OBITUARY
Douglas Dougie Whitney Strickland
April 25, 1970 – February 16, 2014
It is with the greatest of sorrows that we must announce the passing of our son, brother, uncle, nephew and cousin Douglas Whitney Strickland. Dougie was loved by all. He had a heart of gold and not a mean bone in his body.
Dougie was born April 25, 1970 in Greenville, Texas. He died at MD Anderson hospital in Houston on Sunday February 16, 2014.
Dougie worked for Red Lobster for 24 years. He was proud to be an employee of Red Lobster and always wanted a party to celebrate his anniversaries there.
Dougie was a familiar face at the Brazos Mall. He had many friends at the mall and liked to make daily rounds to say "Hi". He loved to report the opening of new stores and was always puzzled when a store would close. His friend Joe Saavedra at Jewelry Services was an extra special friend who took Dougie to car events, movies and dinners out.
Dougie was a fan of the Houston Texans. He enjoyed baseball and was pleased to be singled out as a "Most Interesting Fan" at a Sugarland Skeeters game. In addition to football and baseball, Dougie liked UFC fighting and car racing - NASCAR and Hot Rod.
Dougie participated in Special Olympics. He was a medal winner in Bowling, Swimming, and Bocce Ball.
Dougie was greeted in Heaven by his grandparents and his aunts - Sue and Faye.
He was such a special man that his good attitude, sense of humor, and love of life will be missed by all who knew him.
He leaves behind parents Jim and Chris, his siblings Melissa, Andy (and Alicia), Matt (and Samantha); nieces Abbi, Anna, and Sarah; and nephews Will and Drew. Dougie has numerous aunts, uncles and cousins and loved being with all of them.
In lieu of flowers the family requests that remembrance be made to Special Olympics. Donations can be made to the area office by check or credit card. If by credit card they will need to call 281 218 6024. If they mail a check it will be to: Special Olympics Texas 1335 Regents Park Dr #110 Houston, Tx. 77058
Everybody loves Dougie.
Services
- Visitation Tuesday, February 18, 2014
- Funeral Service Wednesday, February 19, 2014
REMEMBERING
Douglas Dougie Whitney Strickland
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February 23, 2014
prayers for your family
Mark, Shirley & Matthew Busbice
February 21, 2014
Chris and family,
We were so sorry to hear of Doug's passing. We know there is an emptiness in your heart and wish we could help you to move through this difficult time. Doug was special, and you and your family have always held a special place in our hearts. Our best.
Ken and Bertha Barnett
February 20, 2014
Doug was a special blessing from God to all our families. He always made us happy with his smile and sense of humor. We loved him and he will be missed! May God bless and comfort all his family!
Dorain Farciert
February 19, 2014
Our heart aches for ourselves because we miss him, but we rejoice knowing he is in a much better place. He will be truly missed. Love from Dougie's El Chico family.
Colette Koby
February 19, 2014
Hi guys. Rachael let me know about Doug's passing. So sorry for your loss.
Jo Evelyn Ivey
February 19, 2014
Dougie was always an inspiration to me, and he will be forever. I wish i could be there today to say goodbye in person, but my own cancer treatment calls. Love to all the Stricklands today and always. What a blessing you all were in Dougie's life, and he in yours.
Cassie Pope
February 19, 2014
Dougie loved to come out and watch our softball games on Friday nights. He wasn't able to come this summer, but he would always call and ask when we were playing. He was our biggest fan, and we will all miss him dearly.
Delia Harris
February 19, 2014
Sorry for y'all's lost! Doug was a very sweet and kind hearted. He will be missed by all. Praying for the family.
Holly Holmquest-Thompson
February 19, 2014
The posts about Dougie from my sweet friend Melissa always made me smile! How wonderful to have such a blessed man in your family. Many happy memories of those wonderful times!!!
Nancy Pearson
February 19, 2014
Wow..........Dougie.....friend to so many ....such a loss....will miss his hugs most of all....
February 19, 2014
Dougie your smiles, laughter, antics and love of all gave so much peace. I thank you. You are greatly missed. With deepest Sympathy. Margaret Ann Strickland
shawn Cummings Allenberg
February 19, 2014
Dougie you were a truly a pleasant and happy person, who always wore a smile. Thoughts and prayers for your family. God Bless you. Heaven has another angel. You will be missed by many. Shawn Cummings Allenberg
February 18, 2014
To the Strickland family
The staff at Happy Faces are so sorry for your loss. Your family are in our thoughts and prayers. May God continue to Bless and Keep you is our prayer.
Happy Faces
Robert Langhoff
February 18, 2014
Lake Jackson is missing you already. It was my privilage to grow up as your neighbor!
Christopher Strickland
February 18, 2014
Dougie, you were my best friend, a true saint. I have been blessed to have you as a brother and friend. I will miss your chuckles, your antics, your messages, and most of all your way of bringing us all together with your ability to play along with whatever was happening at that time. Trust me, you have a lot of fans, a huge following. Everybody loves Dougie. I will miss you so much. Love you buddy.
Melissa David
February 18, 2014
I am so very sorry for your loss. I never got the chance to meet Dougie, but knowing both of you - his beloved parents Jim and Chris - and hearing about him from you and our mutual friends, I know that he was a wonderful person who will be greatly missed. I am keeping all of you in my thoughts and prayers. God's peace be with you.
Bruce Alvesteffer
February 18, 2014
It was so nice to finally meet Doug face-to-face from all of the wonderful pictures after hearing so much about him from Jimmy. It's obvious that he lived life to its fullest with a very loving family. I'm very sorry for your deep loss and will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.
Tara Mason
February 18, 2014
Doug was a fantastic person. I am so sorry for your loss. Big hugs coming from Colorado. Love, Tara, Len, Stella and Levi
sandi hanusch
February 17, 2014
Dougie will definitely be missed by everyone who knew him! I am glad I had the chance to work with him; his smile and sense of humor made going to work fun! praying for comfort for all of y'all. Great pictures
Cindy Gonzales
February 17, 2014
I am so sorry for your loss. The pictures are a nice tribute to a person that always had a smile on his face. There is a lyric to a song that reminds me of Doug. " Everlasting, your light will shine when all else fades" Your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
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