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for Douglas Brownell
Louise Weez Dollard Emmert
June 12, 2021
Thinking of you on your 69th Heavenly Birthday..the
Michael Patrick Forbes
June 27, 2020
here are many moments over these years I wanted to call my pal, Doug. From the first time we met at SUNY Albany we were fast friends. To say he was an entrepreneur is an understatement. Even in high school, he managed the family apartments, fixing the plumbing, taking care of tenant needs in a responsive way. He built up his Dads successful insurance business and when I ran for US Congress, it was Doug who came to Long Island, lent a valuable hand and made possible my win!
He had a great sense of humor, loved his family intently and was passionate about winter sports and fearless to try anything new. Rest In Peace my cherished friend. Many prayers always for you and for all your beautiful family.
Newt
Louise Emmert
July 1, 2009
One year ago today, alittle piece of my heart got broken all over again. RIP - Weez
Marge Senecal
November 26, 2008
Doug,
You are missed more than words can say and more than any heart should have to feel.....
April and November, the times you looked forward to most.
These November days are different.
Thank you for sharing your passions with me, your love of the Adirondacks, for nurturing me on the slopes of Whiteface and Killington, for pushing me past my comfort level and for believing in me when I needed it most.
Your spirit continues to warm my heart and I am thankful for having had you in my life.
I miss you Private Caller.
Love, Marge
Mike and Barb Forbes
July 21, 2008
Dougie, Danny, Eileen and family,
May God bless my dear dear friend. He truly was one of a kind ... a man of tremendous good will and a fount of great humor, a generous heart that never could do enough for acquaintances, friends and of course, his loving family, he was self-made, a successful entrepreneur ... who took a fledgling business and built it into one of the Capital District's premier agencies with an envious book of business that allowed him to move into his beloved winterland of snow and skiing; he was athletic and of the environs; his boys were everything to him and so proud was he -- he never hesitated to brag on them ... and he stood by his friends. When I took a long shot (successful) run for US Congres in 1995, Doug took time off and taught the locals on Long Island how upstate did the sign waving (!!) and thanks to Doug and his counsel, I served three terms in the United States Congress ... my heart is broken for my own loss of this giant of a man -- very human though he was -- Doug taught me a lot about life and may God embrace and keep him, my cherished friend who forever shall be alive in my heart. Eileen, Dougie and Danny ... may you be comforted by the love and the pride he held each day of his life for each one of you ... special in your own ways, you sustained, nurtured and loved him and in eternity, my friend Doug rests in your abiding affection, ever-lasting love and his legacy and contributions strengthened by it --as are all of us. He will be sorely missed.
Debbie Gall
July 10, 2008
Eileen,
It brought me back to think of you all. My Nursery School days were a long time ago, but even so I have very fond memories of you and Doug as parent helpers and of course of the boys. Ken and I were so sorry to hear of Doug's passing. It sounds like he was doing what he loved. That's the way to live your life. Our very best to you and yours.
Debbie and Ken Gall
Francesca Harris
July 8, 2008
Eileen, Dougie and Danny,
Tim and I are so sorry for your loss. Doug will always be a part of your hearts and he will never be forgotten.
Francesca and Tim Harris
Eileen Brownell
July 8, 2008
To my dearest friends and family, thank you so much for your love and support during this most difficult time. Some of you travelled long distances to be at the memorial service; others sent cards and flowers; and then there were all of his closest friends full of sadness and reminising about their days in in school, on the slopes and boating on Lake St. Catherine and Adirondacks. So many stories. Doug's soul has been liberated and his spirit will be with Doug Jr. and Danny all of their lives.
Visit Danny at Gauthiers in Saranac Lake; he will be running the motel and starting a new era there. With much love to you all, Eileen
Trish Keefe-Russum
July 8, 2008
Dear Joan, Janet & Mrs. Brownell-Williams,
What sad news. I haven't seen Doug in awhile, but whenever I did, it was a pleasure talking with him. He was such a wonderful guy and always a happy face!
I send my condolences to you, Eileen and his children and may happy memories bring you peace.
Kelly OBrien
July 7, 2008
Doug,
I am so sorry for your loss ~ may god bless ~ always.
Michael Winneker
July 7, 2008
Brownell Family:
"Big Doug", as he was known to me, made me the stronger, better person that I am today. He was there to give me that extra push (sometimes literally) to jump off a "cliff" into cold water. When I said "no thanks" to water skiing he was there to convince me to slap those skies’ on and push that boat full throttle. When I was too scared to dive head first into the lake he was there to teach me how. He taught me at a young age to live life to the fullest and not to let your fears get the best of you. For that I am very grateful to have had him as part of my life as a youth. I am truly sorry for your loss. I know he will be missed.
Louise (Weez) Dollard Emmert
July 7, 2008
Janey, Joanie and Mrs. Brownell-Williams, what can I say except that I am truly sorry for your loss. I know that Doug loved all his family very much and this should be a great comfort to all. Please extend my sympathy to his children as well. Love to all.
kayti aviano
July 7, 2008
Uncle Doug,
Of all things you are to everyone (and the list could go on and on...), the most common denominator is, friend. Someone who has been there to help me laugh, wipe away the tears, put me in my place when need be and pick me up when i was down. I love you uncle, and will miss you but know you are upstairs telling jokes right now!
