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Douglas J. Kelsall
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Douglas Kelsall Obituary
He leaves his wife, Eileen M. (Benson) Kelsall; children, Alexander, Amanda and Daniel; and his stepdaughter, Nicole. He is also survived by his parents, George R. and Joanne (Pilat) Kelsall, of West Barnstable; a brother, Rick Kelsall, and his wife, Marcia, of Mt. Pleasant, Mich.; his uncle and aunts, Michael Kelsall of Quakertown, Pa., Barbara Boyd of Simi Valley, Calif., and Anne Brown of Trevose, Pa.; his brothers-in-law, Jim "Zippi" Benson of Fort Lauderdale, Fla., and Mike Benson of West Yarmouth; and many friends.
Friends may call at the Hallett Funeral Home, 273 Station Ave., South Yarmouth, on Tuesday, Aug. 19, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 9 p.m. A funeral Mass will be celebrated in Our Lady of Hope Chapel at the corner of Route 6A and Parker Road in West Barnstable at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 20. Interment will follow in Crocker Park Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Kelsall Munchkin Fund, c/o Cape Cod Five Cents Savings Bank, 1620 Falmouth Road, Centerville, MA 02632.
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September 16, 2009
Doug, words can't describe the good times and friendship I was so blessed to share with you through the years. Not a day goes by that I'm not reminded of you one way or an other. You were a great inspiration to me then, and you will always continue to be. You are long missed... Very,very much!
Love ya. My brother,
Jamie shaughnessy
Eileen Kelsall
September 3, 2009
I miss you.
I miss your smile and your laugh.
I miss your love of life.
I miss my friend.
Life will never be the same without you. This past year has been so very hard. The kids have grown and changed and I know that you have been right there with us watching and enjoying it all. You know what is in my heart. Time and distance will never take it away. Until we meet again...
I love you,
Eileen
Mom & Dad
August 13, 2009
My Dearest Doug,
We can't believe a year has gone by since we lost you. It has been a long year of "first's". We miss your laugh, smile and touch. Life will never be the same, but we'll go on---Loving and missing you always,
Mom and Dad
Rob Killen
August 13, 2009
Hard to beleive that its been a year. Doug and I have been friends since 4th grade. Not a day goes by where he is not missed.
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Marie Lincoln
August 11, 2009
Doug, I'm so sorry to have taken so long to write this. I kept thinking that I could find the words to express how I feel but there aren't any. I miss your smile and all the stories Mom told me of funny things you've done.I keep thinking you will stop by at my work to see me. I'm so very happy that you did two days before we lost you. I know your still smiling down at all of us. I sure do miss you, until we meet again. Love you, from one of your other Moms. Ni
Amy (Laurie) Hayes
January 23, 2009
I have never known a more positive person...truly the best outlook on life. He was always happy and had a nack for bringing everyone "up" with him. We were classmates (DY class of '89) and although quite some time has passed since those days...one thing remains; to know Doug was to love him. He continues to be missed. My thoughts are with his loved ones in sincere sympathy.
Roberta Mauch
January 8, 2009
Mr. and Mrs. Kelsall
I am so sorry for the loss of your son, Douglas.
Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Carol and Sheldon Thayer
December 30, 2008
What can we say about such a devastating loss except that we deeply sympathize with you and your family. We have also experienced the sudden loss of one of our family's youngest and brightest. It has taught us the true meaning of love, family and friends.
Our hearts go out to all of you.
Julius Lempner
December 29, 2008
So sorry to hear of Doug's passing.
Julius & Gloria Lempner
Rob Herb
November 17, 2008
Dear Doug,
Its been a couple of 3 months or so...I can't help but to constantly look back on our "postcard" life in Colorado. Now life is different, a little more quiet. I will say that I don't take things so seriously-even though sometimes I should. I also don't take things for granted as much. Today is truly a gift. I try to tell everyone I love them more often, and hold on to that hug a little bit longer.
I miss you bro.
