I only knew Doug through our conversations regarding our last or surnames and their origin. This was a conversation over a brief period of a couple of months.
I had wondered why I had lost contact. 
I would truly liked to have known him. 

I was so sorry to learn that Douglas had passed away.  He and I shared a love of railroad history and I had the pleasure and privilege of contributing a section in his book "The Gainsville Midland and Her Sister Short Lines".  We also shared the same alma mater of Georgia Tech, although attending at different times.  His diligent research and documentation of short line railroads in North Georgia and his tireless work in helping to preserve railroad artifacts are greatly appreciated by the railroad historical community. 

 "Fear not,  for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand."  Isaiah 41:10

Doug, was a very very smart person, he was my cousin and be sadly missed. RIP Doug, see you in 
My next life .

I remember Doug from high school at Peachtree High School. He was kind of shy, but a real kind and sweet guy. I am so sorry for your loss.

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14 noviembre, 1955 – 11 marzo, 2018

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