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Douglas FORSYTH Obituary
It is with heavy hearts and deep sorrow that the family announces the sudden passing of our much loved Doug on Friday, June 6, 2014. Doug will be deeply missed by his caring wife Janet; his children, Andrew and Natalie, his pride and joy whom he loved more than life itself; and the family pet, his beloved dog Annie. Doug will also be missed by his loving parents, Gregory and Nan; his sister Jane (Greg) and their children, Michelle (Brandon) and Stephen; Janet's mother Yvonne Morin; and siblings, Korey (Ian), Kevin (Bonnie) and Joy (Dean); as well as many cousins, nieces and nephews. Doug was a popular uncle, friend and co-worker. Everyone loved and respected his quick wit, his ease of conversation, and his curiosity and love of learning, which he has instilled in his children. Doug loved all sports, participating in many, and also took great joy in watching his children in many varied activities. He was a proud native Calgarian, attending Henry Wise Wood High School. Doug was a graduate of the University of Lethbridge. Very active in community affairs, Doug was a long-time volunteer with the Calgary Stampede. He was a member of the Calgary Golf and Country Club and the Glencoe Club. He worked for many years at Pattison Outdoor Advertising where he had a long and distinguished career. Honouring Doug's request, a Private Family Celebration of his life will be held. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Doug's name to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Alberta, NWT and Nunavut, 100, 119 - 14 Street NW, Calgary, AB T2N 1Z6, Tel: 403-264-5549, www.heartandstroke.ab.ca or to the Calgary Humane Society, 4455 110 Avenue SE, Calgary, AB T2C 2T7, Tel: 403-205-4455, www.calgaryhumane.ca. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family by visiting leydens.com.
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Karen Hope
September 18, 2014
I have just heard about Doug's passing. I feel so bad for his whole family and close friends. We met back when he worked for Hook Outdoor as a saleman. He would light up a room with his humor and everyone liked him. A great loss for his children to miss out on being raised by such a lovely man.
Caroline Stephenson
July 2, 2014
Nan and Greg, my heart is breaking for you, I am just devastated. There are no words that will comfort you at this time I'm sure, but know that I am thinking of you and sending my love. Doug and I shared a remarkable bond all those years ago, and I am happy to say we remained friends until the end. I had the upmost respect for him, and appreciated his quick wit and sense of humour even when we were at our lowest points. He will leave a hole in the hearts of my children, who are equally devastated that 'Uncle Doug' is gone. He was a big part of our lives, and we will never forget him.
To Janet, Andrew, Natalie, my thoughts are with you. Although I never got to know you, Doug always spoke about all of you with so much pride and love.
Heartfelt sympathies. My thoughts are with you.
Melissa Kimbrough Beardsly
July 2, 2014
I feel so privileged to have met him. What a remarkable man. Much love to you all. xx
Andrew Smith
July 2, 2014
I'm so glad I got to spend some time with him twice in recent times. He was a wonderful man, father & husband. My sympathies as he was one of those guys that will leave a hole for sure.
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Gayle Bacon Smith
July 2, 2014
I'm so sorry for your loss. He was a lovely, kind gentleman and he will be sorely missed xx
Simon Beardsley
July 2, 2014
Very sad news. One of the most stand up guys I've ever known. He stood his ground when most would run. I will always have my respect for what he gave to my sister. I will miss the big guy.
DOREEN & COLIN CATLEY
June 26, 2014
BELATED CONDOLENCED TO GREG & NAN ON YOUR LOSS. OUR THOUGHTS & PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AT THIS VERY DIFFICULT TIME.
June 26, 2014
Greg and Nan: Please accept my belated condolences regarding Doug's passing. Words cannot express how saddened I am to hear of your loss. Please know I will keep the family in my thoughts and prayers. Barb Kerley - Roxboro House.
Rebecca Warrington
June 26, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers go to you all that most terrible time.
God Bless
Maureen Beardsley
June 26, 2014
My sincere condolences Janet, Andrew and
Natalie. Doug played a large part in our lives, in his U of L days, and he will always be loved and missed by my family. He was a wonderful character,who' s memory will stay with us.
June 25, 2014
Greg and Nan: Our belated condolences to the Forsyth family on the passing of their beloved son,Doug. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Justice Carolyn Phillips and John Cordeau, QC
Karyn (Eva) Knight
June 24, 2014
Janet, Andrew and Natalie,
Words cannot express the sadness I felt for you when I learned of Doug's sudden passing. I can't begin to imagine what you are feeling or going through, but my thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Martha McCullagh (kashmanian)
June 20, 2014
I am so saddened by this news. I worked with Doug at Hook and could always hear him walking in the halls with his clicking ankles. Funny what you remember. He was always smiling and easy to work with. I really admired his business style and integrity. I hope his family can heal and find peace and live again. God bless.
