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elda tweedie
July 30, 2025
forever in your hearts
never met any of your family big fan of Doug and Darren was very sad to hear about your parents a REAL LOVE thoughts and prayers to you and your families
Ben and Laura Williams
November 19, 2019
Our hearts where broken when we lost them both. Ben and I still have them in our thoughts. We have cried laughing at some of the antics Joan used to get us into. A testament to Joan and Richard lives on in your wonderful family. It still hurts, but I know we will see them again.
Jim Steele
November 19, 2019
I always will remember Dick Flutie as "coach." Even 40 years later, I'd still refer to him as coach. That's what he was to all of us who played for him. The fundamentals I learned from him carried me through high school and college. Had I not interacted with coach, I dare say I may not have had the opportunity to play at those levels. Even when I was going through pro tryouts, I could still hear his voice reminding me about fundamentals. Joan ran the ballpark. She roamed that Little League complex without shoes, but knew the whole operation while playing goalkeeper with her four kid (and the 15 or so more she adopted because of youth sports). I hope they knew what a positive impact they had on dozens of kids, and impact that lasts a lifetime. I sure do miss them, but I'm more glad they were in my life than sad they are gone. Being around such wonderful people is comforting. My best to the Flutie family, and the extended family who were my former teammates. The Fluties were a big part of why my childhood was great!
Geraldine Anderson
April 4, 2016
Dear Doug:Watched DWTS just now and am still in tears after watching you devote your beautiful waltz to your dear parents. I've heard of dying of a broken heart and how tragic you lost both your mom and dad on the same day. Thank you for your beautiful dance. They watched you from heaven!In sympathy from a caring fan. Geraldine Anderson, Spring Hill, FL
Dave Sistaro
December 18, 2015
To the Flutie Family, so sorry for your losses. I know your parents were special people just by seeing how all their children and grandchildren have grown up to be special people. You guys are always in my prayers and I know you all will carry on just like your parents would have wanted you to.
Sincerely yours,
Dave Sistaro
Staten Island,NY
Ken Brack
December 10, 2015
Dear Doug, Bill, Darren, Denise, and all of your family,
Our hearts go out to you, not the least with the holidays approaching.
Doug, one short memory to offer: I recall your Dad inside (a corner of?) the old Coolidge Jr. High gym, I guess that first basketball season after you came up to Natick, and ever-present at practices and of course games, never overbearing, and if I recall correctly, he was there quietly, in steadfast support. He must have glowed during that eighth-grade undefeated season, and your game-winning shot vs. Wellesley, a precursor ... Both of your parents must have been beautiful people, from the little I know of your family. Hope you can each bask in those memories during the seasons ahead.
Ken Brack NHS '81
Scott Chamberland
November 30, 2015
Please accept my Deepest Sympathies
Linda O'Reilly
November 28, 2015
To the Entire Flutie Family: Our Hearts go out to all of you in the loss of your Mom and Dad, Grandparents, Great-Grandparents. Rob and Linda O'Reilly and Family
Mary Alferes
November 26, 2015
To all the Fluties: Dick and Joan were the candles that never burn out.....may you always feel their love forever in your hearts
Mary Alferes
November 26, 2015
May your wonderful memories help you all through the sad days ahead .... God bless you all.Mary, Steven, and Sally Alferes
Dick Caprigno
November 25, 2015
My thoughts and prayers to the Flutie family during these trying times.
November 25, 2015
To the Flutie family,
So sorry to hear of your loss. You are in our prayers.
Joan McLean
George McLean
Belmont, MA
Diane (Greenwood) & Hans Heckler Family
November 25, 2015
Denise, Bill, Doug & Darren
My family sends thoughts & prayers to your family. At this difficult time - Memories DO last forever. I remember your Dad running around taking pictures, every chance he got. With ALL the pictures your dad took of you (kids) in jr. high & high school & college & leagues (Canadian & US) the pictures will tell the stories of a truly wonderful family...
