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Douglas McTaggart Obituary
AGE: 56 • Old Bridge
Douglas McTaggart, 56, passed away suddenly on the morning of April 10th, he will be greatly missed by his friends and family. Doug was born in the Bronx, NY where he lived with his family for five years before moving to Matawan, NJ where he was a life long resident and the owner of The Dougout for 27 years. Doug was a huge baseball lover, with a deep passion for the New York Yankees.
Doug is predeceased by his mother, Alice McTaggart; and his brother Gordon McTaggart. He is survived by his father, John McTaggart; his son John McTaggart; his sister, Tammy Ward and her husband Frank Ward; his sister, Debbie Carroll; his sister, Heather Lanzaro and her husband Larry Lanzaro; his nieces, Jessie Ward and Maryalice Carroll; his nephews, Dylan Ward and Joseph Lanzaro; as well as many other dear family and friends.
A memorial gathering will be held for Doug at the Washington Engine Company No. 1 Fire House on Monday, April 13th, from 3 pm to 7 pm. A Mass of Christian Burial for Doug will be held at St. Clement Roman Catholic Church at 172 Freneau Avenue, Matawan, NJ on Tuesday April 14th at 11:00 am. In lieu of flowers, family and friends can make donations in Doug's name to the Washington Engine Company No. 1 Fire House at 176 Jackson Street, Matawan, NJ.
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Memories and Condolences
for Douglas McTaggart
Michael Bucco
April 6, 2020
Miss ya pal
Tony & Meg Ferrano Sama
April 15, 2015
Tony & I were saddened to hear about Doug. He was such a nice guy. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family. May God Bless and rest his soul!
Colleen Havecker
April 14, 2015
Rest in Peace
Tom Martin
April 14, 2015
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Mike Cannon
April 14, 2015
One of my first friends at the Strathmore Swim Club. Boy did we have fun back then.
R.I.P. my friend.
Theresa Fowler
April 14, 2015
I am so, sorry to hear this.... Thoughts and prayers for family and friends. We have lost a great man.
Patrick Cleary
April 13, 2015
Doug has one of the earliest friends I can remember. We were all part of the Bronx influx to Strathmore in the early days.
Too young .... my thoughts and prayers to the McTaggart clan
Al & Sue Beninato
April 13, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this most difficult time.
John Cook
April 13, 2015
My sincere condolences to Doug's family during this difficult time. A finer person I never met.
Renee Moscatello
April 13, 2015
My thoughts and my heart are with you, John, and with all of your family. Your dad will be missed by so many people. Keep him alive in your heart every day.
Bob Reedy
April 13, 2015
Another Legend Lost Too Early. Doug You Were A Great Friend to All That You Met On Your Journey Thru Life. RIP Doug In The Doug-Out In The Sky.
Joanna Tipple
April 13, 2015
From an old classmate: Condolences to you and your family Tammy.
Joanna Tipple (Jo-Ann Mandel)
Dawn & James Nicora-Snyder
April 13, 2015
God Bless the MCTAGGART family during this most difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Audrey Conlon-Downey
April 13, 2015
Too sad and too soon...Doug was a sweet funny guy with a big heart. I hope that he is hanging out with all of his Yankee besties now.
Bob Chirco
April 13, 2015
This Bud's for you Doug, a great friend with a kind heart that will be missed but never forgotten.
A Friend
April 13, 2015
My deepest sympathy on the loss of Doug. Doug was such a fun loving guy, with a wonderful smile and a great sense of humor.
Watch over your sisters and friends.
You will be missed Doug!
Susan & Gary Petrizzo
April 12, 2015
Doug & I have ALWAYS had a VERY SPECIAL relationship ,he was always so much more then a friend to me ,and SOOOO much more like a BROTHER.We shared ALOT throughout our lives & years TOGETHER (GOOD TIMES & BAD) I will ALWAYS remember you FONDLY & with a smile on my face.You will ALWAYS & FOREVER LIVE IN MY HEART!!!!! GOD BLESS YOU & YOUR FAMILY. xoxoxooxoxo
April 12, 2015
Such sad news, Doug was a great guy, fun to be around and loved by so many. prayers to your family for comfort. may God be waiting to welcome you with open arms xoxo
Mike Hynes
April 12, 2015
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Tom & Rose Carr, Sr.
April 12, 2015
The McTaggart Family
We are so sorry to hear about Doug. Our thoughts and prayers be with all of you.
John Wiberg
April 12, 2015
Please accept my condolences. Doug was one of the finest men I've ever met. He always made me laugh. Rest easy my friend. I'll pray for you and yours. GM John
Bill White
April 12, 2015
Doug will be misse.
Bruce & Linda Monro
April 12, 2015
Doug was one Terrific Guy and our prayers go out to his family.
Michael Bucco
April 12, 2015
To the entire Mctaggart Family,
You have my deepest sympathy's I am so sorry to hear of Doug's passing. Doug was a great friend to myself and my Family, I will truly miss him...He was always there for a friend when you needed him, may he rest in peace.
Daryl T
April 11, 2015
To Doug's Family. Doug was super nice man and a gentleman. He will be missed greatly at work. It was a pleasure knowing him. I am sorry for your loss.
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