Photo courtesy of Chambers Funeral Homes - North Olmsted
North Olmsted, Ohio
May 8, 1942 – Apr 5, 2023
DOUGLAS J. FAIRBAIRN, age 80, dearly beloved husband of 59 years to Margaret "Peggy" (nee Spuhler); loving father of Colleen Murray (Michael), Bryan (Beverly), Stacy Dever (Michael) and Sean (Dani); proud Grandpa of 14 and great-Grandpa of 1; brother of Barbara Montang (deceased) (Dale), James (deceased) (Carol) and Fran Sauer (Robert, M.D., deceased); brother-in-law of Ron Spuhler (deceased) (Diane), Michael Spuhler (Sandi) and James Spuhler (deceased) (Linda); much-loved uncle, cousin and dear friend of many. Passed away April 5, 2023. Funeral Mass Wednesday, April 12, The Church of St. Clarence (30106 Lorain Rd.) at 10:30 A.M. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery. Friends may call at CHAMBERS FUNERAL HOME of NORTH OLMSTED, 29150 LORAIN RD. AT STEARNS RD., TUESDAY 4-8 P.M. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Monastery of the Poor Clares, 3501 Rocky River Dr., Cleveland, OH 44111.
The Funeral Mass will be livestreamed on the Chambers Funeral Homes Facebook page (link to our Facebook page below):
https://www.facebook.com/Chambers-Funeral-Homes-1560347080741913
Read MoreDear Peggy, My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Doug was such a happy-go-lucky kind of guy, always with a great smile. May he rest in peace.
Carole Mencin
April 14, 2023 | Friend
Condolences to Peggy and all the family on the sad passing off Doug , just talking about the memories at graceanns and gavins wedding ,thank you for the memories to ye both, RIP friend
Willie ,@Dolores Mccann
April 12, 2023 | Sligo Ireland | Friend
Dear Fairbairn family....my deepest sympathies on your loss. I hope that the good memories provide comfort in this difficult time. You all are in my prayers.
John Reilly
April 12, 2023 | Avon, OH | Friend
Dear Peggy Terry and I are so sad to hear of Doug´s passing. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. He will be in our thoughts and prayers with all the memories of happy days. Jim and Terry
Jim Kelly
April 12, 2023
Doug was a fine man. A gentleman if there ever was one, devoted to his wife and family. We will miss him. RIP Dougie!
Hans Bosse
April 12, 2023 | Stamford, CT | Family
Peggy and family, I’m so saddened and shocked to learn of Doug’s passing. I’ll always remember his happy demeanor and his infectious laugh. Great family memories at the Bay! Peggy, my heart goes out to you at this most difficult time. Rest in Peace Doug. And may God Bless you Peggy.
Gail Terry
April 12, 2023 | Friend
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Gail Terry-Howard
April 12, 2023 | Stow, OH | Friend
Sincere sympathy to all the family and friends on the sad passing of Doug, may he Rest In Peace. He was a welcoming person with a big smile.
Seamus, Bridgie and Family, Achill
April 11, 2023
Peggy and family my prayers are with you all. Doug was an incredible neighbor in North Olmsted, beloved by children and adults with his kindness and outgoing nature. There is another star in heaven now.
Nanette Galysh
April 11, 2023 | Other
