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Douglas Stoddard Obituary
Douglas Lawrence Stoddard, 87, beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, passed away October 4, 2011 after an extended illness. Douglas is remembered for his love of the outdoors, especially fishing. He also loved baseball, was a little league coach for many years, and enjoyed skiing with his family.
He was born October 9, 1923 in Reno, Nevada, son of Lawrence E. and Alice Johnson Stoddard. He served a short term in the US Army in 1946. Married and sealed to Orlene D. Rickenbach in 1947 and she remained his sweetheart for 64 years. They were blessed with 5 children, 22 grandchildren, and 18 great-grandchildren. He held many positions in the church including elder's quorum president, branch president, high priest group leader, sealer in the temple and a mission with his wife to Sydney, Australia.
Survived by his wife, Orlene; children: Susan Silcock, Connie and Steve Miller, Larry and Debbie Stoddard, Diane and Alan Rogers, Chris and Wendy Stoddard; grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by his parents.
Funeral services will be held Monday, October 10, 2011, 1:00 p.m. at the Taylorsville Gardens 1st Ward, 4252 South Bennion Road (1905 West). Viewings will be held Sunday, 5-7 p.m. at McDougal Funeral Home 4330 South Redwood Road and Monday at the church, 12-12:45 p.m. Interment, Valley View Memorial Park.
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Alan Spade
October 17, 2011
Dear Chris, Diane and the rest of the Stoddard family. I just found out about your dad and would have given anything to be there. My love does out to you and I know from experience that the love from family, friends and your Heavenly Father really do help ease the pain. I miss you and my prayers are with you.
Jon Staples
October 10, 2011
Chris and Wendy and Family,
Our condolances go out to you and your family. We understand the loss that is felt when a loved on passes away no matter how long they live. We appreciate your family, your example, and your high school friendship. May the Lord's choices blessing be upon you as you receive comfort from the Holy Ghost at this time.
Your friends---Jon and Denice Staples
Mark Slight
October 8, 2011
Dear Wendy and Chris,
Please accept my condolences at the passing of your father. May our Heavenly Father's peace and comfort be with you and your family during this tender time.
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