“We are missing you Doug more and more every day. We loved you with all of our hearts and always will. You were warm, sweet, caring, lovable, tender,...Read More » ”
1 of 33 | Posted by: Cheryl, Ernie and Johanna - IN

“I am terribly saddened by this shocking news, Doug was the sweetest, funniest guy who always made me laugh. I always looked forward to seeing him...Read More » ”
2 of 33 | Posted by: Erika Pearson - Pleasanton, CA

“My condolences go out to Doug's friends and family Here's to larger than life friend I never met. God speed ,Big Guy! Jimbo ”
3 of 33 | Posted by: James Tejada - Campbell, CA

“I was deeply saddened to hear of Doug's passing. Although it had been over ten years since our first and last meeting, we had kept up a sporadic and...Read More » ”
4 of 33 | Posted by: Manir Donaghue - London, England

“Dougie was a truly amazing person. A wonderful and loving father, a fantastic musician, and a lovely person. I cannot imagine what life is going to...Read More » ”
5 of 33 | Posted by: Stephen Hart - Bedford, NH

“So Sorry for your loss ”
6 of 33 | Posted by: Dana Rutter - School friend

“"He was my very first guitar instructor and hes taught me more then what have learn in the time that ive known him im very greatfull that he taught...Read More » ”
7 of 33 | Posted by: Aaron Dilts - Marion, IN

“My heart goes out to Doug's family. I hope you can find some strength in memories of his passion for life. ”
8 of 33 | Posted by: Greg Jordan - Cincinnati, OH

“I assumed I'd have more time to get to know Doug and meet him one day but, in a short time, his spirit amused me and he was kind to me – that’s...Read More » ”
9 of 33 | Posted by: Laura - Friend from UK

“I have cried everyday since finding out of the untimely death of a great man. I will miss him dearly and was looking forward to him hopefully being...Read More » ”
10 of 33 | Posted by: Holly Rice - Jonesboro, IN

“Cheryl, I was so sorry to hear about the loss of your son. My thoughts and prayers are with you. ”
11 of 33 | Posted by: Julia Fort - LAKE CITY, FL

“Ernie: I was saddened to learn of the death of your son. Words offer very little comfort a this time but please know I am praying for you and your...Read More » ”
12 of 33 | Posted by: Bob Oatis - Marion, IN

“Dear Ernie, It was a great shock to learn the other day that your son, Doug died. I can't even imagine the pain that that must be to you and your...Read More » ”
13 of 33 | Posted by: Tom Schlee - Marion, IN

“Doug was a very talented person with a great passion for music and writing, both of which he clearly enjoyed actively and passively. However, these...Read More » ”
14 of 33 | Posted by: Dennis Versteeg - friend

“Although it has been years since we have seen each other, words cannot express the sadness that I felt when I heard this news. I pray that God wraps...Read More » ”
15 of 33 | Posted by: Allison (Working) McClain - IN

“Doug touched many hearts, including mine. He was a friend I was Proud to know. I am so glad I knew that side of Doug. I just hope he knew what a...Read More » ”
16 of 33 | Posted by: Dannette Gibson - Summitville, IN

“Just want to wish Doug's family & friends my most sincere, and heartfelt condolences. Doug was one of a kind, a funny man, with a passion for...Read More » ”
17 of 33 | Posted by: John Willcoxon - Pell Lake, WI

“Doug has been mine and my daughter's piano teacher for over a year now. He always made us laugh and was a very sweet and attentive person. He always...Read More » ”
18 of 33 | Posted by: Tracey and Peyton - Lebanon, OH

“Doug...you truly were one of a kind, and the world will be a little colder without your warm heart. sense of humor and your unique outlook on life....Read More » ”
19 of 33 | Posted by: Connie Dailey - IN

“Doug was the kind of person who brighten the lives of every who knew him. Those who didn't know him, were missing out on a great deal. He was a truly...Read More » ”
20 of 33 | Posted by: Christina Marden - Swayzee, IN

“I dont even know how to put it into words. We loved ya Doug, always will. You were truly one of a kind, but you were one of a GREAT kind. Proud to...Read More » ”
21 of 33 | Posted by: Dave Marden - Swayzee, IN

“It had been twenty years since I had seen or talked to Doug, until becoming face book friends recently. Doug was such a sweet heart when we were in...Read More » ”
22 of 33 | Posted by: Karla Gilkison-Harmon - Wabash, IN

“Doug was a tender man, he had humility, never proud, warm, funny and fun to be around, great sense of humor, and so dearly loved and treasured by...Read More » ”
23 of 33 | Posted by: Cheryl, Ernie and Johanna

“It seems to me that there were two driving forces to Doug's beliefs. The first, was essentially an absurdist- it informed more than just his humour,...Read More » ”
24 of 33 | Posted by: Andrew Jones - Cardiff, Wales

“Doug was a great guy with a huge heart and a sweet spirit. I loved his sense of humor and love of the absurd. He was one of the most talented...Read More » ”
25 of 33 | Posted by: "Stone" Martin Scribner - Friend

“Doug's passion and love for music, his writings and his humor, those are what I will remember him by. But more than anything, his love for his...Read More » ”
26 of 33 | Posted by: Antal Adriaanse - Friend

“I loved Dougie. Flat out loved that crazy, wonderful beautiful man. I will spend the rest of my life as an activist, I owe it to Dougie. ”
27 of 33 | Posted by: Paul Robinson - Everett , WA

“I'm truly grateful to have known someone with such humor, irreverence and ferocious passion for life and music. An amazing person. I miss him. ”
28 of 33 | Posted by: Mike Keneally - San Diego, CA

“My dad was a good man and I loved him. ”
29 of 33 | Posted by: Katie - daughter

“My deepest sympathy to Doug's family in this time of loss. He was a wonderful man and our family will miss him dearly. He was my son's guitar...Read More » ”
30 of 33 | Posted by: Mary Beth Campbell - Lebanon, OH

“Ernie, Cheryl and Johanna You are in our thoughts and prayers. May God watch over you and comfort you through this difficult time. If you need...Read More » ”
31 of 33 | Posted by: Staff at Shining Stars - Marion, IN

“Doug was a dedicated guitar teacher. He truly cared about his students and did all that he could to make sure they learned music and learned to love...Read More » ”
32 of 33 | Posted by: Jennifer patton - West Chester`, OH

“Doug was a brilliantly talented man. His gifts of music and writing entertained so many over the years. We shared many happy moments over the years...Read More » ”
33 of 33 | Posted by: Sheryl Olszewski - Cincinnati, OH