GOD BLESS ...
November 25, 2015
OUR SYMPATHY TO ALL THE FLUTIE FAMILY MANY NICE MEMORIES OF YEARS PAST.
SHARON & RUSS FORTINI & FAMILY
Kathy Booker
November 25, 2015
What a blessing their lives were and it is so difficult to lose both of them on the same day for your family, but they were destined to be together and to leave you with wonderful, loving memories - God Bless all of you.
Mom & Dad with their babies in Natick
Denise Flutie
November 25, 2015
November 24, 2015
You are to be commended of the life you and your precious wife lived. May God bless your souls and you are now with Him. What a beautiful ending to such a beautiful life story. RIP Dick and Joan
Howard Boardman
November 24, 2015
Dear Flutie Family,
We are sorry to hear about your loses. What love they must of had for each other to pass away on the same day.
I worked with Richard for several years at Digital Equipment Corp. He was the best manager that I had in my career. He was a great mentor, teaching me how to write reports and sell my ideas. He organized a golf team in the DEC league and talked me into playing. We would go to the driving range at lunch for practice. Dick got a hole-in-one and spent the prize money buying everyone in the club house a drink.
It was great knowing the Flutie Family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Howard and Meredith Boardman
Barbra Griffin
November 24, 2015
Please accept my heartfelt sorrow at your loss, both of them. Together in life, and also the journey at life's end. That is beautiful in a way, and so sad in another. God bless you, one and all. Just know that God sees the end from the beginning, and He knows best.
Jeanne Petrone
November 23, 2015
We will miss you Joan and Dick,You have a wonderful family who will carry on the Flutie name down thru history. The Petrone family spent a lot of good times with the Flutie Family,we had fun together,always loved you Denise!!!
Revita Harrington
November 23, 2015
Flutie Family,
You are in my thoughts and prayers. God bless and strengthen you now in your sorrow and in the time to come when your smiles out number your tears. They were the best!
Russ Kenn
November 23, 2015
On behalf of Autism Speaks, sending our thoughts and prayers of support for the Flutie family and everyone who was touched by Dick and Joan.
Gina Lee
November 23, 2015
Darren and Flutie family,
Sorry for the loss of your parents. They were very nice and I'm glad that I met them. Even though I haven't seen them in so long, I will miss them very much. Hang in there. Your friend, Gina
Roger Cattelan
November 23, 2015
My deepest sympathies,
May you take confort that God loves you very much and with his Love will guide you through this very difficult moment...
God Bless
Chris Rivas
November 23, 2015
I spent many days sitting, talking and playing piano with Richard and have had the absolute pleasure of meeting Joan on occasion... my sincerest condolences
Roxanne Cunningham
November 23, 2015
Joan you will be remembered by my husband Ron and myself, Joan always working in her immaculate yard, bringing in someones garbage can, walking with a neighbor friend. I would always stop on way to or from work when I would see her working in the yard to say "hello" to her, always a sweet "hello" and "how are you doing" back. Rest in Peace in the loving arms of our Lord and with Dick you true loves. Roxanne and Ron Cunningham
November 23, 2015
Dear Flutie Family,
I had the privilege of working with your Dad at Digital Equipment Corp. in the mid-90's. Your Dad was so kind to get my son an autographed picture of Doug. My husband and I went to Christmas parties with your Dad & Mom. I spoke with Dick a few years ago, and he sent me a cd of his Big Band group in Florida that he was directing. You are in our prayers.
God bless you all, Ellen Dupont
margie iagulli
November 23, 2015
Prayers, hugs and love at this very difficult time. As someone who lost their parents 6 weeks apart I cannot imagine the heartache you are all feeling...Although I do not know any of you personally....It appears your loved ones were amazing people. I offer a passage that I reflect on since my parents passed that helps me through the challenging days of missing them..."Death ends a life not a relationship...As long as we can love each other and remember the feeling of love we had, we can die without ever realy going away. All the love you created is still there. All the memories are still there. You live on in the hearts of everyone you have touched and nurtured while you were here. Tuesday's With Morrie
May God grant you continued comfort, peace and love
Jeff Coveney
November 23, 2015
On behalf of the Boston Men's Baseball League, thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Flutie Family.
