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Douglas NEEDHAM

Douglas NEEDHAM obituary

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Douglas NEEDHAM Obituary

On Sunday, January 24, the Lord called home His faithful servant, Douglas Needham, to be with Him. Doug passed away peacefully at home in Burlington with family at his side. Doug was a kind, caring, and gentle soul, and a loving husband to Shirley and a devoted father to Douglas (Jr.) who both felt blessed to have had him in their lives. He was a teacher for the Hamilton-Wentworth School Board for over 30 years. Doug served as an Elder at St. Paul's Presbyterian Church in Burlington for many years and enjoyed the fellowship there. He was an avid gardener, loved summers at the cottage, enjoyed vacations at Disney World, and supported all of the local sports teams. Doug will be missed by his extended family of brothers, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, grand-nieces, and grand-nephews. There will be a private family service and once COVID restrictions have ended, there will be a Celebration of Life Service. Funeral arrangements have been made through Smith's Funeral Homes (Guelph Line Chapel). Donations in Doug's memory may be made to St. Paul's Presbyterian Church. www.smithsfh.com

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Published by The Hamilton Spectator on Jan. 26, 2021.

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Linda Hall

March 20, 2022

Dear Shirley
I just came across Doug's obituary and I can't tell you are sorry I am for your loss. Please accept my sincerest condolences.

Peggy MacKinnon

March 12, 2021

My condolences to Doug's family. I apologize for the lateness of this notice but I just found his obituary online. I taught school with Doug at Collegiate Avenue when I first started teaching. Doug was a great mentor to me and I really appreciated his friendship and guidance. We both taught special education classes. I am truly saddened by his death and offer my prayers to all. When I knew Doug he lived in Winona. I just found out about Karl Eden's death and it was Karl's wife, Suzanne that informed me of Doug's death. I was single then and my name was Peggy MacNeil. I now am married and living in Baddeck, Nova Scotia.
Peggy MacKinnon

Kenn Kraeker

February 1, 2021

It was my honour and privilege to have Doug on my staff at Winona Public School. He was a great staff member and a wonderful teacher who loved the students he taught each day. He was a kind, gentle and generous person who always went out of his way to consider others first. I have many fond and pleasant memories of Doug . May he rest in peace.

Art Tinson

January 29, 2021

Mr. Needham was one of my favourite teachers at Winona Public School. So many fond memories being in his class for both Grade 3 and 4. He certainly had an influence on me pursuing the teaching profession. My condolences to the family and may he rest in peace.

Art Tinson

January 29, 2021

Mr. Needham was one of my favourite teachers at Winona Public School. So many fond memories being in his class for both Grade 3 and 4. He certainly had an influence on me pursuing the teaching profession. My condolences to the family and may he rest in peace.

Jeremy Maffei

January 29, 2021

So very sorry for you loss, Mr Needham was my favourite teacher from Winona public. I always tell stories about how he was pivotal in helping me grow into the man I am today. Such a great loss to everyone who was blessed to know him.

Barb Lee (nee Begy)

January 29, 2021

Doug Needham was a teacher of mine at Collegiate Avenue School, I was blessed to have him for both grade 5 and grade 7. He was absolutely one of my most favourite teachers of all time and I have thought of him often over the years. My thoughts and prayers for his family and loved ones

Kathy Richardson

January 29, 2021

So sorry for your loss Shirley, my condolences to all!❤

Tara Russell (Horning)

January 28, 2021

Mr.Needman was my favorite teacher. Had him in grade 4. I remember cleaning his desk and then he couldn't find anything.. lol. He was a lovely man..whom I wish... I would have ran into!!:(
I am truly sorry to hear he has passed. Very sorry to his family:(

Michelle

January 28, 2021

Mr. Needham was my grade 4 teacher. He told me to stand up to bullies and don't be scared of the boys who like you but would rather show you it by pushing you in puddles ! He was an amazing kind teacher and always smiled. Thank you for being a great blessing! From Winona public school we adore you !

Carrie Chehowski

January 28, 2021

Mr. Needham was my favourite teacher at Winona Public School. I had the pleasure of being a student of his for two years and he was truly a sweet man. My deepest sympathies to his family.

Brenda Johnson

January 28, 2021

Dear Needham family, I was a student while Mr. Needham was a grade 8 teacher at Tapleytown School. As a former student, I just want to let you know that he was highly thought of as a very gentle man who cared about his students. May your happy memories help you through your sorrow. Take care. Brenda Neville Johnson

Elizabeth Woods

January 26, 2021

I taught with Doug for many years at Winona Public School. He was a great guy and a kind, compassionate teacher. The world will miss him.

James Reeve

January 26, 2021

Uncle Doug was a great man. He meant a lot to me and will be greatly missed. Love James and Connor.

Sincere Serenity

Love, James and Connor

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