Beloved husband, father, son and brother, Douglas John Svatek, age 58, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, March 19, 2018. Doug was born December 26, 1959 to his loving parents Victor and Ethel Svatek, in Houston, Texas. He was the youngest of three children and loved dearly by his two older brothers Christopher and Vic Allen. He graduated from Milby High School as a member of the National Honor Society in 1978, where he enjoyed playing sports especially tennis and fishing with his Father. He was also actively involved in both Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts. Upon graduation from high School, he continued his education at San Jacinto College, graduating in 1981 with an Associates of Applied Science with Honors. After graduation, he attended Texas Chiropractic College, and he began working as a bartender, where he found his passion for people working in sales. He finally landed his dream job at Houston Distributing Co. in 1989 where he worked his way up to Area Sales Manager, remaining is this position until his time of passing.
Doug was an avid sportsman, enjoying all types of outdoor activities including hunting and fishing. He especially enjoyed time spent outdoors with his beloved family and friends. Doug’s personality and quick wit matched his larger than life persona. He had a laugh that was contagious and a smile that could brighten anyone’s day. He valued his friendships and always saw the best in people. His gentle spirit and kind heart will be greatly missed by his friends and family.
Doug is survived by his parents Victor and Ethel Svatek of Livingston, Texas. Brother Vic Allen Svatek of Clear Lake, Texas. Wife Lisa Svatek, sons Darrell and Christopher Svatek, daughter Maegan Svatek of Spring, Texas. Grandsons Gavin and Dylan Svatek, and Granddaughters Rylee and Kaylee Svatek. Nephew Jeff and Nicholas Svatek, Nieces Emily and Katie Svatek. He is also survived by numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
Douglas was preceded in death by his paternal Grandfather and Grandmother Jim and Millie Svatek, maternal Grandfather and Grandmother John and Agnes Socha, and oldest brother Christopher Svatek.
Visitation will be held on Friday, March 23rd at 1:00pm-2:00pm at St. Ignatius Loyola Catholic Community, 7810 Cypresswood Dr., Spring, TX 77379 followed by a Funeral mass at 2:00pm. A reception will be held following the service for family and friends at the home of Karen Hillin 13315 Oddom Court, Cypress, TX 77429.
To honor Doug’s love of fishing, donations may be made in his name to the Texas Coastal Conservation Association (CCA).
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