Jeff Coveney
President Boston Mens Baseball League
John Foley
November 23, 2015
To all of the Flutie Family: So sorry to hear of your loss and please accept my sincere sympathies and know that your parents and all of you and your families are all are in our thoughts and prayers. Thanks for sharing such a wonderful slideshow that shows what a great life they lived! It brought back many happier memories of growing up with all of you in Melbourne Beach, always playing, competing and always enjoying such great family times at the beach, gym and of course "the field".
Wes Emmert
November 23, 2015
Doug, Darren, and family,
My deepest condolences on the passing of your parents. They were good people. May God bless their souls.
Stay strong in the faith,
Wes Emmert, Rochester, MN
Danny and Lisa Grossman
November 23, 2015
We were saddened to hear of this terrible loss.
While we were never privileged to meet Dick or Joan, it was inspiring to read of their true love and devotion through the years.
There is one thought that hopefully might provide some comfort. My own father of blessed memory served for many years as a congregational rabbi. He used to say that in this business of life, a person's true calling cards were his children. Without a doubt, the values and deeds of Dick and Joan are reflected in their children and their good deeds and dedication to all people.
May their memories be a blessing to all who loved and were loved by them.
With deepest sympathy,
John Deschenes
November 23, 2015
To all the Flutie family:
Very sorry for your loss of both people.
You and they are in my prayers.
Angelina & Joe Warro
November 23, 2015
Richard & Joan
With the Grace of God go Thee--
Richard, a Great Friend, Musician, Golf Instructor and the Precious Brother Joe never had.
Joan, Sister/Friend, Bridge Partner, and my Best Dance Partner
Great Competition for Joe's Golf Game-kept him on his toes!
Our "After Thanksgiving Crab Fest" will be postponed until we meet again.
Arrivederci Buoni Amici
Jonathan Byrne
November 22, 2015
Two Hearts Departed
Dedicated to Doug
In Loving Memory of his parents
Joan an Richard
From Jonathan Forest Byrne
she felt his vibration
his departure
within the depths
of her heart
and without thought
she followed
taking his hand
so tenderly as always
two souls melded
transcending space
and time
not even death
could do them part
bound by the greatest
force of all.
dancing with the angels
among the stars
into eternity
leaving in their wake
a sparkling trail
of grace
for all to follow.
Judy Bohn
November 22, 2015
So very sorry Flutie Family! It is a very sad day for all of you! But know they are together in death as they were in life! And will always be watching over you all. My deepest sympathies to you all! And prayers too!
George " Stonewall " Jackson
November 22, 2015
Doug & Darin
- just one of the vast Canadians who really appreciated you guys - Doug mainly as CFL fan - ( 5 Grey Cups ) who also went from Toronto to see you play against Buffalo.
The Flutie name made us Canadians PROUD !!
So sorry for your losses - on the same day. Life ain't fair sometimes !!
Although more than 4 score - if able - would try to go to any " Flutie- Toronto."
Best - " Stonewall "!!
Marcy Odachowski-Leith
November 22, 2015
To the Flutie family - my deepest sympathies for your loss. Sending many thoughts and prayers your way.
Tammy Reilly
November 22, 2015
So sorry for your loss the Flutie Family. My heartfelt condolences go out to all that knew Richard and Joan and to the entire Flutie family during this time. They are together FOREVER as they were for the 60 years they were married. God bless.
Melissa (Merrick) Gay
November 22, 2015
Although I was never athletically gifted, I have wonderful memories of watching my brother (Chuck), Bill and Doug play sports while I was fortunate to have a friend in Denise. My heart is with you and your family as you honor your parents and remember what joy they brought to all who knew them over the course of their lives.