Oidhche mhath, tha gaol agam ort. (Goodnight, I love you).
Douglas Brownell Jr
July 6, 2008
For all who knew my father Doug, thank you, I know in my heart that he had a special place in his heart for all of you. You all knew my father in your own special way and that will never be forgotten. We as a family are very happy that he lived life to the fullest, never missed an opportunity, if it was not worth doing he did not do it. My sorrow runs deep for a man who left this place too early. I will never forget my father Dougie.
Thank you all
Dougie Jr.
DR & MRS JESSE VICS
July 6, 2008
DEAR EDITH - -
WE WERE SO SADDENED TO HEAR OF YOUR SON'S UNTIMELY PASSING.
MY MEMORIES OF YOU (MY FAVORITE SECOND GRADE TEACHER!), AND YOUR DAD AND THE REST OF THE FAMILY ARE CHERISHED AND SWEET.
MAY YOUR LIVES ALWAYS BE A BLESSING .
JESS VICS
CLASS OF 1949 - PS #23
Rick,Marcie,Michael,Adam(Moose) Winneker
July 6, 2008
Dougie,Danny&Eileen no words could ever express how we are feeling for your loss. The many fond memories of Delmar, Lake Saint Katherine and just driving around in the suburban. Fun times happy times and those are the things Big Doug would want us to remember most.
Rick,Marcie,Michael&Adam(Moose)
Brian Gambill
July 5, 2008
With heavy hearts and fond memories we remember our friend Doug. We enjoyed many summers at his place -- the Adirondacks will be a little less grand with his passing ... and Heaven will be a little more colorful!
Eileen McSweeney
July 5, 2008
Danny, Dougie and Eileen: We are terribly sorry to hear of your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Please let us know if there is anything we can do for you. God bless & Slainte-
Eileen McSweeney & the McSweeney clan
Anne Fiato (DiBiase)
July 5, 2008
To Joan, Janet and the Brownell Family: I am so sorry to learn of Doug's sudden passing. I will always remember the fun times and fun loving Dougie from our high school days. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all.
susann lebuis
July 4, 2008
Danny, Doug, Janet, Joan, and Mrs. W
I'm so sorry to hear about the sudden passing of Doug, Sr.. He was a man who worked hard and truly loved his family. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Gail Leonardo-Sundling
July 4, 2008
To the Brownell family,
I am so sorry for your the lost of Dougie. We graduated HS together and I have many fond memories of our crazy ski trips. I also served on the board with him at the Bethlehem Chamber of Commerce and observed his transformation to an accomplished businessman. Whenever I look at the parking lot next to the post office I still think of him. Sincerely,
Deb Adler
July 3, 2008
I am very sorry to hear of your untimely loss. My thoughts are with you.
Craig & Elena Rocchio
July 3, 2008
Brownell Family & Friends,
We are truly sorry for your loss. Doug was a wonderful person with a big heart, always ready to take us in. We loved him dearly and will miss him. You are in our thoughts and prayers, we love you all.
Chuckie Clemens
July 3, 2008
Dougie, Danny, and the Brownell Family, We were crushed to learn of Mr. B's passing. Funny how people never minded making the trek up North knowing their chops would be busted the entire time...and loving every minute of it. The fond memories and stories (where do we start!?) will live forever. All our love, Nicky, Chuckie, and Annabelle
Amanda Hooker
July 3, 2008
Dan, Doug and Family,
I'm sorry to hear about your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Joe D'Angelo
July 3, 2008
Doug,
I was so sorry to hear of your father's passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family during this time.
Kelly Collins
July 3, 2008
Dan and Doug,
Sorry to hear of your loss. I will always remember your father as a kind man, who knew how to make a girl laugh. I appreciate how welcoming he was all those weekends! Your are in my thoughts & prayers.
Sean Quinlivan
July 3, 2008
Doug and Dan,
Sorry to hear about your loss.. We will always have a lot of great memories recalling all of the laughs we had together along with your dad (Lake St. Catherine, Delmar backyard, Saranac). One of the best cooks I knew and always took care of me like I was one of you guys. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Buzz Young
July 3, 2008
Eddie,Joan, and Janet, my deepest sympathies. Although I haven't seen Doug in years I will always have the fondest of memories. Drinking olive juice as a regular beverage summer of 1969.
Buzz Young
raffael padulo
July 3, 2008
dear dougie i am going to miss you a lot and i love you dearly your buddy ralph and lyne from montreal we will rember you forever by now and we will see you in albany
Karen Treadgold
July 3, 2008
Danny, Doug, Janet and Joan,
On behalf of the entire Winne family, we would like you to know how truly sorry we are about your father/brother. He was a man that was full of fun and we always had many laughs when with him. And of course, anyone who can put John in his place is big in our family. As my 14 year old son said, "Doug was the best".
Shannon and Richard Stockwell and Family
July 3, 2008
Doug Jr., Dan, Joan and Janet: We are sorry to hear of Dougs passing. He will be remembered by all of us as the loudest one at the finish line of the 90 miler...
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