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John H. Douglas Jr.

1945 - 2011

BORN

1945

DIED

2011

John Douglas Obituary

John H. Douglas Jr. passed away Sunday, Sept. 25, 2011, following a courageous four-year battle with cancer. Memorial service: 6:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 2, at Zion Baptist Church, 4100 Horn St., Fort Worth. John was born Jan. 12, 1945. Survivors: His wife of 39 years, Joyce LaMothe; mother, Bertha Douglas; son, Adolfo Douglas (Ledy); daughter, Nikita Davis; brother, John L. Clay; sisters, Essie Fletcher and Earnestine Jones (Wesley); granddaughters, Shai', Taylor and Lundon; and loving nieces, nephews and cousins.

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Published by Star-Telegram from Sep. 27 to Oct. 1, 2011.

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Joyce LaMothe Douglas

September 25, 2012

John,
Today marks the first year of your departure. We have thought about you often, and shared quite a few humorous stories about our lives/family.
You would haved loved to have met your new grandson, TJ. He is a happy, healthy and very busy little fellow! You would smile if you saw his big, bright eyes!!
I will always remember our last four days together and how meaningful they were for us.
You will never be forgotten!!!!!!

Your wife,

Renee Collins

January 14, 2012

Happy Birthday John!!!

January 12, 2012

Daddy/Poppy

Today, January 12 would have been your 67 birthday. We wish you were here so we could celebrate this day with you.

Love you always,

Nikita, Shai', Taylor & Lundon

December 26, 2011

Dear Daddy/Poppy,

We certainly missed your smiling face this Christmas. Christmas was just not the same without you. We think about you every day. You are always in our prayers and hearts. You may be gone from us, but you will never be forgotten!!!!

Love always,

Nikita, Shai', Taylor, and Lundon

Dolores Garza

November 30, 2011

Dear Douglas family,
I worked with John when I was a grad student and employed at Home Depot (way back when there were 24 hour stores) in North Richland Hills. I was very pleased when I saw him a few years ago at the Depot near my house on the East side. He discussed his cancer and was very upbeat as usual. John was always a nice and very decent man. I appreciated his management style and overall intellect about people. He taught us much about working with the public and with others. Good people like John are missed but not forgotten. Again, my deepest sympathy for your loss.

November 24, 2011

Dear Dad/Poppy...This is our first Thanksgiving with out you. You are here with us in spirt. We miss you, gone but never forgotten.

Nikita, Shai, Taylor & Lundon

Carolyn

November 8, 2011

Adolfo
I am so sorry

October 18, 2011

Joyce, I am praying for your continued strength during your time of bereavement. Just know that your memories and deep love for John will overshadow the pain of his loss as time passes.
Etta & Wilbert Pegues, Houston, TX

Sharon Tate Stone

October 5, 2011

To Adolfo and the Douglas Family....You have our deepest sympathy. Adolfo we love you and we are praying for you all.

October 2, 2011

From a high school rival to a college (T.S.U.) room mate and team mate, I really grew to know " Blue" as a true friend. A great person and athlete, but even a better friend. Ms. Douglas (mother) and Mrs. Douglas (wife), the children and the entire family, continue to look to the hills, God will take care of you.

Ronald Bailey
'63 M.L.Kirkpatrick

WILLIAM LEWIS

October 1, 2011

TO JOHN AND BROTHER JOHN,L CLAY LOOK TO THE HILLS WHERE COMES OUR OF OUR HELP I PRAY THAT YOU FIND CONFORT AND CLOSURE IN THE FACT THAT THE LORD NEVER MAKES A MISTAKE. YOUR FRIEND AND AMERICAN LEGION BUDDY WILLIAM D LEWIS

Naomi Koita

September 30, 2011

I am so sad but i also know that you were in a lot of pain. I loved you like a father and I will never forget about you, hope you see Brenda Thomas,she also loved you like a father , rest in peace in the hands of God.

