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Douglas Fletcher Obituary
Funeral Services will be held at 3:00 pm on February 7, 2013 at the United Methodist Church at 321 4th Avenue, Seward, Alaska. Doug's ashes will be scattered on top Mount Marathon by his family on July 4th, 2013 during the Mount Marathon race.
Douglas was born on January 16, 1970 in Seward, Alaska. He attended Boise State University where he studied Physical Education and Archeology. He was a loyal employee of Safeway for over seventeen years; he enjoyed hiking, traveling, and photography as his hobbies.
The family shared that "Doug was a loving husband and family man who adored his nieces and nephews. Doug lived life to the fullest by traveling and exploring the world. Doug just completed a big adventure by visiting India and visiting the Taj Mahal with his wife by his side. Doug loved his Mom and Dad and watched over them faithfully. Doug will be remembered for his worldly travels but in the end always returning back to the place he loved the most. . . Alaska."
Doug is survived by his wife Maria Kobzeva of Seward, AK; mother and father Marie and Skip Fletcher of Seward, AK; brother Skip Jr. Fletcher of Lahaina, HI; as well as his four sisters, Sandra Fletcher of Anchorage, AK; Nancy Stout of Moses Lake, WA; Suzanne Moore of Snohomish, WA; Kambe Padgett of Wasilla, AK; and his numerous nieces and nephews.
Flowers and Donations may be sent in behalf of the family to the United Methodist Church at 321 4th Avenue Seward, Alaska.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Anchorage Funeral Home, you are also invited to visit Doug's on-line guest book at www.AlaskanFuneral.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Douglas Fletcher
Skip & Marie Fletcher
March 7, 2013
March 07, 2013
Our dear Son Douglas Chadwick Fletcher, given to us by our Father in Heaven on the early morning of January 16th, 1969, a date as father I can not forget as he arrived while the Nurse was down the hall attending to other patients. Upon delivery, Doug's first action was to go potty. All was working well.
From that day on, it was as though we had received an Angel from Heaven, sent to watch over his mother and father with never any desire to want to leave us. His only real desire was climbing mountains and traveling. Both of which he excelled at. He loved life to the fullest, always concerned about others and showing much love and cencern for his brother and sisters and of course, all of his Nieces and Nephews, and his wife of just over 2 years, Maria.
As parents, we are extremely heart broken over his loss. However, knowing our Son, he would want us to live our lives to the fullest. The LORD gave us our Angel for 44 years and we are very grateful to have been blessed with his presence.
We cherish many wondrful memories of Doug. Too many in fact to even try to comment on here. Those memories will live in our hearts always. The most outstanding legacy, and he makes us proud to mention it, DOUG NEVER GAVE US CAUSE FOR WORRY OR CONCERN.He was indeed a good Son. We give thanks for all God's blessings and are confident all of us will be together again one day. This we know that they that trust in the LORD shall be as Mount Zion, which cannot be removed, but abideth for ever. As the Mountains are round about, we know DOUG is up there watching over us.
We will carry on Doug, because we know that is what you would want of us. GOD'S blessing on you for all eternity. Your family LOVE'S you very much and you are missed terribly.
Mom & Dad
Beloved Son Douglas high on the Mountain
March 6, 2013
Cameron Padgett
March 6, 2013
Uncle Doug,
I appreciate everything you have done for me. I loved it how you taught me about many wonders of the world and all the pictures that you brought back. I know that you fulfilled your dream of traveling and exploring. In your honor I want to go to China next year and visit many other places. I loved the memories of us on the track at Seward high and on one of your favorite mountains together. you were able to climb that mountain so fast it wasn't even funny. You also gave me endurance to run all the miles I did in Cross Country/Track. You also gave me many fun memories when You Maria and I went all the way to Kenai just to wach The movie Super 8, and even more memories of us playing games and having fun. I also stuck one of the coins you gave me on a necklace Nathan gave me. One more memorie you gave me is you and I making s'mores with Katie, Gracie, Nathan and Sissy. Our journey may have just begun but it will never end Doug. We all love you and miss you Doug.
Your youngest Nephew,
Cameron Douglas Padgett
Katie Moore
March 6, 2013
Dear Uncle Doug
I miss you so much. Every year I looked forward to coming up to Alaska so I could see you and bother you. The funnest part of the day was sneaking down stairs, grabbing a paint scraper, and prying your door open so we could sneak into your room.
You were a lot of fun and hanging around you made me feel like I was having fun. I remember when you got your new car and let me sit up front. You were most excited to show me all the buttons that could move the seat any way I wanted. I don't know who was more excited, me or you.
You took me and my sister many places, including going out for ice cream and dinner. Because of my picky eating habits you tried to get me to try new things, buying me hot chocolate and Sweet Darling's gellato Ice cream. I didn't have the adventurous spirit that you had.
You even spent an afternoon pushing my butt up the mountain where other hikers thought you were my dad. You looked disgusted after that. I just laughed.
Right before you went on your last trip, you and Maria stopped by our house. I was happy I was able to spend just a few more hours with you. We walked near the docks and then ate at Ivars. You even talked about coming back later to visit.
