Photo courtesy of Swartz Funeral Home - Flint
Davison, Michigan
1942 - 2019
GOODING, Douglas H. - Of Davison, age 76, died Monday, January 7, 2019 at McLaren-Flint.
Funeral service will be held 1pm Saturday, January 12, 2019 at the Swartz Funeral Home, 1225 West Hill Road, Flint,
Pastor Jack Dowden officiating.
Burial in Flint Memorial Park.
Contributions may be made to Lapeer County Hockey Association.
Visitation 4-8pm Thursday and 10am-2pm and 4-8pm Friday at the funeral home.
Douglas was born in Flint on December 2, 1942, the son of Harold and Ardith (Martin) Gooding. On August 24, 1963, he married Joyce M. Wegner in Gladwin, Michigan. Douglas retired from General Motors AC Spark Plug and was a member of UAW Local #651. He loved watching his grandchildren play hockey and baseball.
Surviving are wife, Joyce;
daughter, Laurie and husband Scott Davis of Goodrich;
grandchildren, Joey, Justin, Jordan and Jaden;
great-grandchildren, Aksel and Lillian;
brother, Jeff and wife Rebecca Gooding of Davison;
and nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his daughter, Lisa.
So sorry to here of Doug's passing. We (Brugger family) talked about our memories with your family oh so many years ago. Doug was such a friend to my dad (Aden Brugger) when he was going thru tough health issues...I'm sure they are in heaven laughing and playing golf. Your in our prayers! Aden Brugger family.
Vicki Brugger
January 15, 2019 | Harrisin, MI
Joyce,
Sorry to hear of Doug's passing. Bob Young told me about it just yesterday. Had many years knowing Doug. Remember when they moved to the house on Chaple Dam rd. School bus rides to school. Outings on the week-ends.
Ushered for our wedding. Last seen him at our 50th high school class reunion. Talked for 3 hours. One always looks back and wishes we had spent more time together in these later years. He sure looks good in the picture. Seems it wasn't his time to go yet,...
George Flach
January 15, 2019 | Midland, MI | Friend
I was so sorry to hear of the recent death of Doug. I worked with Doug at AC in the QWL program and always respected his contribution to this joint initiative between AC and UAW Local 951.
Dennis Seeley
January 11, 2019 | Port Charlotte, FL | Coworker
I always enjoyed our Birthday lunches but what I remember most was Doug's passion to help people. My condolences to his family
Rod Kelley
January 11, 2019 | Flushing, MI | Friend
We are saddened to learn that Doug is no longer with us in this life. We are remembering in our prayers Laurie and her immediate family as they grieve the loss of his loving presence.
Vance and Marsha Wegner
January 10, 2019 | Meridian, ID | Family
R.I.P. Doug, you will be missed ,sorry we didn't get more time for family events.
Christine Geiser-Rich
January 10, 2019 | Applegate, MI | Family
We are so very sorry for your loss. I know he will be fondly remembered and greatly missed. His family and friends are in our prayers. With deepest, sincere sympathy. Cheryl and Shirley Grant
Cheryl Grant
January 10, 2019 | Davison, MI
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Sundy Geiser
January 10, 2019 | Port Sanilac, MI | Family
I'm so sorry for your loss. I enjoyed talking with Doug at the visitation when my Mom passed away.
Brian Wolfe
January 09, 2019 | Saginaw, MI