Doug A. de Lisle

I didn't keep in touch over the years and I should have ... Maybe then I would have known when he actually passed. I enjoyed Doug's company in late '92 and early '93 ... he directed the only two productions I was in while staying in New York ... MacBeth and Lisbon Traviata ... I wanted to reintroduce myself as Rhashanna Grant ... rather than the Robert Rutherford he knew me as. I am so sorry I missed you Doug ... You are a fond part of my memory and those are so far and few in between. You...

I am so sorry to hear that Doug has left us. He was a true professional and a true character of the finest play ever written.
I met Doug when he directed me in "Jeffrey". He never hesitated to say "Scarff you are far, far over the top". He was right and he will be missed by all who ever had the great opportunity to know him.
RIP

Dearest Doug,

My uncle, someone I will always have warm and loving thoughts of as a child. What fun we had when you came to babysit!! I will always remember the sparkle in your eyes and the warmth of your hugs. Laughter was a balm you readily applied to many family situations with your quick, sharp wit. These memories will be cherished forever. To Denise, God bless you for all you do and have done for your family. And thank you, Jean, for being there and helping our family during this...

It was hard to sit down and write this, as I cannot really believe you took your final "bow". I keep expecting you to jump out of the closet and say boo! You were the best prankster of all times...you did all things to the utmost! You were faithful to your family and you have left a BIG void in our lives and I am so grateful for the many funny (and sometimes not so funny) memories you have left for us to rehash and embelish...ah yes, you taught us to do that well too! I love you so...

Doug was truly one-of-a-kind. He exuded a joie du vivre of Falstaffian proportions -- opera, playing cards, good food, movies and of course ... Dracula. He didn't easily suffer hypocrits or the self-important, but he was tolerant of fools, and inexperienced (but aspiring) actors. Doug enriched my life greatly ... and my heart goes out to his friends and family. Rest in Peace, Doug

The thing I remember most about Doug was his laugh..... it was a deep laugh that was just contagious.... That's how I will remember him.... My thought go out to his family at this time....

One of my favorite moments onstage, I was lucky enough to share with Doug in Nellie Bly. My deepest sympathies to all of his family and friends. He was a truly great talent and a wonderful human being. I feel very fortunate to have known him. Rest in peace.

Doug,

You will be greatly missed in the opera world. Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family and friends at this time.

Sincerely,
Your friends at Lake George Opera

Doug,

Although I did not know you as well as I could have you definately made a lasting Impression on My life. My time with you during "Little Shop" was such a great time. You can rest now My friend, what a contribution you made to the world of theater and music. Thank You Friend.

Scott