June 16, 2014
I met Doug years ago when I went on a trip to Calgary for Pattison Outdoor's Transit Division.
He was a man who garnered your respect immediately, and was all about integrity and ethics....definitely what the world needs more of...
I think back fondly of my trip "out west", and Doug is part of those wonderful memories.
Gone too soon.
Deep condolences to his family.
Heather Baird
Toronto
June 16, 2014
Nan and Greg
We were saddened to hear of Doug's death. No words can ease your loss. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Dorothy and Suzanne Parkinson
June 15, 2014
Just returned from three weeks vacation to hear this very sad news. Doug was a great friend and one of the good guys of the world. He loved to talk about his family, sports, politics, Calgary and about life. I have enjoyed those conversations for nearly 40 years and will deeply miss them. Our thoughts and prayers are with Janet, Andrew and Natalie and with the Forsyth family. Brett Loney and Karen Shewbridge, Halifax.
June 14, 2014
Our deepest condolences to your family...
Henry,Will,Andrew,Fiona and Dave McKean
Debbie and Trent Balog
June 14, 2014
Janet, Andrew and Natalie... Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this incredibly difficult time. Our fond memories of Doug will forever remain in our hearts.
Kathy Mendham
June 14, 2014
Janet, Andrew and Natalie, you are in our thoughts and prayers and we will all miss Doug greatly. I always enjoyed running into him at the Glencoe and catching up. We were blessed to have known him. Kathy Mendham and family
Pat Sullivan
June 13, 2014
My deepest sympathies to Doug's family. He was a true gentleman and a very kind person. I met Doug when he was at Hook Outdoor Advertising and continued to work with him for many years. He was one of a kind and he will be missed, a lot!
Sheila Witt
June 13, 2014
All of us at Pattison are heart broken with the passing of Doug. Working with Doug again was one of the main reasons I came back to Pattison. Every week through the winter months we would compare our kids hockey stories. We were always laughing. He had such a great sense of humor and he was so proud of his children. He was a good friend and a great mentor. My heartfelt condolences to you Janet, and to the kids. We will miss him, but we have amazing memories and he will always be in our hearts.
Graeme Dick
June 13, 2014
Doug, or Skip as I came to know him through Darrel and Richard, was an incredibly warm man. I liked him immediately. Will always have fond memories of our golf trips together. So sorry for your loss.
Lisa, Neville, Damon, Max, Marin, Neve & Ryann Fleck/Jugnauth
June 12, 2014
Janet, Andrew and Natalie - so sorry for your loss. We will all miss Doug so much. You could always count on him for a smile and a joke. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Shane & Tammy Menard
June 12, 2014
We've been thinking of you all today and our thoughts and prayers are with you!
Brian French
June 12, 2014
I am deeply saddened to hear of Doug's passing. He was a wonderful man and in his short time as Publisher at Where Calgary, did so much to improve the publication and streamline its business practices.
On behalf of the entire team at St Joseph Media, please accept our heartfelt condolences.
Stan & Wendy Schwartzenberger
June 12, 2014
One measure of friendship is how easily it is to "pick up" where you left off regardless of the time between meetings. With Doug it was always easy to pick right up again from the U of L days to last year. You will be missed my friend...but not forgotten.
Blair Graham
June 12, 2014
Very sorry to learn this news. I worked with and knew Doug for a brief time in the early 2000's at WHERE Magazine. I knew him long enough to know he was a superb person in all regards. A powerful personality this world will miss. My deepest condolences to the family.
Peggie Terry
June 12, 2014
I am so sorry to learn of Doug's passing. He and I worked together when he was the publisher of Where Calgary and we shared many good times and great laughs. I still have a picture of him, Steve Ball (Where Ottawa) and Blair Graham (Where Toronto) in my office. He was a wonderful person and he will be missed greatly by everyone who had the pleasure to know him, and most especially his family.
Alan Prtichard
June 12, 2014
Dear Janet and Family, in my first year at U of L Doug asked me to join Brett and himself in 1E or what ultimately became "the wine cellar". I remain eternally indebted for that offer and the friendship that followed. The opportunity to have known someone with his strength of character in the face of hardship no one should have to endure remains a gift I will cherish forever. Please accept our most heart felt sympathies for your loss. Deb and Al Pritchard
Douglas Schmitt
June 12, 2014
To the Forsyth family
Cheryl and I have not seen Doug for some time. We were all together at the U of L during some of the best times of our lives, and Doug is part of an awful lot of those great memories. I was always expecting we would get together 'sometime' but we left it too late.