November 22, 2015
Doug my sincere condolences to you and your entire family . Your parents
sounded like wonderful people. Death can shake us when it happens but their memories will always be there for you.
George Ritchie Vancouver BC CAN
El Tweedie
November 22, 2015
My deepest condolences to the entire FLUTIE family....may your parents RIP
Maryclaire Sullivan
November 22, 2015
Dear Mr. Flutie,
As one of 9 kids, I have been so very moved by this heart wrenching episode in the life of your family. I simply wanted to convey that the level of courage, integrity, faith and love that you have bravely displayed these last few days has shown the rest of us what it means to truly walk our individual walks. May God Bless you all. I know your parents ARE so very proud!
Linda Boyer
November 22, 2015
Dear Doug and Family, so sorry your parents passed at this time. They were surely meant to be together in this life and beyond. They're in the next world, waiting for you and all of us, where there's total love and no pain. May their love always be with you and your family, as they watch over and guide you.
Roger & Robin Surette
November 22, 2015
Our deepest condolences to you and your entire family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Julie Fusco
November 22, 2015
Doug and family members, My sincere sympathies on the passing of both your parents. I know they were proud BC parents and great parents. May the Lord heal your hearts and bring you comfort during this difficult time. Julie Fusco BCSON 78.
November 22, 2015
Please accept our condolences on the passing of your parents. I have never met them, but knew of them through BC football. I grew up in Marlboro Mass. so followed Doug's career. Thoughts and prayers being sent. Sincerely, Barbara Mathews from Mass. but now of Silver Ridge, Maine.
Paula Banas
November 22, 2015
God Bless all..... May they be together forever in eternity..
November 22, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Flutie family. May your parents rest in peace.
Rich & Frances Crowley
Melboure Beach, FL
Lori Till Brown
November 22, 2015
My heartfelt sympathy t the entire Flutie family
Tim Dambro
November 22, 2015
Dear Mr. Flutie.
Listening to you broadcast the game last night brought back so many memories. In 1998, my parents died a day apart. My mother had had a stroke seven months earlier. The day after she died we went to my father's house and told him. He cried for an hour and went to sleep. Never woke up. They were buried together the next day.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Thank you so much for broadcasting the game last night.
Tim Dambro ND '72
Andrew Denneno
November 22, 2015
I was so sorry to hear about the passing of such a great couple. Role models to parents everywhere, your family and friends are in my prayers.
Elaine Baumann
November 22, 2015
Doug Flutie and your entire family we are so sorry for your tragic loss of your parents Our prayers are with you our sincere condolences From All of Your Fans in Calgary
cathie Macgregor
November 22, 2015
doug, & family,....i live in natick,..i remember you, & darron, & your mom, & dad, back in the day of legion baseball,..my brother, dennis fosberg was the coach. we lost our mom, last year,..she died on a thursday,...dad collapsed the next day, & passed away too. he also, died of a broken heart. i feel your pain. natick loves all of you. cathie ( fosberg) macgregor. god bless you all.
Darlene Little
November 22, 2015
My sincerest sympathy to the entire Flutie family. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time and may your memories of the love they shared provide you comfort in the days ahead.
Murphy Family
November 22, 2015
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers .... God bless
COL Steve & Cynthia Maranian
November 22, 2015
Our most sincere condolences to the entire family.
Nancy Scofield
November 22, 2015
What astounding and powerful role models your parents were for all the family members by virtue of their example in living their daily lives based on such loving values. The shocking loss of both of them is brutal.. Please know I shall be praying for all of you this morning in church. Keep those family traditions going-music, sports, gardens and card games-smiles from heaven will reach you!
Nancy Scofield (Pocasset, Ma.)
Audrey Pessin-Jung
November 21, 2015
My heart aches for your loss. Please know that your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
L. T.
November 21, 2015
My deepest sympathy to the Flutie family. When my own mother was gravely ill watching Doug play in Buffalo brightened some of our Sunday afternoons in her hospital room. I remain grateful. Your entire family is in my thoughts.
