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Pat (Ramp) Raypole
January 10, 2017
I am sorry to hear about Doug. I was a 1956 classmate at Columbia City High School and remember Doug as being a nice young man. My condolences to his family.
CCHS Alumni Association
January 7, 2017
May God give you strength in this time of grief and fond memories of Douglas Allan Lanier,
CCHS Alumni Class of 1956.
The Alumni of CCHS extends sincere condolences,
thoughts and prayers to Doug's family.
www.cchsaa.org
Barb Unger
January 7, 2017
He was a wonderful teacher, patient and kind. Somehow, he got a bunch of adolescents in the 70's excited about chemistry. Deepest sympathy to his family and friends.
Larry Facione
January 6, 2017
Doug was a master teacher, a colleague of mine and a friend. People talk about "class"...what is it? how do you describe it?....well all you had to do was spend five minutes with Doug, and there were your answers!
My deepest sympathies to all of his family members.
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January 6, 2017
I'm fighting back the tears as I write this. Next to my parents, there was no greater influence on my life during my high school years than Doug Lanier. He was the perfect teacher; he demanded a lot and loved you a lot more. In August of 2014, my opening remarks to the teachers of Chippewa Valley was based on Doug, using him as an example of what a great teacher does. He didn't make cars, parts, or portfolios-he made a difference!
You will be greatly missed, dear friend!
Ed Skiba,
Macomb, MI
Julie Particka
January 5, 2017
I still remember the day he told me to stop calling him Mr. Lanier. I said I wasn't sure I'd ever manage it. To this day, calling him Doug makes me feel like the rudest student he ever had. But he was more than a teacher to me; he was a friend. He wasn't only the reason I loved chemistry, but also a big reason I attended Purdue and wound up going into teaching. The influence he had on the path of my life from the time I walked into his classroom my first day at SHHS is, quite frankly, immeasurable. And his support didn't end with graduation. We exchanged letters while I was at Purdue and for years after. Doug was the kind of teacher who I hope everyone has at least once in their life. I can only hope that I impacted one of my students' lives a fraction as strongly as he did mine. He was one of the great ones, and he will be missed.
Rosalind Keidar
January 5, 2017
I loved you from the start. A gentle man who took good care of my beloved friend Betty Jean. I will always think of you when I see a beautiful garden.
Sharon Herman
January 5, 2017
I am so sorry to hear of Mr. Lanier's passing. He was my chemistry teacher in the 80's and he helped influence me to major in Chemistry in college. My condolences.
Linda Zelmanski
January 4, 2017
Class of 73 here
He was a great teacher
Yonyuth Hongsakaphadana
January 4, 2017
My Condolences to his family. Mr. Lanier was a great teacher. He cared for his students and taught more then just Chemistry. Mr. Lanier stayed after school and helped students who wanted to learn on his own time because he cared for his students. He was one of the best teachers around and I will never forget all that he taught me. SHHS Class of 1991 -Yonyuth Hongsakaphadana Student, Danbury, CT
Lori Rice
January 4, 2017
Recall having him as my biology teacher at Fuhrmann Junior High in the 60's. Also remember he loved Coke; had his refrigerator always stocked. Great man
Bill & Lori Leeuw Leeuw
January 4, 2017
Uncle Doug was a good man with a big heart. He always had a story to tell and a smile on his face. He will be greatly missed. I will always cherish the memories of us visiting every year and all of us kids sleeping in the camper and having fun.
Jeff Schmidt
January 4, 2017
I had Mr. Lanier for chemistry in 10th grade. He changed my life! To this day, I still use some of the tools he taught - like dimensional analysis - and I've taught that to my kids and my students. I can say that of all my teachers, he was one of most impactful!! Sorry for your loss.
Brian Dolinar
January 4, 2017
Mr. Lanier was a wonderful teacher who taught us all more than just about chemistry. SHHS Class of 1990.
Theresa Newman
January 4, 2017
Pam, you were one of the nicest friends I ever had. I have wished for many years to reconnect. I am very sorry for the loss of your father.
Holli Gage
January 4, 2017
It has been an honor to have met Uncle Doug and having him in our lives. I have never met someone with such a gentle and kind heart. His love for animals is a goal for me. He always made certain I had the right dog in my life, so thoughtful. I will miss Uncle Doug at our gatherings and will think of him often. Aunt Betty, we are all here for you.
Tracy (Morgan)Breton
January 4, 2017
I was just telling my thirteen year old daughter about what a great science teacher I had ! I'm so sorry for your loss. He left a great impression on many students!
Anna Rzepka Longe (SHHS class of '88)
January 4, 2017
Mr. Lanier helped me connect to my love of science in 10th grade Chemistry and kept in touch with me and encouraged me through some tough college Chemistry courses. A favorite teacher and fine man. Praying for peace, love and light for your family during this sad time.
Irene Christensen
January 4, 2017
Doug, you were a lovable and valuable buddy and brother-in-law. I will miss you.
Betty Jean, I know what you are going through and wish I could be of more help. I am praying for you and your family. You know how much I valued Doug's friendship. May he rest in peace.
Deanna Bingley
January 4, 2017
Mr. Lanier was such a wonderful teacher! I tell stories of him to my children who are taking high school chemistry now. He was a blessing in my life. My condolences to the family.
Hope Cramer
January 4, 2017
There are no words to express our sorrow. Doug will be missed by the Wednesday lunch group. His family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Janet and hope cramer
Anton Ochss
January 4, 2017
There are teachers that you have and then there are teachers that change your life. Mr. Lanier was one that changed mine. From letting us watch the first space shuttle in April 1981 to his foresight in bringing computers into his classroom and letting me be his computer aide back in 1982 was the reason I chose my career path in computer science and still loving what I do today. Thank You Mr. Lanier.
Mark Schmidt
January 4, 2017
One of my favorite teacher at SHHS. I am sorry for your loss
Merle Loch
January 4, 2017
Our deepest and sincere sympathy on your loss. Many great memories from our years at Sterling Heights High School. Jan and Merle Loch
Marty& Henry Pichla
January 3, 2017
Betty Jean, we are so sorry to hear of your loss. It is times like this where we call upon God who will
walk beside us. Even in the midst of sorrow , God sends strength. God bless you, your family and friends. Sending prayers.
Joann Frances Frances
January 3, 2017
John Fodera and Joann Frances from the "Group" express our heartfelt condonances to Betty Jean and The Family. Truly, Doug will be missed.
Patt and Ed Matuszewski
January 3, 2017
Sorry for your loss. You have our deepest sympathy.
The Wujek-Calcaterra Family
January 4, 2017
May we continue to honor and respect all the lessons we have learned; acting as living symbols of a loving spirit. You are in our prayers.
Laura Hilts
January 3, 2017
My deepest condolenceses to Doug's family. I feel fortunate I had the opportunity to get to know him and his family over the past year. He had such a kind soul, with a witty and joking personality and always up for a game of cards. He will be greatly missed.
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