Whenever my sister and I hung out with you, we always smiled. There will always be a hole in my life where you are supposed to be. I will miss you, and Princess will too. I love you very much.
Until I see you again,
Katie-Bear
Gracie Moore
March 6, 2013
Dear Uncle Doug,
I love and miss you so much. I am going to miss hanging out with you and messing with you. I remember when you drove me and Katie around in your new car and I saw a purple flower and wanted it so you pulled over and got it for me. Also I remember the time where the cousins and I found two swords and gave you and my dad one and made you two fight with them. You took Katie and Sissy up the mountain one time and I never got to climb it with you and I wish I had. A funny time I remember was when you drove us around and I had to go to the bathroom so bad so you drove by the waterfall. You have so many people who love you and I'm so sorry this happened. I will always miss you and I will never forget all the good times I had with you.
Love you Uncle Doug, Gracie
Susu Moore
March 6, 2013
Dougy,
I miss you more than I can say. Growing up with you was one of the joys, something I'll always treasure and never forget. Who else will understand the sorrow we felt when John Wayne died? We cried together when we heard, and laughed like loons when we realized how silly we were.
When I woke up from having a bad dream, you never minded when I snuck into your room and woke you up to tell you about it and give me a hug.
I loved that you and I read the same books and talked about our favorite parts together. I loved hangin out with you and talkin about places we'd like to go and see in the world.
When I got older, you actually went to go see all those places you talked about. I really admired you for that Doug, and I'm proud you did that.
I loved conspiring with you to get Dad the "best" christmas present ever, by buying him a barbeque grill. We laughed til we got sick when Dad thought we got him a computer.
I loved that you were such a great Uncle to my girls. They loved hangin out with you and being tortured by you, in the way only you could do.
I was so happy that you lived in Seward and were able to keep an eye on Mom and Dad. You once told me that was why you never left.
I miss you so much Doug, nothing will ever be the same
Kambe Padgett
March 5, 2013
My Dearest Big Brother,
I miss you more than anything, you are my biggest hero. You were the one I went to for everything, the one I followed suit....everything you did I wanted to be...except for when you when you got the chicken pox that wasn't so fun, you left out that it was itchy.
You were our 007 of the family I loved how you would say you were "Just call me Fletcher 007 Fletcher" and you were truly our Indiana Jones of the family. Our adventurer and dreamer. Whether it be pretending robbing 1st National Bank where our biggest score was suckers or searching for the biggest treasure out at the abandoned barge on Lowell Point or climbing the mountains...or playing hide n seek in the theatre you were always full of the big ideas. The biggest plan was on how to fly, simply because you were not concerned on how the landing was to go....I now see why...you were never to land you were always meant to fly and see the world...you were always meant to travel and for us to see the world through your eyes...I just wish you were still here for us to talk about it to.
I miss the drives into Anchorage and discussing where you are going and what you were going to see and upon your return what you saw and did....I miss the hugs....the I love you's...I simply just miss YOU......
I miss your smile, I miss your laugh, I miss your compassion and your protection, I simply miss the way you looked at life...
You loved the mountains...especially Mt. Marathon...the "no ordinary" race as you would say...you lived large and you lived it your way...I admired that.
I hope one day we can pick up on that flying lesson you once so largely began teaching me as little kids...I won't "quit" as you taught me and I will always love you Doug...I miss you so much. I hope one day that we can fly together and never land and that you can show me all the places you see as you once did before....
Fly Big Brother...fly....
Love you so much your "lil sister"
Kam
Uncle Doug and I in Alaska
Craig Stout
March 3, 2013
Uncle Doug,
Thank you for being a great person and family member to me growing up. I learned that by being active, I would not only keep in good shape, but I would enjoy more out of life. It wasn't easy for you to get me out of bed in the early A.M. ...BUT I'm glad you never gave up on me because I would have missed out on some great Alaskan trips to different cities and the great adventures in the wilderness. I am very grateful that I was able to be your nephew. You are a great role model and I will do my best to get my children someday out and climbing those mountains as well!
Thanks for the good times, miss you Uncle Doug!
Your Nephew,
Douglas C. Fletcher (Sept. 2012)
Nancy Stout
March 2, 2013
To My Brother, My Friend,
Thank you Doug for the wonderful memories that you have left us with. I will truly cherish the trips we made with Dad and Grandma over the Alcan and how you always found a dog to make friends with at each stop on the way. I remember how we looked forward to staying at the Travel Lodge by the Spaceneedle. We would get to swim in the pool and go to the Seattle Center where the Food Court was awesome.
Remember when you came and stayed with me in Auburn, I was such a penny pincher then. (OK.....still am somewhat) You were good company and a friend when I needed one.
Remember the times when we use to wrestle? The reason I quit was because you became so strong. Remember how I chased you through part of the Theater building and then outside and halfway around the block with both of us laughing all the way? I still wonder what that Policeman (that pulled up along side of us) thought when he saw us wrestling on the Bank Parking Lot. We sure had some good times didn't we?
Mom, dad and your wife, Maria miss you something fierce as many of us do. Dad said, when you were here, it was as if an Angel was amongst us. I think he was right.
