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Douglas "Bluegrass" Caris
MANSFIELD: Douglas "Bluegrass" Caris, 70, of Mansfield, died Wednesday, January 16, 2013. Born February 7, 1942 in Willard, he was the son of Hayden and Virginia (Gamble) Caris. After graduating from Willard High School, Douglas joined the U.S. Navy where he served for two years. He worked as a truck driver for Pepperidge Farm. Although laid back and easy going, Douglas always lived life to the fullest. He was a member of Bushmasters Motorcycle Club. He enjoyed scuba diving, boating on Lake Erie, flying airplanes, and riding his motorcycle. An animal lover, Bluegrass music was by far Douglas's greatest love.
He is survived by his daughters, Cheryl Pritchard of Grove City, Christina Hayhurst of Columbus; Cindi Bradley of Mansfield Cassandra Hehmeyer of Mansfield and Carisa Caris of Mansfield; grandchildren, Alex Cates, Erica Tackett, Jacob Belsterli, and Tim Belsterli; great-grandchildren, David Reese III, Gavin Cates, and Ethan Cates; and two sisters, Linda Caris Vanassche and Sandra Gibson of Willard. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Josephine Caris Fidler.
A memorial service will be held at a later date. Wappner Funeral Directors is privileged to serve the family of Douglas "Bluegrass" Caris.
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For the short amount of time that I have known Doug, It was my pleasure to have taken care of him. He was so easy going and in my heart there was a place for him as he reminded me of someone very special in my life. He is in a much better place free of pain and worry. God bless.
Heidi Carver
Medcentral Hospice Aide.
Heidi Carver
January 22, 2013
I had met Doug just a couple times (he was my brother's friend). He seemed so down to earth, someone you could trust and call a friend!
David Sanchez
January 21, 2013
Sorry to hear off his passing I've known Doug for 40 some year and all the family .
Percilla Reed
January 19, 2013
So sorry for all of you. You will be in my prayers.
Kim Tackett
January 19, 2013
You all are in my prayers.Doug will be missed.
God Bless
Karen Fluharty Scott
January 18, 2013
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