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Tony
July 8, 2023
To the family, many, many friends, and fans to one of the first Black athlete from Pittsburgh to medal at the Olympics. Mr. Herb Douglas was a track and field star who won a bronze medal in the long jump at the 1948 Summer Olympics in London. We will miss Mr. Herb Douglas' presence and his many contributions to his community and the Olympics track and field games. May the love and the special memory you shared and cherish with him show just how much your life was touched by him. May you find comfort in your wealth of fond memories together with Mr. Herb Douglas. May the God of comfort bless your grieving hearts with strength, loving kindness and peace as the world copes with the loss of Mr. Herb Douglas. He will be greatly missed, but not forgotten.
Dr. Delisa D. Purnell
May 1, 2023
Mr. Herb Douglas and his wife Mrs. Minerva have lived here at Park Plaza Condominiums in Philadelphia for many many years. He was family, friends, and an inspiration to so many of us. We loved him and honored him by renaming our block from Ford Rd. to "Herb Douglas Way". As a community, we mourn the loss of one of our own. To his family, ee offer our heartfelt condolences and have posted this memorial in our lobby. Hopefully, there will be a live stream where we can attend his funeral services. God's love, comfort, and blessings from the residents of Park Plaza Condominiums, Philadephia, PA.
Elizabeth Bell
April 29, 2023
R.I.P. Mr Herb
Cheryl Logan
April 28, 2023
Herb Douglas helped change my career trajectory with these simple words : "Honey you are just getting started." May he rest in peace.
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Gary, IN
April 27, 2023
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Jimmy Crawley
April 26, 2023
God is a God of all Comfort..My heartfelt prayer to the Family's..
TM
April 25, 2023
Bless you Mr. Douglas. May you sleep in heavenly peace always! A true winner,
Camella Ford And Family! REST IN PEACE!
April 25, 2023
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
TL
April 25, 2023
May your memories give you peace and comfort of your loved one. Words fall short of expressing my sorrow for the loss of your loved one. May GOD be with you all during this difficult time. 1 Thessalonians 4:14 For if we have faith that Jesus died and rose again, so too God will bring with him those who have fallen asleep in death through Jesus.
Anonymous... Gary, IN
April 25, 2023
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
RR
April 25, 2023
What an amazing accomplishment and a part of history. Heartfelt condolences to the Douglas family, so very sorry for your loss. As you shed your tears, may God give strength and comfort to you all to help you through this very difficult time of your loss.
Stephanie Schell
April 24, 2023
You will be remembered for your achievements in the Olympics.
faitht c tobin/brad j herscot
April 24, 2023
Dear Douglas Family Brad and I extend our condolences's to the family.may he rest in peace and he'll surely be missed very much.best faith/brad
Stephanie D Schell
April 24, 2023
Paved the way for African Americans in the Olympics.
Chris
April 24, 2023
I offer my sincere condolences to the family of Herb Douglas. What a beautiful legacy he has left you. May God give your family comfort as you mourn his loss.
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