Although I am not ready to make that trip to Heaven just yet.....I do hope that when I am.....you will be one of the first to greet me. I would indeed know your name if I saw you in Heaven and I would take your hand in mine. Until we meet again Doug, I will hold close all the Wonderful Memories you have left behind. You were a great brother. Love and miss you!
Your sister.
Gary & Julie Lindquist
February 14, 2013
We are so sorry for your loss. May the Lord Hold You, Give You Strength and Help You to Find Peace...Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you. Love Gary & Julie Lindquist & family
Marji (Brossow)Peterson
February 11, 2013
Dear Skip and Marie, Our heart breaks over the loss of Doug... David and I will keep you and the family in our prayers. May you feel God's comfort.
February 11, 2013
Skip and Marie, my Godparents. So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers to you!
Denise (Brossow) Gorle
Larry & Claudia Walters
February 11, 2013
Dearest Skip & Marie, there are no words, except to tell you our hearts and prayers are with you. We are so sorry to hear of your loss. We love you so much.
bill clifton
February 10, 2013
I work with you 14 year ago made me sad to ear what happen good bye
Todd Wilson
February 10, 2013
Sorry for your loss,May God bless your family always....
Nancy Patterson
February 8, 2013
Prayers for all of you, I had the honor of working with Doug in Seward for a few years and his quiet, gentle spirit was always present. He loved life and lived it to the fullest, a very special man.
Patti Russell
February 7, 2013
Marie, Skip and Family: Sending lots of prayers and love your way. Doug was very special and it was fun watching him grow up and see the adventures that he had! My heart is with you all. Patti (Martin) Russell
February 7, 2013
I remember Doug as a teenager in the 80's. He was such a nice young man and so cute. Our family will never forget his bike ride from Seward to Kenai and how stiff he was the next day. You all are in my thoughts and prayers for your loss. Mary Jane Hanley (Katy's mom)
Glenda Hilton (Grew)
February 7, 2013
Skip Marie and Family,
So very sorry for the loss of your son, brother, uncle and husband. Know that your friends and the LORD are there to comfort you. This is never easy and my prayers are with you all in this time of sympathy.
February 7, 2013
Skip, Marie and Maria, Sending you loving thoughts and prayers in your time of sorrow. We will miss Doug. He always made us smile. Megan and Connor Coppock
Julie Bryant
February 6, 2013
My heart goes out to all of Doug's Family. Such sadness knows no bounds and words cannot make the pain better. Just know that all the love and support you've given throughout the years is being returned to you infinitely. My heart is is Seward right now with all of you as you say goodbye to a world traveler, a brother, husband,son, uncle, and friend.
Connie Kullander
February 6, 2013
Maria, and the Fletcher family, We are saddened by the loss of Doug. He will be greatly missed, but a angle has arrived at Gods door to watch over all. You all are in my thoughts and prayers..
Matt Callahan
February 6, 2013
So very sorry to hear of such tragedy. Doug has left an impression on so many.
Niels Nielsen
February 6, 2013
May the Lord give you pease and comfort in your time of sorrow
Catherine Woods
February 6, 2013
I'm so very sorry your life was cut short, you will be in our hearts for ever. We love you Skip, Marie and family. Love Sweetpea (Catherine Wood) And all of our family. God bless.
Steve & Maureen Lemme
February 6, 2013
To Doug's family,
May you find comfort & courage from your family & friends & great peace from our Lord. I believe our angels stay close beside us as we go through our days & when evening comes look to the sky. Doug will be the brightest star you see.
Jack & Shirley Dyer
February 6, 2013
Skip and Marie, the news of the loss of your son saddened us deeply. I know he will be greatly missed by all. You're in our thoughts and prayers.... Jack and Shirley Dyer
Judy Forrest
February 5, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Sandra Fletcher
February 5, 2013
Doug, it was nice growing up with someone like you - someone to lean on, someone to count on...
Your spirit was beautiful, your passion for travel, and your love for Maria intact...
Thank you for staying in Seward to look after mom and dad; you're the best, and I will always think of you.
Peace and Love... Sandra
Candy and Carl Norman
February 5, 2013
Our deep condolences to the Fletcher Family..May time help you find peace through the sorrow. Words cannot express the sadness...
February 5, 2013
Skip and Marie: we are so sorry about Doug's passing. He sounds like a guy we wish we had gotten to know better. We have you in our prayers,
Brad and Nancy.
February 5, 2013
Skip, Marie and family our thoughts and prayers are with you.Ole and Becky Mahle
February 5, 2013
Skip, Marie and family our thoughts and prayers are with you.Ole and Becky Mahle
Dixie Landenburger
February 5, 2013
Sincere condolences to your family for this tragic loss. Praying for you to be given strength during this time.
February 5, 2013
Dearest Skip and Marie, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Always remember the good times and that Doug will always be in your heart. Joe and Kathy Amon
Karen and Jack Wickersham
February 4, 2013
Marie, Skip, Kambe and family, We are so, so sorry to hear of Doug's passing. We will always remember him as handsome and kind young man. Take care and know that your entire family is in our thoughts and prayers, Love, Karen and Jack Wickersham
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