Matthew ‘Brian’ Dodson, 58, died on Saturday, Apr. 25, 2020, at Ochsner LSU Health Center in Shreveport.

Survivors include his son, Matthew Blake Dodson; daughter, Amy F. Stepp and husband Chase; two grandchildren; three brothers, Neal Dodson of Pearland, Jon Corin Dodson of Houston, Randy Dodson of Houston.

He was preceded in death by his father, Clyde N. Dodson Jr.; mother, Emma Ettavee Fontenot Dodson; and one brother.

He graduated in 1980 from Leesville High School. He earned a bachelor’s degree in education from McNeese State University in 1986. He later graduated from The University of Phoenix in 2012 with a master’s degree in educational administration and supervision, and obtained an additional plus 30 hours for coursework completed at McNeese State University.

Also known as “Coach,” was a retired teacher and coach who spent 22 years teaching special education in Cameron Parish and 11 years teaching and coaching in Natchitoches Parish. He worked as a real estate agent for Cane Heritage Realty and was a university site supervisor for Northwestern State University upon passing. He was a member of Word of Grace Ministries in Pineville. He was an honorary member of Theta Chi at Northwestern State University.

A graveside service to honor his life was held Thursday, Apr. 30, at American Cemetery in Natchitoches.