James Doukas

My most heartfelt condolences to the family of Colonial James Doukas. I am so sorry for your loss. I briefly served under Colonial Doukas in a minor staff position in 1982 during his tenure as DIVARTY Commander for the 4th ID. Though we didn´t cross paths often, he supported my request for reassignment to a Battalion that ultimately led to a branch transfer to the Chaplain Corps and many years of fruitful service. He was an outstanding officer respected by all. Respectfully submitted, CH...

COL Doukas was my hero! I served under him when he commanded 1-7 FA. A more professional, devoted, honest, and dependable man will never be found. The world has lost a treasure, but God has a new gunner in his midst. I remember when he chased me around the motor pool with a tanker´s bar when I played a little word game on him before a serious field evaluation. I remember when he spent countless months working to get me out of recruiting when he was in the 4th ID and we hadn´t spoken to each...

I remember my dad, Brig. Gen. Don Hartung spoke fondly of his friend, Col. Jim Doukas, and I know they spent many a morning at Eisenhower Golf Course passing that dollar bill back and forth. My mom Joyce, and I, send our condolences to Toni, Bill, Mimi, and the family; we are profoundly sorry for your loss.

The Buckley SFB military Retiree Activities Office (RAO) would like to offer our sincere condolences and our gratitude for Col Doukas´ distinguished service to our country in the Army. If you would like help with any matters related to casualty assistance, Defense Finance & Accounting Service, Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP), Veterans Affairs (VA), etc. you can contact our office on Buckley SFB at 720-847-6693 or [email protected]. The RAO is staffed by volunteers, all military retirees...