February 24, 1944-December 31, 2023
Died peacefully at St. Joe’s Health Centre, Guelph on December 31, 2023 at the age of 79. He will be deeply missed and remembered by his daughter Nicole Martin (Mark) and son Dwayne Stephens, his grandchildren Ashton, Cole and Haley, his sisters Donnalee Meadows and Marlene Johnson. Cremation took place on January 3, 2024. A private family service will be held on water to scatter Doug’s ashes at a later date. The family wishes to thank everyone at St. Joe’s Health Centre in Guelph for all of the amazing care Doug received over the last few years.
A few things you may not know about dad... he loved to tinker in his workshop but also built the first house that he and mom lived in. Being in the kitchen was his downtime after work, dad loved to cook and entertain. He created the “Rocker Burger”. He loved all sports but hockey, baseball and golf were his favorites. He was a champion at Nintendo Wii bowling!
He loved to be in the gardens and nature. He would spend his winters in the Baja, Mexico where he could fish and be on the water. He absolutely loved Christmas! Yes, we were that family that would be up at 4am opening presents! He was generous and kind and would give honest direct advice when asked. He will be dearly missed. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to The Graham Giddy Funeral Home, 280 St. David Street South in Fergus. (519)843-3100 www.grahamgiddyfh.com As expressions of sympathy, donations can be made to St. Joes Medical Centre, Guelph.