B Goss
November 21, 2015
So sorry for your loss Flutie Family. It must be a consolation that they will never have to live without the other. True love for eternity. God bless the Flutie family. (I'm a Buffalo Doug Flutie fan.) B. Goss
Linda cintron
November 21, 2015
May the love in your hearts keep you all strong and may the love they had for each other stay eternally ,,,, very special family. God be with you. Linda cintron lynette accomando (classmate at bc)
Maryann San Nicolas
November 21, 2015
My condolences to the Flutie family.
November 21, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss but what love they shared. My sincere sympathy and prayers to all of you.
Arlene Marcucci Nunziati
Burlingame, Ca
John & Beth Parker
November 21, 2015
We offer our sympathies and will keep you in our prayers. Both of us have been where you are and will keep you in our hearts and on our minds.
Lynette Accomando
November 21, 2015
Prayers and Strength go out to the entire Flutie family during this most difficult time.
Lynette Accomando
BC Alumni "86"
Eric and Vickie Morton
November 21, 2015
Heartfelt thoughts to Doug and his family in the tragic loss of both of Doug's parents. We can't imagine all the emotions you must be going through at this difficult time. May the entire Flutie family find comfort and peace in the coming days.
Debbie Jersey-Klaus
November 21, 2015
My sincerest sympathies. I cannot even imagine such a devastating loss. But what a remarkable couple they must have been. My prayers are with you at this difficult time. But you are blessed that they can be together.
Janice Hart
November 21, 2015
I am so sorry for the loss of your parents. Their love and devotion to one another will comfort their children as they grieve. You were all blessed to have had such wonderful parents, as they were blessed to see their children grow into fine adults. Prayers sent for the family members in their time of sorrow.
Terry Jurczak
November 21, 2015
So sorry for your loss & sending prayers to the entire Flutie family. Your parents love was so strong and that has to be a comfort going forward. What a magical love story. I know that they are together in heaven.
Patrick J Doran Jr
November 21, 2015
I hope that one day I find someone to share a love as deep and strong as your parents shared. I'm so sorry for your loss, words cannot describe my sorrow for you and your family.
Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal.
From an Irish headstone
John Pagw
November 21, 2015
So sorry for your loss Doug and family. Your Parent sound like wonderful people and I can't imagine the pain you all feel. I'm sure they are together again. My thoughts and Prayers go out to you all.
November 21, 2015
Sending heartfelt thoughts and prayers to the entire Flutie Family. You are wonderful examples of the love your parents shared.
Gail Army (Soddy Daisy, TN)
Sue Meiler
November 21, 2015
So sad and yet so beautiful. Neither one was left behind to grieve the other.
Jocelyn Pereira
November 21, 2015
So sorry for you and your family's loss..Your parent's existence seemed like the epitome of true love!
jan wilcox
November 21, 2015
I can't think of a better ending to a truly remarkable life together! Although sad because they are no longer here on Earth but; so very happy they can take their journey together.. It's a gift really... So celebrate how lucky they are to be together and take comfort in knowing that they are TRULY together, forever!!!❤
Debbie Scannell
November 21, 2015
To the entire Flutie family - My heart and prayers goes out to your family during this time of grief. I never met these two wonderful people. I met Doug at BC (my cousin attended with him) and I met Darren at Endicott College (I worked there). After looking at their story of life together, I realize that they were soul mates and it was obvious that they were meant to be together for all of eternity. They will stay alive forever in your stories, memories, pictures and through your family. Peace to your family forever! You all be reunited someday. Until then, you have two wonderful guardian angels watching over you.
John Fernandes
November 21, 2015
Together forever! May the Good Lord grant them eternal rest and comfort their loving family and friends!
Gretchen Sionkiewicz
November 21, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Flutie family. Their love for each other and for you all will be the biggest comfort at this time. Look upon their lives with joy and your memories will bring smiles. God Bless them and you all.
