Mary Dougall Obituary

On August 19, 2013, Mary Margaret (O'Malley) Dougall passed away at Hospice of Spokane after her long valiant battle with breast cancer. Mary was born on February 13, 1951 at Cherry Point, North Carolina and lived in Havelock, NC; Quantico, VA; Santa Ana and Truckee, CA; Hayden Lake and Coeur d'Alene, ID, Anchorage, AK, and Liberty Lake, WA. Mary loved life and was happiest when helping others. She felt blessed by her association with so many wonderful people that were such an important part of her journey.

After dating for seven years, Mary married the love of her life, Rod Dougall, on November 9, 1974 at St. Thomas Catholic Church in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. In 1975, Mary and Rod moved to Anchorage, Alaska and worked over thirty-five years in the oil industry. They returned to the beautiful northwest in 1989 but continued to commute to work in Prudhoe Bay, Alaska.

Mary is survived by her wonderful husband, Rod of Liberty Lake, WA; sister, Maureen Edgar (husband Robert) of Richland, WA; sister, Kathy Roberts and brother, Chuck O'Malley III of Liberty Lake, WA; brother, Patrick O'Malley (wife, Katya) of Orlando, Florida; mother-in-law, Maxine Dougall of Post Falls, ID; brothers-in-law, Randy (wife, Say Say) of Reno, NV, Scott and Todd Dougall of Post Falls, ID; nieces, Kathy Taylor, Katie O'Malley, Tammy Dougall, and Shannon Craig; and, nephews Bret Roberts, Paul and Tom Taylor, C.J. O'Malley IV, Conor O'Malley and Shawn Dougall.

Mary was preceded in death by her beloved parents, Chuck and Margaret O'Malley and cherished niece, Kara Roberts.

Mary wanted to thank Dr. Joni Nichols and Dr. Christopher Lee along with the staff of Cancer Care Northwest for their wonderful care and many kindnesses. She would also want to thank all the staff of Hospice of Spokane who helped at such a critical time.

A Memorial Service is planned for 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, August 24, 2013 at St. Thomas Catholic Church, 919 E. Indiana Ave., Coeur d'Alene, ID. English Funeral Chapel has been entrusted to handle final arrangements. Please visit Mary's online memorial at www.englishfuneralchapel.com.

In lieu of flowers please donate to Breast Cancer Research.

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Published by Anchorage Daily News from Aug. 22 to Aug. 23, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
for Mary Dougall

13 Entries

August 31, 2013

Rod,
I am so saddened to hear of Mary's death. I don't know if you remember me from your Slope days (I was security), but I remember the two of you so well. I can just picture both of you, even after all these years. I admired the two of you, as you seemed to be such a special couple, both together and individually. I loved Mary's beautiful spirit, which will live on in you, her family, friends, acquaintances, and even strangers. May The Lord hold you gently in His arms through this time.
My prayers are with you,
Janelle Ostlund

Fred and Debby McBride

August 31, 2013

Mary was a one of kind wonderful soul who we were proud to have as a friend. She will be sorely missed but heaven has received an angel. Our hearts weep for the family.

August 29, 2013

I was truly blessed to have been a part of her life, she will be missed and forever in my heart. I will miss you my sister.
Shawna Dougall Holguin

Lorna Sweet-Kendall

August 27, 2013

Rod - I have to share this we you as we read it at my sister, Deb and now My Friend, Mary's time:

The moment that you died, Our hearts split in two, The one side filled with memories, The other died with you. We often lay awake at night, When the world is fast asleep And take a walk down memory lane, With tear upon our cheeks. Remembering you is easy, We do it every day, But missing you is heartache, that never goes away. We hold you tightly within our hearts, and there you will remain. Life has gone on without you, But it will never be the same.

Abbie Howell Clifford

August 26, 2013

Though Mary & I worked together for only one year, we were friends for 30. I know that she touched countless lives, including mine, with her warmth, kindness, humor, generosity, and love. I will miss her laugh the most. The world is a lesser place without her.
My love to her husband & family & condolences.

Wendy Raver

August 25, 2013

Mary was a very special lady. It was a privilege to know her and an honor to call her my friend. I miss her very much.

Nancy Robertson

August 23, 2013

I always loved my time working with Mary, such a lovely, kind and talented woman. I am so very sorry for your loss and will miss her beautiful spirit.

TJ and Deborah Bourdon

August 23, 2013

We were blessed to have worked with Mary for many years, she was truly an amazing lady. Mary brought so many gifts to so many people. Always staying positive and living life even until the end; a most unique person. We send our thoughts of peace and courage to the family.
TJ and Deborah Bourdon

Jane Miller

August 22, 2013

I loved working with Mary but I was truly honored to call her my friend. I will miss her so very much.

Kathy Taylor

August 22, 2013

There was no one else like my Aunt Mary, some stars were extinguished in the sky the day she passed. Her love for her family and friends was like no other. She was so brave..my hero.

Trish McFarlin

August 22, 2013

Mary was a special person to all of us who knew her, we will miss her laughter and adventure for life.

Annette Mullen

August 22, 2013

I worked with Mary and it was such a pleasure. I am saddened to hear of her passing. Please know that we are so sorry for your loss and remember that memory is a way of holding onto the things you love, the things you are, the things you never want to lose. Death may leave a heartache no one can heal, but love leaves a memory no one can steal.

Brad Young

August 22, 2013

Many thoughts for family...Brad and Susan young.....eagle river, Ak

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