Lya Doucette-O'Brien
November 13, 2008
Joanne and George,
My deepest sympaties to you and your family.My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jane (Bye) Winnie
October 17, 2008
Joanne & George:
Carol Greenwood called me and told me about your son's sudden death. Just knowing both of you as his parents, he must have been a loving son, husband and father. What a loss to you and your family. Hold onto your memories and let them guide you during this time of sadness. Wishing you the gentle comfort of those special memories.
Mom
October 13, 2008
My dearest Doug,
It has been 2 months since you were taken from us. I miss your hugs, your kisses, your voice and everything about you.
"Those we love don't go away, they walk beside us everyday. Unseen, unheard, but always near, so loved, so missed, so very dear." (author unknown)
I believe you are walking beside all of us. I miss you and love you.
Mom
Rebecca Brown
October 11, 2008
Doug was such a part of my childhood, and I will always remember him fondly.
Becky Brown
heather
September 16, 2008
Oh how you will be missed Doug...my thoughts and prayers are with the entire family and all your friends..I will miss your smile and the way you always made me laugh...
Laura Peirce-Gorman
September 4, 2008
Dear Doug,
It is difficult to put into words the grief I feel over your sudden loss.
You were a man of true character. You were compassionate, considerate, personable, loyal, able to live in the moment, passionate, funny, and definately fun to be with.
You told me often how much you loved your children, family, and friends.
I know our paths crossed for a reason and I am greatfull to have made some sweet memories with you over the years and esspecially during the last year of your life.
I miss you huge and will always hold a special place in my heart for you.
Thank-you for the love you shared with me and so many others.
Love Always Laura
Death leaves a heartache no one can heal. Love leaves a memory no one can steal.
May your memory be eternal
Jon Drake
September 3, 2008
My most heart-felt condolences to your family. Doug and I were good friends in school, and I always remembered him as one of the nicest and funniest people I knew growing up. What a horrible shock to hear this news. My thoughts are with you all.
Jackie Didier
September 3, 2008
Joanne and George, I'm sitting here trying to think of something comforting to say to you, but nothing seems adequate. We can't imagine what you and your family are going through and we just want you to know our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time. Love, Jackie and Larry
Judy Stone
August 31, 2008
Words cannot express the sorrow that you must feel! My prayers are with you all. God Bless.
Charles & Marsha Gray
August 30, 2008
Charles and I were saddened to hear about the sudden death of your beloved son, Doug. We are sending our heartfelt sympathy to you and to his family.
Rob Herb
August 28, 2008
I was lucky enough to meet Doug when we lived up in Breckenridge CO in late 1993. We really just hit it off as buddies and had such a fun time every time we got together. I know probably anyone reading this has no idea who I am, but Doug and were life friends - friends for life. Although we went our separate ways as friends sometimes do, we always kept in touch. Every conversation included laughter and Doug telling his funny stories. I can still hear him saying "right right" or "Whats up BRAAAA!" I am so sad to have missed the celebration of his life with family and friends. Eileen eventually found me and my brother Mark in Denver. My heart goes out to his family and kids and friends all over. I'll carry his laughter with me all my days.
I miss you and I love you Doug. Your friend always. Rob
John and Carol Cavanaugh
August 27, 2008
Dear George and Joann
We are deeply saddened by the unexpected loss of your son, Doug. From what others wrote about Doug online, I can only say you raised a wonderful young man. He will be missed by many. While time passes, I sincerely hope the memories of the good life he lead will ease some of your pain. Our heartfelt sympathies go out to you both. Your neighbors John, Carol, Parker, Anna and Cassie Cavanaugh
Beth Thompson
August 25, 2008
Eileen & family,
I am so sorry about Doug. If you ever need a friend I'm here...
Amy Hennessey
August 22, 2008
I was so very sad to receive this news about Doug from my Mother who lives on the Cape. I remember Doug's smiling face and great sense of humor. We went to DY together and became great friends in our typing class (which we were not very good at)! I later met up with Doug in Colorado where we both enjoyed some great skiing. He was an adventurous person with a great spirit. My thoughts and prayers are with Doug's family. I am truly sorry for your loss.
