It is with great sadness after a lengthy battle with cancer we announce the passing of Douglas Neil Sowerby at Alexandra Marine & General Hospital in his 82nd year with his family by his side. Survived by his wife of Sixty-one years Donna (nee Feagan), daughter Julie and son Jeffrey (Paula) and 3 grandsons Brendan (Laura), Aiden and Quinn, brother Donald (Dawn), sister Noella (Tom) Triebner, sister-in-law Pat Sowerby, mother-in-law Jean Feagan, sister-in-law Cheryl Britnell. Predeceased by his parents, brothers Elmer and Leroy and sister Pauline Maidment, brother-in-law Bill Maidment, father-in-law Benson Feagan and brother-in-law Douglas Feagan.
Doug worked at the mine for 41 years, working his way up to Production Co-ordinator. His pride and joy was his wooden cedar strip boat, which he rebuilt from scratch. He enjoyed wood working of any kind. His passion was “fishing” and morning coffee with his fishing buddies. A private family graveside service was held at Maitland Cemetery. Memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society gratefully acknowledged.
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Noel & Joyce Robinson
The Good Old Days!!!
Dianne Leddy
Donna and family
We are sorry to hear of Doug’s passing, he was always so friendly, I worked with him a lot of years and
Knew him even longer, RIP Doug
Dianne and Harold
Judi williams
My deepest sympathy to Donna, Julie, and Jeff, and all the families at this difficult time I will always remember the good times we had on the skidoos back in the day, RIP Doug,,,
Rowland Howe
I just heard of Doug’s passing and I want to express my deepest sympathy.
I shared some time with him at the mine but more recently he loved the port and seemed to be down there daily where I would see him.
Rowland Howe
Cecelia Denomme
Dear Donna and family – You are in my special thoughts – with sadness and sympathy –
Sincerely – Cecelia Denomme
Leone Ryan
Donna and family. My thoughts are with you all at this sad time. Losing a loved one is never easy. Cherish your memories. Sincere condolences. Leone
Pat Carter
Donna and family: Please accept my sincere condolences in Doug’s passing. As neighbours we shared many laughs that leave good memories. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Pat
Pat Johnston
Donna, Julie, Jeff and the families of Doug.
We were very saddened to read of Doug’s passing. Thinking of you all at this sad time.
Words, however kind, can’t mend your heartache: but those who care and share your loss wish you comfort and peace of mind. May you find strength in the love of family and in the warm embrace of friend’s.
Pat & Bob
Joanne Walters
Dear Donna,
I am so sorry for your loss. May happy memories heal your heartache with time & may you be surrounded by the love & comfort of supportive friends & family in the meantime.
Sincerely,
Joanne
patti park
so sorry to hear of Doug’s passing. I have great memories of Doug at Skippers every morning reading his paper and enjoying his poached eggs, always a smile and pleasant conversation….keep your happy memories and know how many lives he has touched with his kindness. HUGS
ron sowerby
So sorry to hear of Doug’s passing. Nice man. Sincerest condolences to all!
David Orr
Our condolences to Donna and family, we have missed Dougs visit’s when he walked the Union .
David and Sheila Orr
Sylvain and Julie Babin
To the Sowerby Family
We are saddend to hear of Doug’s passing
Please accept our most sincere condolences. He will truly be missed by all that knew him
Nancy and Junior White
It is with shock and sadness we are hearing of Doug’s passing. We had so many good times with humans Donna for many years. Always had a nice visit with Doug when we would see him. To Donna Julie and Jeff and families our sincere sympathy. May you Rest In Peace Doug!!!