It had been 15 yrs since I moved to Nova Scotia and Dad never meet his Grandchildren. When I got the news of how sick dad was I knew I had to find a way to get home to spend some time with him before he left us. We found a motor home and off we went to Brantford. Jacy-Lee and Kevin were very excited to finally meet their papa. Dad was too. He spent many days talking to them both asking questions and getting to know them. I was almost jealous but I loved how interested he was in them. When papa heard how Kevin had nightmares almost every night and we told him Kevin uses a dollar store dream catcher to help stop the dreams, papa said no way you need a special one. Papa took one of his dream catchers off the wall and gave it to Kevin and told him to hang it in his room cause it would stop the nightmares. It worked to stop most of them but not all. Kevin makes sure he takes it to what ever room he sleeps in. Jacy doesn't let men to close to here for hugs or kisses but papa was special to her. He got more hugs and kisses then her dad ever got. Jacy would even watch strange movies and shows that papa would watch just to be close to him and put her head on his shoulder. I didn't realize how much I missed dad until it was time to leave him again only this time I knew I would never see my daddy again. I am so glad we made the trip, his grandchildren now have memories I thought they would never get. We all love you more then words can ever say and you will never be forgotten. love always your daughter Donna Bearfoot, son-in-law Robert MacPhail, and grandchildren Jacy-Lee and Kevin MacPhail

I will always cherish the time I had with Dougie, as a child. Although we grew apart over the years for reasons we wish could be different, Dougy and I will always have that bond. I remember climbing the tree in Gramma docs backyard (on Dunsmure road) He was like a big brother to me,, being only a year older. He would tease to no end, but that was him. Love him to pieces. Rest in peace sweetie. xx Cousin Donna

i remember the day we dressed as clowns and doug did some of his make up when he put the lipstick on it was funny its was like he done it before its funny

I have a special memory when my brother Doug,sister Shirley and myself spent 2 weeks together in Penticton. Doug was terrified to fly and it took alot of courage for him to come for the visit.We had alot of fun and got to know each other. My daughter Sabrina and Cindy finally got to meet their Uncle and loved him. We all gave Doug a 60th surprise birthday party while we were together which was very touching. The look on his face was priceless.I will hold this memory in my heart. Sleep Peacefully Doug. Love Carol.

Just watched the web service and uncle doug would be happy to have everyone there. so nice to have family around him...love to all from vancouver.

It breaks my heart that I cannot be there because of health issues.But I will be there in spirit.Love and peace to Doug,Kelly,Donna and Kathy/Your father loved you all. Love Auntie Carol and Uncle Johnny