Diane Johnson
August 22, 2008
Hi Eileen and family, I am so sorry to hear of Doug's passing. I found out from Amy Hennessey (DY, 1989). Please know that all of you are in my heart and prayers. I remember the good times from Seton Academy and DY! Be Blessed! Diane R. Johnson
William Peirce
August 21, 2008
Occasionally, we have to remind ourselves that all the darkness in this world has never yet put out a single light.
Not the light in a man's eye!
Not the light in a man's spirit!
Not the light in a man's smile!
This man Doug, has been a guiding light for all of us, with spirit, charm and sincerity.
God Bless you fella.
Doug, where are you? "I can hear your loved ones"
Your friend,
William G. Peirce Jr.
Heather Davis-Rehg
August 20, 2008
Eileen and The Kelsall Family,
I am so sorry for your lose and my thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Doug was a big part of my childhood and will be missed by many. All my love to all of you.
Deb DeCosta
August 20, 2008
George I was so sad for you and your family when I learned your son had passed away. Nothing seems appropriate to say.........I am thinking of you and your family.
Anne-Marie Kannally (Hart)
August 19, 2008
To the Kelsall Family. We are thinking of you in your time of sorrow. I will always remember Doug with a smile on his face saying, "Hey Babe". He will never be forgotten and he will be missed everyday. Are thoughts and prayers are with you always. Anne-Marie Kannally (Hart) and Family
Joyce Gills
August 19, 2008
Dear Eileen, George. Joanne, Alex,
Amanda, Daniel and Nicole:
I was stunned and deeply saddened
to learn of Doug's passing. He was far too young. My thoughts have been with you all throughout this past week. There are no words to
say that I understand what you are
all going through right now. My hope
for you all is that the passage of time
will help your greiving lessen until all you remember is the the love and good times, the fun and laughter you have shared with Doug. I firmly believe that our loved ones live on in our memories. Your memories will keep
Doug with you always.
Love,
Joyce L. Gillis
Matthew Gray
August 19, 2008
Many thoughts and prayers to the family, Doug was one in a million. You will always be in my thoughts and my heart. God bless you. I'll see you one day in that great gig in the sky.
. .
August 19, 2008
After Glow
I’d like the memory of me
to be a happy one.
I’d like to leave an after glow
of smiles when life is done.
I’d like to leave an echo
whispering softly to you it stays,
Of happy times and laughing times
and bright and HAPPY DAYS.
I’d like the tears of those who grieve,
to dry before the sun
of happy memories
that I leave when life is done.
Sarah Provencher
August 19, 2008
Joanne and family,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Chris Walsh
August 18, 2008
George, Joane, Eileen,Alex,Mandy,Daniel and Nicole We wanted to tell you how sorry we are for your loss.While there is nothing we can say that will ease your pain, we are grieving and thinking of you all. Doug's laugh and smile will never be forgotten. He was a wonderful friend , he will be sadly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you love Chris and Jessica Walsh
Margaret Marshall
August 18, 2008
Eileen-I know it's been a long time, but I heard of your loss and want you to know how sorry I am for you and your kids. I can't even imagine. Please know that I am here in Dennisport and would like nothing better than to help you in any way you may need. Please call for anything-it doesn't matter how long it's been. I'm so sorry Eileen. May God ease your pain and watch over your children now and forever. Sincerely, Maggie Wall (Marshall)
Susan(Sueeeee) Costa
August 18, 2008
Dougieeeeee,
What a a fabulous friend! Always upbeat and always making us laugh. Always there for his babes! Thanks for all the great memories !!!!
To your family, my thoughts and prayers are sincerly with you all at this terrible time. I hope you all find peace and comfort in due time. We will cherish the love forever!!!!!!
Ann and John Willis
August 18, 2008
Dear Joanne,
We were so sorry to hear about the loss of your son. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers, and our deepest condolences go out to you and your family.
