Alex Doucette Obituary

Bothell, Wash. - Alex Doucette, 84, of Bothell, Wash., formerly of Waterford, passed away peacefully on Feb. 26, 2013, with his wife by his side.

He was born to Lena Mae and Alex Doucette in Bellingham, Wash., on Aug. 21, 1928. Mr. Doucette joined the U.S. Navy at the tail end of Wor1d War II, serving for 24 years on active duty, including tours in Korea and Vietnam. He retired at the rank of E-8 Senior Chief.

He married his first wife, Sophie (Barszcz) Doucette, on June 25, 1948.

Mr. Doucette was a communicate of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church in Quaker Hill, a member of the Holland Club, and an elder of the Cowlitz Native Tribe in Longview, Wash. He retired from the Naval Underwater Systems Center after 25 years.

Alex moved back to Washington in 2005, and married Mary Tarabochia on Nov. 18, 2011.

He spent much of his time gardening, reading, and playing with his dog, Barney, and cat, Sophie.

Alex was predeceased by his wife, Sophie K. Doucette, and his younger brother, Thomas Doucette.

He is survived by three sisters, Joanne Schartow of Phoenix, Ariz., Maryann Hayworth of Bothell, and Louise Weatherill of Kirkland, Wash.; his four children, Ronald Doucette and his wife, Sharon, of Boston, Alex Doucette and his wife, Carla of Waterford, Susan B. Mariano and her husband, Michael, of Waterford, and Dennis Doucette and his wife, Kristine, of Ewa Beach, Hawaii. He leaves behind six grandchildren, Stephanie, Melanie, Crissy, Kevin, David, and Danielle; and four great-grandchildren, Wilson, Maxwell, Charlie Anna Maria, and Zoey.

Alex will be remembered for his non-stop energy, love of learning and teaching, his technical vocabulary, and focus on "togetherness of the family".

A private graveside service will be held. See you down the pike, Dad.

Impellitteri-Malia Funeral Home, 84 Montauk Ave., New London is assisting the family with local arrangements.

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Published by The Day on Mar. 6, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
for Alex Doucette

11 Entries

Ann Moore

March 14, 2013

We have so many good memories of "Uncle Alex" visiting Bellingham in recent years. He was indeed full of life and passionate about learning and heritage and enjoying life to its fullest. As Dad's cousin he became a fun extended member of the family. I'll think of him as we look at his watercolor of a beach scene. We'll miss you, Uncle Alex. with love, Ann, Gary, Gladys, Jane

Candy DePietro-Bernacchi

March 10, 2013

Thoughts and prayers and wishing good memories for all his family!

Candy DePietro-Bernacchi

March 10, 2013

Dear Ron and Sha, while I do not Dad D personally, I feel by knowing and loving Ron, I did because Ron is a wonderful person just like his Dad! Love, Candy DePietro-Bernacchi

stephie mark wilz max charlie

March 10, 2013

we smile everyday we see your watercolors which brighten our walls and photos of your cheery smile on the fridge.
we love you, gramps/great-gramps.
will think of you always.
s+m+w+m+c
xx

Frank Majewski

March 9, 2013

My condolences to the Doucette family. I had the pleasure to work with Al on many projects at NUSC and he always brightened my day with a story. A very compassionate and caring man. May he rest in peace.

Linda Bettencourt

March 8, 2013

Dear fanily of Al,
I am so sorry for the loss of your dad, brother and grandfather. I knew him to be a sweet man, who always wanted to help everyone whenever he could. He will be remembered always.
Linda Bettencourt, Waterford, CT

Chaplain Ray Fritz

March 8, 2013

Our condolences to all of Alex's family, friends and loved ones. You are in our thoughts and prayers. We are grateful for his dedicated and long service to our country in the U.S. Submarine Force. He qualified in submarines on the USS Cochino SS-345 in 1948 and retired from the Navy as ETCS(SS). May God bless you with peace and fond memories, comfort you and heal the broken hearts. To our "Brother of the Dolphin", a member of the Holland Club having been qualified in submarines for more that 50 years, we say, "Sailor, rest your oar. We have the watch. Rest in peace." -- Rev. Ray Fritz, National Chaplain United States Submarine Veterans, USSVI.

Mary and John Hill

March 7, 2013

Ron and Sharon - sorry for your loss of a special dad/gramps - he indeed was a very unique man and highly involved in lots of interesting things - he loved life and lived a good one and he was fortunate to see his children settle in life with families. He also enjoyed his grandkids and great grandkids, sweet! RIP, Mr. Doucette as you will be greatly missed by all.

March 7, 2013

My sincere sympathies to to the entire Doucette family. We grew up down the street and your family were always fun

Your Dad was always gentle and warm to us all.

God Bless

Chuck Le Fevre

Kate Sonnenburg

March 6, 2013

To the Doucette Family:
I worked with Al at the Crystal Ave. facility of NUSC/NUWC. What a fun, always upbeat man! You have my deepest sympathy and are in my prayers.

Barbara Dobry

March 6, 2013

Ron and Sharon - my deepest sympathy for your loss. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are for you during this sorrowful time. Ron, your dad was interesting and an amazing person - may he rest in peace forever.

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