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Fort Collins - Douglas Mark McArthur, 75, of Fort Collins, died May 22, 2018 in Fort Collins.
He was born July 31, 1942 to David and Faith (Daggett) McArthur in Fort Collins. On July 7, 1978 he married Caroline Kay Wise in Lake Tahoe, Nevada.
Doug graduated from Fort Collins High School, Class of 1960. He spent his career in sales and management. He worked for Osborn Hardware, Diamond Lumber, Center Rental & Sales, RSC Equipment Rental and eventually retired from United Rentals. He was co-owner of R&R Surface Protectors for 20 years and then sole owner for the previous four years.
He loved to play pickleball with his family of friends at the Fort Collins Senior Center. Doug enjoyed camping, fishing, golf and Monday breakfast meetings with his long-time buddies. He was an avid Broncos fan, NASCAR fan (Petty#43) and enjoyed spending time with his family.
Doug is survived by his children Augie McArthur, Kristin Fisher, Cindy Habermehl, Lonni Buerger and Lance Hagans; his sister Beverly Woods; 10 grandchildren, one great-grandchild and many beloved nieces and nephews.
He is preceded in death by his wife, Caroline; his sister, Barbara Frawley; his sister, Joyce Stump and his parents, Faith and David McArthur.
A Celebration of Life reception will be held at 2 p.m., Saturday, June 2 at The Elks Lodge, 1424 E. Mulberry St, Fort Collins. Inurnment will be held at Grandview Cemetery in Fort Collins.
Online condolences may be made at www.marksfuneralservice.com.
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May 30, 2018
I saw Doug at our last 60 breakfast. I've known him since grade school. I thought he might teach me how to play pickle ball. And now he is gone. Way to quick and too soon. Sorry I can't be at the service, I will be in Wisconsin. Thoughts and prayers with his family and friends.
Bill Hunter
May 27, 2018
I've known Doug since grade school and we graduated from FCHS together in 1960. I would occasionally run in to him and his bride fishing in the Long Draw area when I was the on the Roosevelt National Forest 1961 thru 1966. I transferred out of state after that, but would see him at H.S. reunions, the "Monday morning breakfasts" and always the same friendly guy. It was a joy to know. Rest in peace my friend.
Sig G. Palm, Sheridan, WY
Sheila and Glenn Riedell
May 25, 2018
We met Doug about 2 years ago playing Pickleball at the Senior Center in Fort Collins. Doug was a gentle yet competitive person....so considerate and kind to all his fellow players and especially to my husband and myself who were learning the skill of this fun and exciting game.
Doug, you will be missed by all who looked forward to you being there early every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday with your wonderful smile and happy disposition. You helped to make our morning playing extra special.
We certainly will miss you!
Eve & Jim Clavette/Erhardt
May 25, 2018
Jim & I knew Doug from PB. Doug was normally one of the first to hit the courts and we joined him on many occasions.
He was an awesome, fun loving man and we, and our whole PB family, will miss him tremendously! He is no doubt up somewhere soliciting other angels to join him in a game of fun! He will stay in our hearts forever. Love that man!
Carol Strong
May 25, 2018
I miss him. He was the kindest, friendliest guy Ive ever played with on the pickleball court. Whether he was my partner or on the other side of the net, we always had fun. Ill be out of town on the 2nd, but Ill be thinking of him.
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