Douglas L. Demarest

Coming across Doug's name at work recently, and realized during the business of the day to day, I never sent or acknowledged my deep condolences.
I worked with Doug through Patagonia. I don't know if our published photographers ever really know how special they are to us, especially to Jane & myself.
We've shared our life over the phone with many, and in some ways, have been a sounding board & lifeline to them.
Doug was a true talent & good man. I'm sad for all those who Love him....

I came across Doug's name at work recently, and realized during the business of the day to day, I never sent or acknowledged my deep condolences.
I worked with Doug through Patagonia. I don't know if our published photographers ever really know how special they are to us, especially to Jane & myself.
We've shared our life over the phone with many, and in some ways, have been a sounding board & lifeline to them.
Doug was a true talent & good man. I'm sad for all those who Love him....

I will always remember the first time I met Doug in line to register for freshman year. I will miss him deeply and value the last photograph he gave me and send my heart felt condolences to his family. I have two 4 year olds myself and my heart goes out to you Kate, I wish I'd had a chance to meet you. Know that Doug was loved and that if you need anything there is a large Grinnell contingent ready to help. Love, Melanie Parson Short

I knew Doug very well during his time at OB. He was a great friend, we shared many adventures, and he was a mentor to me in all things whitewater. Doug was even kind enough to shoot the photography at my wedding. We lost touch over the years with exception of a chance meeting on the Kahiltna Glacier in 2006. I'm sure he was an inspiring Father. Words cannot express how sad this news is and I hope that his children will come to know him through his photography and stories from their Mother...

Doug was a very special friend to me in college and I so wish I had stayed in closer touch since then. To his family and current friends, I want to send love and condolences. He was sensitive, caring and compassionate. He was inspiring and adventurous. His spirit was unlike any other I have known this is a huge loss of the light Doug brought to this world.

Doug's father, Larry, was a good friend of mine at Plymouth Church in Minneapolis. I saw him and his sons on various occasions and in his home. I had great respect for Larry - and the way he cared for his family. I'm so saddened to learn of Doug's death. May your family know that there is a small cadre of Plymouth members who remember some of them with respect and delight. We are praying together for peace everywhere. Mary Lou Judd Carpenter

I'm so saddened to hear of Doug's passing. Doug was a very good friend of mine at Grinnell and I have many cherished memories of times spent with him. His adventurous spirit will certainly be missed. My heart goes out to his family--mother, brother, wife and small children. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

I worked with Doug at YMCA Camp Camp Widjiwagan. He had a bright engaging smile, a playful attitude and a wonderful gift for putting his campers at ease. He was a kind and loving young man and he will be missed. - Karen Pick

I miss his smile and mischief and am sorry we lost touch. He was one of a kind. My heart goes out to his family.

Malia (a college friend)