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Douglas Vogel Obituary

Douglas E. Vogel, Jr., formerly of Thomas Mills, Pa., died unexpectedly of natural causes April 3, 2008, at his home in Kansas City, Mo. Born Sept. 7, 1972, in Johnstown, Pa., the son of Douglas E. Sr. and Mary F. (Grasser) Vogel. Preceded in death by grandparents, James and Martha (Trevorrow) Grasser and aunt, Martha Ellen Grasser. Survived by parents of Thomas Mills; sister, Jennifer, married to Terry Sleasman, Tire Hill, Pa.; niece and nephew, Melissa and Nicholas Sleasman; grandparents, Edward J. and Lila R. (Moschgat) Vogel, Johnstown; and aunts, Aleta Rae Vogel and Laura Theofanous. A 1990 graduate of Johnstown, PA Vo-Tech and attended the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown for four years. Accomplished in several languages and traveled extensively across Europe and Asia. Employed as a software engineering leader for the Computer Science Corp., Kansas City. Viewing from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, at Hoffman Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 109 Church Rd., Davidsville, Pa. Viewing also from 10 a.m. until the time of service 11 a.m. Wednesday, at the Dunmyer Evangelical Lutheran Church, 547 Schoolhouse Rd., Richland Township, Nila Coogan, Pastoral Leader, officiating. Following cremation, interment at the Thomas Mennonite Cemetery at the convenience of the family. Memorials to the Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh Foundation, Cystic Fibrosis, 1251 Waterfront Place, Fifth Floor, Pittsburgh, PA 15222 would be appreciated.

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Published by Kansas City Star on Apr. 7, 2008.

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Jeremy Turner

April 8, 2008

I remember back in the 80's hanging around Doug. I am so sorry to hear about Doug's passing. Please know that your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.

Joe Allen

April 8, 2008

Long summers with BB guns and whiffle ball bats are how I choose to remember my childhood and Doug will always be a part of those memories.

We both grew up and learned of life away from Thomas Mills but whenever I need to be reminded of the innocence and sheer joy of a childhood spent in that tiny, wonderful place, I think of those days and smile.

You will be missed old friend.

Keith Botley

April 7, 2008

Doug,
I will always remember you as being brilliant at many levels, loyal and gracious to your friends with a keen wit and an outrageously funny sense of humor. You had a knack for making people smile and the generosity you displayed by sharing your talents made a lasting impression.

You will be missed DV

Your friend K-Bot

Walter & Beverly Turner

April 7, 2008

Our prayers and thoughts are with your family at this time. We have many fond memories of Doug from over the years.

Tim Bachta

April 7, 2008

Doug, It was a pleasure knowing you. You were a brilliant and funny guy who had a great way of keeping things light. Your time with us was too short but you made an impact on all of us. God bless.

Fred Harper

April 7, 2008

Doug is truly one of the most unique and talented people I ever had to pleasure to meet. His intensity in pursuing quality software solutions for the US Marine Corps was equaled by his passion to live life with passion and gusto. I don't know which side of Doug made us prouder - coming up with an innovative solution to a problem, qualifying for the World Series of Poker or the video of his visit to the shooting range during his trip to Las Vegas. I always appreciated his dedication in the work we do here at CSC in support of our Marines.

April 7, 2008

Pictures of Doug

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Seth Phillips

April 7, 2008

My boy DV...Jen and I will never forget you. You brought so much joy to our family, and I am glad we had 5 fun years of ballgames, beers and laughs.

Dennis & Phyllis Weaver

April 7, 2008

Doug and Mary, our prayers are with you, may God provide the srength needed to see you through this tragic time in your life.
Denny & Phyllis Weaver
York,PA.

Melissa Sackett

April 7, 2008

My deepest condolence to Doug Vogel's family and friends.

May God be with you and comfort you in your time of sorrow.

Stuart Cooper

April 7, 2008

Doug,
I always appreciated your keen insight and sense of humor. I will miss you. Your family is in our prayers.

Steve Almasy

April 6, 2008

I worked with Doug in Atlanta and he was a great co-worker. It was a tough job at CNNSI.com, as we were kinda pioneers in this Internet thing, but Doug was always willing to do what he had to do to get the job done. He was really, really good at what he did. I am sorry for his family's loss and I feel as if I have also lost something.

Nancy Sitorius

April 6, 2008

To the Vogel Family.... My deepest sympathy is with you at this very difficult time... May your treasured memories of your dear son and brother along with God's strenght comfort you...Your son was truly an inspiration to my son John Anderson..

Jerry & Carole Ivory

April 6, 2008

We are so sorry to hear about Doug's passing. Please know that you and Mary are in our thoughts and prayers.

Jennifer Sleasman

April 6, 2008

Your journey is done and you are home, brother. I love you and will always miss you.

Jennifer

John Anderson

April 5, 2008

Doug, Thank you for being such a great and generous friend! We had many good times together and I will always treasure our times we shared and will always remember your bright smile and the twinkle in those big baby blue eyes. You were one of the most intelligent people I've ever met yet you were so humble and gracious. You will live on in the hearts and minds of family and friends for years to come! Thank you for showing us how to live every moment to its fullest! I hope you know that I always looked up to you as the older brother I never had! God Bless you DV! Rest In Peace my friend

Jessica Anderson

April 5, 2008

Doug will be greatly missed by his friends in Kansas City - he was a unique and fun guy.

His family is in our prayers.

Aimee (Adams) Carper

April 5, 2008

I graduated high school with Doug. I really didn't know him in high school, but when I met him at our 15th reunion I realized what a nice guy he really was. I am truly sorry for your loss.

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