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Douglas Roper Obituary

Douglas Roper, 66, of Haddam, beloved husband of Amy Roper, died suddenly at his home on Tuesday October 23, 2018. Funeral services will be private. Memorial contributions may be sent to Haddam Historical Society P.O. Box 97 Haddam, CT 06438. To share memories or express condolences online please visit www.biegafuneralhome.com.

Published by Hartford Courant on Nov. 1, 2018.
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Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
From a motorcycling friend.

Tom& Barbara Bailey

November 18, 2018

We will miss Doug's humor, wit, cleverness, humility, kindness, and most of all his presence in our lives. He touched the hearts of many, and for that we are all grateful.

With deepest sympathy,
Chris and Nura Alexy

November 9, 2018

Amy, I am shocked. My most sincere condolences, I will always remember Douglas as a gentleman and motorcycle enthusiast. He had a wonderful passion and was always fun to talk to whenever I bumped into him at neighborhood and town events. Jody Lynn

November 1, 2018

Please accept my deepest and heartfelt sympathy. I am so sorry for your loss. May the God who binds up the broken-hearted comforts all who mourn sustain your family during this challenging time.(Isaiah 61: 1,2.) Sincerely.

November 1, 2018

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