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DOUGLAS KEARNAGHAN Obituary

KEARNAGHAN, DOUGLAS Douglas L. Kearnaghan of Rancho Penasquitos passed away peacefully on January 8, 2011. Doug was born on January 4, 1943 in Freeport, Illinois to his parents, Homer and Vernette Kearnaghan. Raised in Mt. Carroll, Illinois, he was the youngest of three children. Doug met his wife, Linda, during college, and they were happily married for over 44 years. Doug and Linda had two children together. He was a long time resident of San Diego and had careers with Xerox and Office Depot. In retirement, Doug taught business courses at Palomar College. He was President-Elect of the Rotary Club of San Diego North and a past president of the Mt. Carmel High School Athletic Foundation. He enjoyed coaching youth sports and spending time with his children and grandchildren. He loved watching college basketball and was a lifelong, avid Fighting Illini fan. Doug will be fondly remembered by his loving wife and their children, son Jason and his wife Stephanie, daughter Kristen, and his grandchildren Kayley and Elle. He is also survived by his brother Pat Kearnaghan and sister Joan Heddens. Relatives and friends are invited to a Celebration of Life for Doug at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 15, 2011 at El Camino Mortuary, 5600 Carroll Canyon Road, San Diego, CA. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Rotary Club of San Diego North Scholarship Fund.

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Published by San Diego Union-Tribune on Jan. 11, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for DOUGLAS KEARNAGHAN

22 Entries

Joan Kearnaghan

January 5, 2024

Thinking of Doug today. It doesn't seem possible that he has been gone so long. He was a very cute teenager when I met him after being engaged to Pat, his older brother. Since we all moved to different places in the country, we didn't get a chance to see him often, but I know that he was a good father and a good husband. What else can be important in life?

Don Siedenburg

February 1, 2011

Many years ago, I knew Doug as a neighbor in Mt. Carroll, Illinois and also knew him as the little brother of my very good friend.

Although that was the last time I had contact with Doug, many memories came back when reading his obituary.

Doug's family have my deepest sympathy on his passing.

May God be with you in this time of sorrow.

Michael Korotaeff

January 25, 2011

So very sorry to hear of Doug"s passing. Just returned to San Diego and found out. I worked with Doug at Xerox for many years and kept in touch and he left. We would run into each other at the grocery store and catch up on things.
I will miss him dearly

Conrad Eggeraat

January 14, 2011

Doug and I worked together at Xerox in San Diego. Doug was always cheerful and very supportive when I transfered into the office. Also, we kept in touch after we both left Xerox. He was a fine man. Teena and I send our thoughts and prayers to his family.

Sheena Pedro

January 14, 2011

Kristen,
I am so very sorry for your loss.My condolences to you and your family at this difficult time.

Patti Ford

January 13, 2011

Kearnaghan Family,
I am sadden to hear of Doug's passing. I worked with Doug at Office Depot. Doug always had a daily joke and a kind word. He will be dearly missed. I hope it is a comfort for you to know that our loss is God's Gain. I'm sure he is doing great things already. God bless your family.

Ray and Betty Moncey

January 13, 2011

We are sad to hear of Doug's passing.As Betty would say, what a really gppd man. I enjoyed his company, whether it be thru girls softball, the gym, or at the bank. Dougalways spoke proud and fondly of his family.

Tom Saliwanchik

January 12, 2011

I was sad to hear of the passing of Doug. I worked with him for many years at Xerox. He had a heart of gold and especially enjoyed talking about his family. College basketball was another one of his favorite things. My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Kearnaghan family.

Linda Ballard

January 11, 2011

Dear Kearnaghan Family,

I am so sad to hear that Doug has passed from this life. I've known him since 1976 when I was a new Sales Rep at Xerox in Illinois and later he was my Sales Manager and friend in San Diego. Doug always loved his family and he was someone we could all look up to as a really good, honest man. I am so sorry -he will be missed by many people.

Jolene Kageyama

January 11, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. Kristen, your dad was always so proud of you. I always enjoyed your stories you shared about you and him and his worries about you and your car. You continue to be in my thoughts and prayers.

Laura

January 11, 2011

Thanks for sharing this, it is so sweet to read the messages. People are still good, aren't they? I'm watching the Daily Show tonight just in Doug's honor. See you soon.

Jill Sorenson

January 11, 2011

Kristen, you were blessed with wonderful parents, and they were so proud of you. I remember so many times your dad thanking me for hiring you and being part of your LCS career! I enjoyed visiting with your dad whenever we had the opportunity to do so, and will remember him fondly, such a nice man! And an incredible daughter! You are in my thoughts & prayers. Love,
Jill

Pat and Joan Kearnaghan

January 11, 2011

Linda, Jason, and Kristen,

We are so sorry that you have lost your dad. We thought that you might enjoy this photo of him when, at 18 years old, he served as the best man in our wedding.

Jamie Kimble

January 11, 2011

Kristen - We are so sad to hear of the loss of your Father. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Love,
The Keeno Girls

January 11, 2011

Kristen, I am so sorry for your loss. Your father sounds like such a good man!! You are blessed! We are all praying for you in the Greenwood office! ((Big Hugs)) Traci Berty

Wendy Herrero

January 11, 2011

Kris, Doug was such a wonderful father and man. I am so grateful to have known him. He will be deeply missed. I always enjoyed his teasing when we would go on vacations together :) My thoughts are with you and your family.
Love,
Wendy

Mary Dettmer & South Bay Partners

January 11, 2011

We are sorry for your loss and that you are having to go through this difficult time, KK. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Holly Johnson-Grupe

January 11, 2011

Not known as Doug to me, always Mr. Kearnaghan. My memories of him are of a man who loved his children and supported them in every activity they did. My thoughts and prayers go out to Kristen and her family.

yvonne slate

January 11, 2011

Kristen I am so sorry...after meeting your dad I know what a very special giving man he was...I will keep you and your mum in my prayers

Love
Yvonne

Becky Delashmit

January 11, 2011

"My thoughts arwith you KK and Linda "

Chase and Megan Hines

January 11, 2011

Sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Amanda Olsen

January 11, 2011

Shame, Kristen! I am saddened and shocked to hear of your loss. I had the good fortune to meet your father a few times... A great man he was and funny! Sending love and prayers to you and you family through this most difficult time.

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