SHAVONDA COLLINS

September 30, 2011

JOHN THE MANY LESSONS U TAUGHT US ALL WILL BE REMEMBERED....YOU WERE A GREAT AND WISE MAN AND WILL ALWAYS BE IN OUR HEARTS EAST FORT WORTH HOME DEPOT 6534

~Cathy & Tonya Knight family~

September 29, 2011

Keeping the entire family in our thoughts and prayers. God will give you the strength you need. Weeping may endure for a night but JOY commth in the morning...

September 29, 2011

John your demanor of life will always be remember in our heart. The class of 63 will always remember your smile and great sportsmanship.John your pains are overbe at rest and peace. class of 63

Robert Brown

September 29, 2011

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

September 29, 2011

Extending condolences to the Douglas Family. May God wrap your family in His arms and comfort you through your bereavement. He will sustain you through this and the days to come.

Patricia Lacy-Burks

Bill Newby

September 29, 2011

I always thought so much of you.I will always remember the night you took me to the hospital when I was injured by a forklift at work.We all missed you when you left Home Depot 540.My deepest sympathy to the family.

Anthony Byrd

September 28, 2011

We'll miss you Uncle Junior. Anthony, Sonyia, Orion and Robert Byrd

R. LaVerne Brooks

September 28, 2011

To the entire Family --- Please know that you have my deepest sympathy... Treasure the memories... God is an AWESOME COMFORTER...Indeed, " The Lord is our Shepherd" ... Psalm 23

Cathy King

September 28, 2011

John, I am grateful that I had the opportunity to know you. This Home Depot friend will never forget you.

James Nolly JR

September 28, 2011

To the Douglas family, My heart felt sympathy go out to you in your hour of Bereavement.God will continue to take care of you.John and I wer classmates(1963)Como high.
James Nolly JR

September 28, 2011

My deepest condolences to the family. John was always an inspriation for me, from the 1st grade to Texas Southern University, to the New Orleans Saints, to the Houston Oilers and beyond. You truly answered your calling and served as an excellent role model for all of the community of Lake Como. Houston will truly miss you. God Bless you and your family. Your loved ones from Houston.

Ned Lacy

Rose Kitchen

September 28, 2011

Joyce, Nikki and the girls:
My prayers and thoughts are with you in the loss of John. I can remember when you and John started dating. I know this will leave a void, but know that God will ease all of your pain and sorrow. Just remember the good times you all shared. I have walked in your shoes, so you definitely have my sympathy and prayers.

gus alaman

September 28, 2011

We offer our deepest regret for your loss. John was a constant in our lives growing up in Como. We know that we will all be together again free of all pain and suffering. Augustus Alaman Jr. & family

Herman Hill

September 28, 2011

Please allow me to extend my personal and heartfelt condolences to the Douglas family! As a 1964 graduate of Como High School and band member, I remember his high school athlete accomplishments. He was truly something special and I know he will be missed terribly. God's grace and comfort to all that knew and loved him. Celebrate his memory like he led his life...with great notice and appreciation.

Leslie Alaman

September 28, 2011

Wow, probably the greatest athlete to ever come thru Como High...and played for the New York Giants...my brother Lloyd was on that state championship team with him. Blue will NEVER be forgotten...not by me......MAN, QB, point guard, track/hurdles, tennis, but better than that, a superior human being

Elena Vasquez

September 27, 2011

John your memory and words of wisdom will always live on in my heart.The Home Depot will not be the same with out you. You will be missed by many.. My deepest condolences to your family God Bless You!

Renee Collins

September 27, 2011

My deepest condolences to your family John. You will be missed. I would have liked to say Goodbye, yet I know you are in the Arms of God and out of pain. It gives me peace to know that Brenda, Gayla and Francis were there to meet you.
I have never met a greater Man and I look forward to seeing you again. May God comfort and hold your family through this time of need. Continue to watch over all of us. We love you. Rest in Peace.

sebastian

September 27, 2011

you are my Hero!!! you came to work always,EVEN under a lot a pain,I know there is a Home depot in heaven waiting for you.......You will be missed in this one.

Marsha Henton-Suber

September 27, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Donna

September 27, 2011

John your pain is over. You are in God's hands now. You'll never be forgotten.

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