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1945
DIED
2016
Douglas Van Vlear Obituary
Born April 29, 1945Reconstituted May 30th, 2016
Confirmed aliases: Harvey, Raver, Leroy, McFugger, Bubba, Rat, Van, Pluto, Uncle Doug, and several others rumored. Esteemed attorney, loving father, accomplished mountaineer, revered and feared pyromaniac. Tremendously traveled, fleet of foot, with a distinctive and unyielding sense of humor, a keen wit, a fearless sense of adventure, a taste for life's flavors, and a deep devotion to family and friends. A cherished loved one to many, he is survived by his beloved Manas, a son and daughter, sister, niece and nephew.To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Denys Milner Leigh-Taylor Jr.
October 5, 2025
Raver, as I was introduced to him by my brother, Douglas Bowman Leigh-Taylor known back then as Dyna-man was a college class-mate and co-conspirator on many an escapade, from days at UCSB, then Law practices, Mineral King hikes and more. He(they) knew folks and friends from All Over The Place, and would on Rare occasions include me, to my Great Exuberance, and therefore introduced me to Fine Dining and Fine Wine, for which I am Eternally grateful( I just enjoyed a nice Cabernet last night)! Sadly, these two Fabulous Douglas's passed too young at 71 and 72 respectively. The term "Characters" was Perfectly designed for these two Gems!
Doug
May 20, 2024
Doug! I am at Glen Park Bart station where we met numerous times to discuss pyrotechnics and bni.
Our conversations and your humorous escapades are surely missed. You did a solid for my daughter and you are missed
Doug
August 23, 2018
Doug was a good man, full of adventures and wit. He helped my child in a time of great need. I am forever greatful
Denis Viri
March 30, 2017
Doug was rascally and very bright. I knew him from high school in San Mateo and we did tread some paths of mischief together back then. Looked forward to seeing him at one of our high school reunions but it seems he enjoyed his own orbit elsewhere. My condolences to his family. I have good memories of him and wish I had maintained contact over the years.
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