November 21, 2015
With deepest sympathy.
Emily and Walter Barron (Sherborn, MA)
Carolyn Ely
November 21, 2015
To the Flutie family, Our sincere sympathies, thoughts and prayers are with each of you at this time. What a remarkable set of parents you had and the endless love that was shared. May God grant you peace during this difficult time. We don't always understand why things happen in life, but rest assured, God always has a plan. May you find peace in knowing you will see them again. Love to all, especially Dougie!
Tim Kelley
November 21, 2015
The Kelley family of Natick wants you to know we are thinking of all of you and your family's as you go through such a sad time, our thoughts and prayers are with you .
Rick McAndrew
November 21, 2015
To Doug and all the Flutie family and friends,my thoughts and prayers are with you during these difficult times. Thanks for sharing the photos. You will always have those memories to carry them in your hearts forever.
Loretta Johnson
November 21, 2015
Sending prayers for the family.
Susan Furman
November 21, 2015
To Doug
My thoughts and prayers are with you as you mourn the loss of your parents.If I can help you in anyway please let me know.
Kathy Kelley
November 21, 2015
A wonderful tribute to your parents. This is what makes our family, country strong as we travel through live with wonderful people like this. Your parents love of family is what we all need again in this world. I was blessed to have wonderful parents too. They also had a beautiful marriage like your folks. This helped me find my true love. I am so sorry for your double loss. They are together forever. The Kelleys
Elizabeth Sanderson
November 21, 2015
To the Flutie Family, My sincere sympathy to all of your family. The pictures of your parents show the volume of LOVE they had for each other and how it was Gods fate they would pass together. My heart breaks for you ,but that was there love story. And the Love they shared is passed on and how strong of a family they raised. I am sure that they are smiling down from heaven at all the love they are being shown. God Bless you..... Elizabeth Sanderson
Linda Hoadley
November 21, 2015
So sad for the family! Just shocking ! After a few days of trying to absorb this tragedy, I realize the beauty of these two people spending their lives together and the blessing that together they entered the Kingdom of Heaven.
With sincerest sympathy, Linda Hoadley
Rich Stettenbenz
November 21, 2015
When I read of your lives above I am so happy for the blessings you received on Earth. What a wonderful family you had and shared. I trust in the Lord and that you are now with Him in Heaven. God Bless you now and forever.
Eva Champion
November 21, 2015
Praying for you all at this difficult time!
Nancy Morrison
November 21, 2015
"May the Lord bless you and keep you, may His face radiate upon you, may He be gracious unto you and give you peace." Sincere sympathy to all of your family.
jeff n elizabeth thibeault
November 21, 2015
To the Doug Flutie Family and friends , so sorry for your double loss in one day , I will pray for you and send u hugs to you all . The lord has called 2 Angels and now they will guide you all.
Sandy Courchesne
November 21, 2015
To all the Flutie family, you are are in my thoughts and prayers! God Bless your Mom and Dad and may they RIP .... With sincere sympathy, Sandy Courchesne
Tammi Ellison
November 21, 2015
So sorry Doug to hear about your losses it is a tragedy.
Sandra Barrett
November 21, 2015
So sorry for your sudden loss. In my prayers.
Jim DiCorpo
November 21, 2015
My condolences to all the Fluties. May God take your parents in his loving embrace and reward them with love and togetherness in eternity.
Many prayers for them and all of you.
(Jim Di Corpo, BC Class of '85)
Sherry N
November 21, 2015
I'm so sorry for your loss of your beautiful parents Doug& Brother& Sister.So heartbreaking for sure..Our prayers are with you& your whole loving family..Hugs to all..Laceyrose.From BC Canada
brenda graver
November 21, 2015
My thoughts , prayers and condolences to your entire family , and their friends ..you are in my prayers
Mike Parker
November 21, 2015
"She died while saying her final good-byes to her husband." God himself could not have written a more heartrending finale to a wonderful life and family.
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