Ann and John
William Peirce
August 18, 2008
George.Joanne, Rick,Eileen, Alex,Mandy,Daniel,Nicole, Doug was a great guy,we all loved him very much. No words can express the sorrow that is felt with the loss of Doug. He loved his family and friends unconditionally,and was there for us when we needed him.Doug was a special person ,who seemed to touch everyone he met. His Big smile and friendly demeanor was Doug's M.O. . I still can't believe you are gone my friend.We will miss you. Your friend Bill
Curt Taylor
August 18, 2008
To the Kelsall Family
You are in our thoughts and prayers. I remember Doug back from the high school ski club trips which seems so long ago. Ricky, I'm so sorry for your loss of your brother. May God give your family comfort.
Erika Cloutier
August 18, 2008
Dougie
I am sitting here trying to put something down to express how much of a VERY special person you were to all who were blessed to have known you. My thoughts, prayers, special memories of you are sent 1,096 miles away. I am so sorry I can’t be there to celebrate your life with all your family and friends.
A friend I remember always being there... ALWAYS.
Hey Babe!
HAPPY DAYS!
Always made us laugh - The Doug Walk... famous
You are the meaning of a GOOD FRIEND. I will miss you.
My prayers and thoughts to out to Doug’s kids, family, friends, during this difficult time.
John Maxwell
August 18, 2008
My condolences go out to al Doug's family and friends, you are in my prayers.
Ken & Caroline Dolan (Jeff's cousin)
August 18, 2008
We extend our deepest condolences. We pray for his family.
Robin, Darrin, & Johnathan Dion
August 18, 2008
Joanne & George,
Our heartfelt condolences go out to you and your family at this time. May the memories you have and share hold deep in your hearts.
Your Friend,
LEE DENNIS
August 17, 2008
Dear Joanne and family,
You are in my thoughts and prayers. I am truly sorry for your loss.
Love,
Lee
Lisa Peirce
August 17, 2008
One of my last memories of Doug was when he came to my cousin's wedding ... he had to buy a suit at the last minute, Somehow, the clerk had forgotten to take the security tag off the coat... Doug wore the suit to the wedding anyways ...tag and all. He never skipped a beat...Always a huge hug and a big smile ..Doug was a constant with our family and we are blessed to have had him apart of our lives. Missing him is an understatement.
Patty Floyd
August 17, 2008
Words cannot express how deeply sorry I am for the passing of Doug. My sincere thoughts and prayers go out to the entire family. I will forever remember the wonderfull smile Doug always had.
Mike Costa
August 17, 2008
A good friend and a great person Dougie boy will be missed.
Samantha Ellis
August 17, 2008
Words can't express the heartache that has been cast upon the world by Doug's passing. Our sympathy goes to his family and friends in this, your time of sadness. To Eileen, Nicole, Alex, Mandy & Daniel please know that Bob & I are here for you always.
Perhaps they are not the stars, but rather openings in heaven where the love of our lost ones pours through and shines upon us to let us know that they are happy.
- Author Unknown
Cheryl Ramhorst
August 17, 2008
Words cannot express my sadness at this time..Dougie, I will miss you dearly and you'll always be in my thoughts and prayers. My heart goes out to all of Doug's many friends and family.
Leigh Lehman
August 17, 2008
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Kelsall family. I love you.
Bill and Karen Golliff
August 17, 2008
To all of Doug's family, Bill and I would like to express how deeply sorry we are for your loss. Since our son Rob and Doug were best friends for such a long time, we also feel as though we have lost a son. Our sincere prayers and thoughts are with you. Thank God for the many wonderful memories that we have shared. We have been blessed by Doug's presence in our lives. God Bless, Bill and Karen Golliff
Lisa Hodsdon Peirce
August 17, 2008
I love you Douggie and my life will never be the same without you. I miss you so much, my rock and best friend, your smile will be with me forever. Love ya, Babe XOXO
Joanne, George, Rick, Eileen, Alex, Mandy, Daniel and Nicole, my heart breaks along with yours, I'm so very sorry and know that I will always be here for you.
Love you all,
Lisa Hodsdon Peirce
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