Dearest Shelly, Tyson and Wilson, You don't know us, but we sure knew, and loved, your father! Our connection to Doug goes back 25 years! Doug was probably one of the most handsome men I had ever met - and what made him even more attractive, was that he never knew just how hot" he really was! He was also deeply intelligent, a quick thinker, and had a BRILLIANT sense of humour. Doug saw the good in everyone, and he was always happy and smiling. We first met him in Chicago when Keith moved there for 12 months with Arthur Anderson. He worked along side Doug, and that's how the two of them became friends. I worked at the Australian Consulate. Along with Sue, the three of us would often "hang-out" on Rush Street on a week-end, and after work. From the time we met him, Doug always wanted to move to Oz. In fact, he arrived in Australia the day after I arrived home after three years in North America. We met many of Doug's American school friends (in fact, some of them stayed at our house in Sydney). Keith also met his brother. Boy! Was Doug proud of Evansville - we used to "rib" him about it! After he first arrrived in Sydney, we spent quite a bit of time with him. We, however, having work commitments, moved on (leaving Australia almost 15 years ago). We followed his career with some interest, however, we lost touch, but we knew he was happy "down-under", and had made a real success of his life. We never had the privilige of meeting Shelley and the boys, but, we both want them to know what a truly fantastic, intelligent, compassionate,caring, wonderful man he was. One day, we hope to met Doug's family and tell them how much we loved and respected him. We only found-out about his "passing" through the net, and we were absolutely shattered and shocked to hear the untimely news. We had so many terrific times in Chicago with Doug; we'd like to share these memories with his family some day. All our love, and "Rest In Peace" dear, sweet, gentle Douglas."

Dearest Shelly, Tyson and Wilson, You don't know us, but we sure knew, and loved, your father! Our connection to Doug goes back 25 years! Doug was probably one of the most handsome men I had ever met - and what made him even more attractive, was that he never knew just how hot" he really was! He was also deeply intelligent, a quick thinker, and had a BRILLIANT sense of humour. Doug saw the good in everyone, and he was always happy and smiling. We first met him in Chicago when Keith moved there for 12 months with Arthur Anderson. He worked along side Doug, and that's how the two of them became friends. I worked at the Australian Consulate. Along with Sue, the three of us would often "hang-out" on Rush Street on a week-end, and after work. From the time we met him, Doug always wanted to move to Oz. In fact, he arrived in Australia the day after I arrived home after three years in North America. We met many of Doug's American school friends (in fact, some of them stayed at our house in Sydney). Keith also met his brother. Boy! Was Doug proud of Evansville - we used to "rib" him about it! After he first arrrived in Sydney, we spent quite a bit of time with him. We, however, having work commitments, moved on (leaving Australia almost 15 years ago). We followed his career with some interest, however, we lost touch, but we knew he was happy "down-under", and had made a real success of his life. We never had the privilige of meeting Shelley and the boys, but, we both want them to know what a truly fantastic, intelligent, compassionate,caring, wonderful man he was. One day, we hope to met Doug's family and tell them how much we loved and respected him. We only found-out about his "passing" through the net, and we were absolutely shattered and shocked to hear the untimely news. We had so many terrific times in Chicago with Doug; we'd like to share these memories with his family some day. All our love, and "Rest In Peace" dear, sweet, gentle Douglas."

Douglas was like a big brother to me for many years. We met when he lived and worked in Brisbane, Australia, for the Sheraton group. He was so kind and generous with his time - always giving helpful advice whenever I needed it. He had a song in his collection for any ocassion, too. I feel so blessed to have had him pass through my life. My family also knew and loved him well. I loved hearing his funny stories, recounting things that happened on his travels. Douglas' life was too short...only the good die young?

Doug lived in the SigmaChi House when I pledged.I ended up having to live there as a pledge for 8-10 weeks and he was always respectful.He was one of the smartest guys in our fraternity.I remember him being in an Honor Society that was a very prestigious organization.He was a great guy and will be greatly missed.I did get to talk to him the last time he came to WKU for homecoming and he looked exactly the same as he did in college.Not too many of us can say that.He indeed was a great individual and I hope his kids realize what a wonderful human being he truly was.I can say he was truly happy the last time I saw him.