DOLINER

Michael J., a longtime resident of Norwood, passed away surrounded by his family on April 29, 2026 at the age of 68. Beloved husband of Donna G. (Griffin) Doliner. Devoted father of Allison Doliner and her husband Patrick Starr of Foxboro, Janine Doliner of Norwood, Michael G. Doliner and his wife Victoria of Wrentham, and Vilius McKeon and his wife Kelly of Seattle, WA. Son of the late Julius and Joan B. (McKinstry) Doliner. Son-in-Law of John Griffin of Walpole and his wife, the late Lorraine Griffin. Brother of Susan Doliner of Cape Elizabeth, ME and James Doliner and his spouse Nick Restivo of Lakewood Ranch, FL. Brother-in-Law of Peggy Anderson of Cape Elizabeth, ME. Cherished grandfather of Nolan, Calvin, Colton and Declan. Also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Michael grew up in Milton and graduated from Milton High School class of 1975. He was a retired Corrections Officer for Norfolk County. He was a life member of the Norwood Elks. Michael was past president and longtime coach for the Norwood Little League and a member of the Norwood Gridiron and Diamond Club.

He had a huge heart for Norwood Challenger sports. Michael was a huge sports fan, especially Norwood Sports. Some of his happiest days were spent on Lewis Bay, managing and bartending at Pufferbellies Nightclub on Cape Cod, and cheering on his children and grandchildren at all their sporting events.

Visitation services provided by the Kraw Kornack Funeral Home, 1248 Washington St. Norwood, MA 02062. A funeral mass was celebrated at St. Catherine of Siena Church, 547 Washington St. Norwood, MA. Burial will be private at a later date. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in his memory to the Norwood Little League, PO Box 601, Norwood, MA 02062