Douglas Hutton Obituary

Douglas Hutton

In short; from start to finish, Doug was a great guy! Here's the backstory…
Douglas Lee Hutton, 73, of Brookings, Oregon, passed unexpectedly on September 1st, 2023. Doug was born to Chester Lee "Chet" and Joyce Lucinda Hutton on April 2nd, 1950 in Eugene, Oregon. He was the eldest of his siblings Jeff, Don, Chris and Cindy and was often called the "rock" of the family through the years as the beloved older brother.
In 1958, the family moved to Redwood Creek Ranch in California. Some of Doug and his siblings' most treasured childhood memories were on this ranch with days filled with swimming, hunting, fishing, and roaming those 1,480 acres.
Eventually, the family settled in Blue Lake, California. Doug attended Blue Lake Elementary School and was a 1968 graduate of Arcata High School-enlisting in the Coast Guard that same year.
Throughout school, Doug enjoyed playing various sports such as basketball and baseball alongside his brothers on teams coached by his father Chet. He continued into his adult years playing on softball teams and was a great catcher. Later on, Doug coached high school girls' teams. Doug enjoyed golfing with friends and even made a 'hole in one' shot that made the newspaper on the 9th hole of the Lake Redding Golf course in June 1991. He also enjoyed horse races and quadding and snow skiing with his wife Linda.
Doug's early intrigue in cars developed into being a successful and sought-after car salesman. He had a knack for finding just the right rig for all kinds of lifestyles. His customers knew that he also cared about them as people, and many of them became friends. He never missed a day of work and was highly valued at "CDJR" (Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram) in Brookings, Or., where he was a long-time resident.
Doug enjoyed gardening and barbecuing great meals at home, was a solid Ducks fan, and loved his dogs. He never forgot a birthday and was always available to help people-giving good, solid advice about all kinds of things. He was appreciated for his sense of humor and authentic, down-to-earth ways. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends.
Doug is survived by his wife Linda, daughter Heather, siblings Don (Vicki), Jeff (Carol), and Cindy (Matt) Hally, sister-in-law Joy (Chris) and several nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his father Chet, his mother Joyce, his brother Chris, and stepfather James "Jim" Aitken.
A celebration of life is planned for sometime in the Spring of 2024.

Ecclesiastes 3:1-8 "For everything there is a season, and a time for every matter under heaven..."

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Published by Times-Standard on Oct. 15, 2023.

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Ruby and Sly Holladay

October 9, 2024

A kind, caring, considerate man...Our love goes out to his family and close friends.

His loving wife, Leeeeeeenda

October 18, 2023

Well there's not enough room here to say all the special times and the thoughtful things he did for me and others throughout the 19 short years we were together. I will say in short, and those who know me..know that's not going to be easy, Doug was my rock, my Steady Eddy, my biggest fan. He knew what I may have needed before I did. He always put me and others ahead of himself. Not sure how I'm going to live our without my Rock! Thank you all for your memories of this beloved man, my sweet cherished, Dougly, forever in my heart and always on my mind.
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Barbara Ogden

October 17, 2023

I only had the pleasure of meeting Doug one time. I have worked with his wife Linda for a few years. She always talked so fondly of him and how she hated be apart and relayed what a Duck fan he was. As season ticket holders we had a couple extra tickets to the Arizona game so asked Linda if they would like to join us? They did and what a great time we had! My daughter son-in-law and myself enjoyed his company and could tell right away what a caring kind person he was! My thoughts and prayers to his wife and siblings for their loss.

Paul Jones

October 16, 2023

i am sorry that Doug has passed away. He was a friend and fellow athlete. i always enjoyed his humor, distinct laugh, and joyful ways. i will miss that. Condolences to all his family and friends.

Ruby and Sly

October 15, 2023

My partner and I met Doug per referral of his daughter Heather. We spoke with hime regarding buying another car. He was personable, professional, and kind. Our condolences go out to Doug's family and friends. It was a pleasure to meet him.

Regan Huyck

October 15, 2023

My condolences and prayers to Doug´s family I know he will be greatly missed.

Lee Iorg

October 15, 2023

Always a great guy and solid Blue Laker. Great family!!

Billie Watson Delebak

October 15, 2023

Doug was a classmate of mine at Blue Lake Elementary and Arcata High. We alway spoke about the fact we were both born in Eugene Oregon a month apart. Such a loss to his family and his friends.

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