Aara "George" Douglas

Aara “George” Douglas, 86, of Glade Park, Colorado, was born on May 24, 1935, in Merkle, Texas. George passed away on August 11, 2021 while under the care of the VA Hospital due to health complications. We would like to give them a big thank you for all they did and also thank you to the home health care team. It was during his final stay at the VA Hospital that George received Jesus Christ as his personal savior.

George served in the U.S. Army, and was honorably discharged on August 1, 1966. He also served in the Air National Guard, and received an honorable discharge on April 8, 1976.

He married the love of his life Barbara; they had many wonderful years together. Barbara preceded him in death in 2018.

George had four children from a previous marriage- Aara George Jr. "Doug”, Wynell, Carolyn, and Phillip. He also had four bonus children that came with Barbara - Dawn Marie, Robert Carl, Michael Roger, and Eric Todd. George had several grandchildren, nieces, nephews, brothers, sisters, extended family members, and a couple of very close friends that became like family to both George & Barbara.

George was one of the last real cowboys. He loved everything John Wayne and enjoyed watching old Western Movies. He enjoyed telling stories about his life experiences and all the people he knew.

George had a very special place in his heart for all animals. He raised several animals throughout the years and loved all of them; he especially loved his dog, Amigo; his cat, Oliver; his donkeys; and his horse who gave him comfort after Barb passed.

George was an entrepreneur and a survivor. The details and experiences, business adventures, successes and failures, his transition to the State Inspector for Colorado, and all his life adventures would fill volumes. Most people know him from Glade Park where he lived over 25 years with Barbara at the Circl D Ranch.

George was blessed with many special neighbors and friends that would do anything for him, they were a huge help to him once his health started failing. God put his Angel neighbors in his life the last few years, and they selflessly gave of themselves time after time, no matter what time of day or in the middle of the night. If George needed anything, they would stop whatever they were doing and rush to attend his needs. We want to give a heartfelt thank you to the Stepanek family they truly were an answered prayer.

When George could no longer care for his animals, he had another answered prayer - Brenda and Thomas Garrett, who took George’s donkey and horse under their Animal Hospice Care. The Garretts helped with veterinary bills, and kept the animals fed. This took a huge burden off George, he was so happy to know that they were well taken care of. In lieu of flowers, if you would like to give a donation all proceeds will go to the Animal Hospice Care please make checks payable to Brenda Garrett.

We would like to thank all of you that helped George and you know who you are! May the Lord bless you for your unconditional love & help always!

Rest in Peace, George. We love and miss you so much, and we will be looking forward to the day we can meet again. Adios, Cowboy!

There will be a Celebration of Life Saturday, May 14, 2022. Service will start at 1:00 PM at the Glade Park Community Building Church, 101 South 16 1/2 Road, Glade Park, CO 81523; light refreshments will be served. Please join us after the service for a graveside prayer at 3:45 at the Glade Park Cemetery 820 S. 16 1/2 Road- where George, Barbara and their dog, Amigo, will be laid to rest.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.MartinMortuary.com for the Douglas family.