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Douglas Bratton Obituary

Douglas W. Bratton
of Hudson, NH; formerly of Chelmsford, MA

HUDSON, NH -- Douglas W. Bratton, 47, a resident of Hudson, NH for the past 18 years, and formerly of Chelmsford, MA, passed away unexpectedly at his home on May 7, 2013.

He was the beloved husband of Christine J. (Nastek) Bratton with whom he celebrated 22 years of marriage in October.

He was born in Lowell on February 15, 1966 and was the son of Raymond W. and Jean C. (MacDonald) Bratton of Chelmsford. Doug was a 1984 graduate of Nashoba Valley Technical High School and was a Master Craftsman in the machining industry.

For the past five years, he was employed at Robinson Precision Tool in Hudson, and had previously worked for Breyers Ice Cream in Framingham. Doug was a member of Teamsters Local 25 in Charlestown.

He was an avid antique car enthusiast who loved attending auto shows and working on antique cars and trucks. An animal lover, Doug also liked spending time at the beach. What brought Doug the most joy was time spent with his loving family.

In addition to his wife and parents, Doug is survived by his children, Derek R. Bratton and Danielle L. Bratton, both of Hudson, NH. He is also survived by a brother, P. Scott Bratton, Attorney at Law and his wife, Catherine of Carlisle; sister, Victoria L. Bratton of Devens; brother-in-law, Scott Nastek of Lowell; sister-in-law, Donna Musiet and her husband, Brian of Ohio; and his nieces and nephews, Colin S. Bratton and Rachel M. Bratton, both of Carlisle, Camille L. Bratton of Devens, and Jennifer and Christopher of New Mexico.

BRATTON -- DOUGLAS. Visiting hours will be held on Friday from 4 to 8 pm at the BLAKE FUNERAL HOME, 24 Worthen St., CHELMSFORD. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday at 9 o'clock at St. Mary Parish, 25 North Rd., Chelmsford. PLEASE MEET AT CHURCH. Interment in Pine Ridge Cemetery following the Mass. Funeral Director, Paul A. Hardy, Jr. For online condolences, visit BLAKEFUNERALHOME.COM.

Published by Lowell Sun from May 9 to May 10, 2013.
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I am saddened to learn of the loss of Doug. I have such fond memories of Doug growing up. You are all in my heart and prayers.

Susan Fletcher Hawthorne

September 26, 2013

I'm am at a heart felt loss, Im sorry I just found about about the untimely death of my friend, my heart goes out to Vicki and all the Brattons, we had some great times together rest in peace my old buddy! Love ya Doug!

Bob Domenichello

June 6, 2013

Christine, Derek & Danielle,
I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. ??

Meaghan McGeown

May 13, 2013

SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS DOUG WAS A GOOD FREIND I WILL MISS HIM LISA GOODWIN

May 13, 2013

SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS HE WAS A GOOD FREIND

May 13, 2013

Scott,
My condolences to you and your family on your loss.

Joe Shanahan

May 10, 2013

Sorry to hear of Doug's passing. I have many great memories of growing up with him in Chelmsford. He was a good friend to me and I am sorry to see him gone so young.

Bill Brooks

May 10, 2013

Christine,Danielle,Derek...Always in our hearts,Doug was too young to leave us,but God must have a different plan,May the sorrow you feel in your heart lighten by the love that surrounds you

Cassie Witts

May 10, 2013

Doug was a fine man and a good friend. His smile and constant sense of humor -- he brought great joy to people around him and always improved the day for those of us who knew him. This world is much the poorer for his loss. Our hearts and thoughts are with the Bratton family.

Thomas Heffernon and Tara Moon, Acton.

May 9, 2013

OMG Christine I haven't seen you in forever and to see this in today's paper I am at a loss for words. Your a strong person you will get thru this. I am so sorry for your loss.
Keep your head up girl/

DENISE LOISELLE

May 9, 2013

Always a happy go lucky person, was always the cheery one at Robinson Precision Tool, he will be missed dearly. May Doug enjoy his rest on the beaches in Heaven. Cindy & Dana Robinson

Cindy & Dana Robinson

May 9, 2013

So sorry to all the Brattons. I'm here for you Ray and Jean.
Love, Gail

Crowley Gail

May 9, 2013

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