Obituaries

Doug passed away with his family at his side on the morning of May 12, 2018 at the age of 75. He was born March 6, 1943 in Estevan, SK where he met Rita and they married in 1970. That same year, they moved to Rutland, BC where they began their life and family. Doug enjoyed curling, Kelowna Chief

• May 23, 2018
  I was so sorry to hear of your loss. My deepest condolences. Michael Schneider
• May 23, 2018
  My thoughts and prayers are with you and family.
  
  Mary Schmitz
• May 23, 2018
  Rita and Jason,
  
  Doug always had a warm smile and kind word every time we saw him. From the time I was a little girl right up until my dad's funeral he always made the time. Hard working, kind, family man. He will be missed by many. My deepest condolences to you both.
  
  Denise Paley (Gaudreau)
  
  
• May 21, 2018
  Rita, so sorry to hear about Doug. Our prays and thoughts are with you. Our deepest condolences. Joe, Karen and Shawn Batuik.
  
  
• May 19, 2018
  Rita and family.I am so sorry to hear about Doug.I enjoyed his many stories and suggestions on how to get something fixed.I hope that all the happy memories will hold you tight and ease thepain of this loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
  
  Debi Stone
  
  
• May 18, 2018
  My sister and I always called Doug an "Earth Angel !" When my Dad moved in next door to them, he was always bringing him treats, getting his groceries when he couldn't and driving him places and appointments when my Dad couldn't drive. I always could relax knowing that Doug was right next door. What an amazing man!! He will be missed by so many of us. May God bless Rita and Jason with his comfort and peace at this time. Launa and Coral Prince
  
  
• May 17, 2018
  Our thoughts, and prayers are with you, Rita and family. Doug was a caring man, and will be greatly missed by all who had the privlidge to meet him. May you find strength, courage, and love during this difficult time.
  
  Ron and Terry Hagel
• May 17, 2018
  We are sorry to hear of Doug passing. He will be remembered as a very nice and caring man and a devoted Brother Knight. We will miss him.
  
  Len and Nettie Schafer
• May 16, 2018
  Dear Rita and Jason,
  
  My deepest sympathy and prayers to you.
  
  Doreen Boser
• May 16, 2018
  Glad to have known Doug who was a good friend to all. Met him at Rutland through Rutland Builders and the Knights of Columbus. Many times he would be working in Victoria, and never missed an opportunity to visit with us. Always had a story to tell, and loved his family. Doug will surely be missed by all who knew him.
  
  Denis and Judy Hauk
• May 15, 2018
  Our thoughts and prayers are with you Rita.
  
  Marlene & Paul Mamchur
• May 15, 2018
  My thoughts and prayers are with you.
  
  Rick Ainsbury
• May 15, 2018
  Our condolences to you Rita and Jason. Doug was a great guy. Enjoyed working with him, his paper work was always there for me.
  
  Vickie and Joe
• May 15, 2018
  Rita and Jason, we are very sorry to hear of Doug's passing and extend to you our deepest sympathy. Rita, our good memories go far back to the Belgo days.
  
  With love,
  
  Ken and Donna Good
• May 15, 2018
  I am so sorry for your loss. Doug will be truly missed.
  
  Garry and Maureen Zarr
• May 15, 2018
  As a child, I would wait by the door for the arrival of my Uncle Doug. I adored the attention and the teasing he would shower on me and my sister. He was so fun and had a great sense of humour. I loved his laugh and the fact he made me feel ever so clever and loved. When I was in university he would make time to treat me to dinner and was a solid support. As an adult, I deeply appreciated his emails and cards for my family' birthdays, and my husband and my anniversary - he never missed a one. Uncle Doug was a wonderful person and I could not have asked for a better uncle. His deep love and commitment to his family was easily felt in his presence. Auntie Rita and Jason, I am so sorry. May you feel God's love and comfort in this very difficult time. My love, thoughts and prayers are with you.
  
  Carmen, Jeff, Sienna, Beck, Evangeline and Elizabeth Charlton
• May 14, 2018
  I got to know Doug through the Knights of Columbus in Rutland. Doug was a person who didn't seek praise but behind the scenes he was instrumental in assisting to establish low cost housing rental complexes EG the Father Ed Lestre housing Society on Houghton Rd. Doug was a caring and talented Soul. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Our deepest condolences to Rita and Jason.
  
  Tony and Sharon Ackerman
• May 14, 2018
  Doug always had a smile. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
  
  Domenic and Lina Rampone

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