Born May 14th, 1949 in Traverse City, Michigan to Carroll and Clarice (Blue) Coger. He graduated from Kalkaska High School in 1967. Doug proudly served in the United States Military in the Vietnam War in the Air Force. After his service he attended Ferris State College where he earned his Bachelor’s Degree in accounting.
Doug loved to spend time outdoors. From farming to kayaking, hiking to chopping wood, snowmobiling to snow shoeing. This is where he said he felt closest to God.
He also enjoyed spending time with family and friends, especially his grandchildren. Everyone who met him remembered his big heart and even bigger laugh.
He is survived by his daughter Nicola (Joseph) Dimarco, and his son Douglas Jr., and four grandchildren. Sisters Susan Sokolosk, and Laura Clark and several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents and younger brother John.
A celebration of life memorial will be held on Saturday, December 15th 2018, at 1 pm at the American Legion in Fife Lake, Michigan.
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