Doug (80) passed away peacefully at the Royal Jubilee Hospital, with his family by his side, after a brief illness.
Doug was born in Port Alberni BC way back in 41′. He joined the Royal Canadian Air Force in 1961, travelled the world and retired 31 years later. Post Military service he opened his own music store, CD’s CDs’ and Other Joys. After closing up shop some 8 years later he kept himself busy with all the treasures he had collected over the years.
He will be lovingly remembered by his life-long friend, Diane Rasmussen; children and step-children, Cindy, Stacey (Cyndie), Shelley (Mike), Amanda, Kim (Randy) and Eric (Leah); 8 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild as well as his niece, Carolyn and nephews, Chris and Cam.
At Doug’s request, no formal service will be held. Condolences to the family may be offered below.
McCall Gardens
www.mccallgardens.com
-
Rosemary Ketola
-
Gay Corbett Dear Diane and family,
I am so sorry for your loss in Doug’s passing.
Doug is my cousin – quite a bit older so we never knew each other. I think the last time I saw him was when I was about seven or eight years old and he would have been nineteen or twenty. There is a picture of all the cousins together on that occasion. I didn’t know where he lived so never pursued a connection – I regret that now. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers at this time of grief.
Perhaps we can meet someday.
Sincerely,
Gay Corbett
Dear Diane and Family
I so very sorry to hear of Doug’s passing. He was a wonderful friend to me, grateful I was able to share so many laughs with him over the years. Just a great fellow and loved his family.
I will miss him for a very long time. As I know the family will as well.
Sincerely Rosemary Ketola