Our deepest condolences to his family
Doug and Cheryl Schmitt
June 11, 2014
Dear Janet, children and family. Our sincerest and heartfelt condolences to you all. You are in our closest thoughts and prayers. Lindsay and Sean send you a big hug Janet, as do I. God bless you. - Michelle, Bruce, Lindsay and Sean Cullen
Kent & Debbie Black
June 11, 2014
To Janet, Natalie & Andrew + Greg & Nan + Jane & Greg... I struggle to find the appropriate words to express my feelings. I just hope you know how much I, and the rest of "the boys", truly loved Doug, or "Skip" as we affectionately called him. As so many people have written here, Doug was a wonderful human being - kind, caring, honest, integrous, and had a smile and a laugh that lit up the room. Just so you know, several of us "boys" (me, Gary F, Danny J, Cody J, Brian C, Aldo D) got together at my house Mon night and skyped in Josh H (Seattle) and Rob G (Victoria) and we toasted our buddy Doug and told our favorite "Skip" stories. Nan will remember the one about the Caesar salad dressing and the Coke spills... Our love goes out to you all, now and forever, and our hearts will always be full and our lives made richer by having known Doug. Bless him and bless you all.
Cam Moskal
June 11, 2014
To all of Doug 'a family, friends and coworkers...my deepest condolences on the passing of such a great guy. I had the privilege to meet and work with Doug during my Pattison days back in the 90's. He was truly a gentleman and someone with whom you could connect with immediately upon meeting him. I will remember his warm personality and infectious smile and laugh...and laughs we had many! Rest in peace my friend. You will be missed by many.
June 11, 2014
Dear Forsyth Family,
My thoughts are with you all during this unimaginable difficult time. I worked with Doug when I was with the Glenbow Museum. He was always so kind and friendly. When he would reach out to our team to help with something we'd drop everything for him. It was a true pleasure working with him and I'm thankful we had the opportunity.
Allison Moore
Fern Forsyth
June 11, 2014
Janet, words cannot express how sorry we are to hear about Doug! I had to wait a few days to make this entry just didn't know what to say. I always enjoyed our chats at the rink and you could sure tell how much he loved being involved in whatever the kids were doing, both of you do! My heart goes out to you and the kids . Gavin & Lexie remember your family in their prayers each night and Gavin wants to send a special message to Andrew of how sad he feels and that he hopes Andrew will be OK. Fern, Brian, Gavin,& Lexie Forsyth
June 11, 2014
Our throughts and prayer are with your family. We hold many special memories of good times with Doug at the BarKC. Doug was one of those very special people we are blessed with in our lives. His example of reaching out to help so many is an example for all of us. The Carters
June 10, 2014
To The Forsyth Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. We were very sad to hear of Doug's passing. He was a great guy who will be missed by all! Glad to have had many wonderful memories with the Forsyth Family at Bar KC.
David, Sandy, Rob, Sarah & Leah Mackie
Mary & Mike
June 10, 2014
Janet, Andrew and Natalie we are so saddened to hear of Doug's passing. We will always remember the times we spent together at each other's houses for dinner club. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
June 10, 2014
We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Doug was a lovely person, and a terrific dad. We shared many nights on the hockey bleachers watching the boys play hockey. Please accept our heartfelt sympathy. Paul, Marika, Harris and Thea Sali
Gary LeBoeuf
June 10, 2014
My sincere thoughts and prayers are with you all. I like to think I am a better person today for having known Doug. I had the privilege of meeting him though business in the ealry 90's, then working together as Stampede Volunteers. His guideance, leadership,insight and postive attitude assisted greatly in my volunteer experience. You will be missed. May God Bless you all.
Pam Janzen
June 10, 2014
I have happy memories of times shared with Doug at the Bar KC, particularly on Sports Days where his talents and character always shone. I am very sorry to hear of his passing.
Gary Bellamy
June 10, 2014
I had the pleasure of knowing and working with Doug many years ago on the Residence Council at the University of Lethbridge. Always with a smile and a positive energy that influenced everyone around him. It was an honour to have known him.
My sincerest condolances to his Family
Karen Shaul
June 10, 2014
Janet we were deeply saddened to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Karen Shaul
June 10, 2014
Janet we were deeply saddened to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Bob Scott
June 10, 2014
My sincere condolences to the entire Forsyth family. Doug was such a wonderful guy. My thoughts are with you all.
Dion Schultz
June 10, 2014
A truly inspirational person. I will remember your kind smile and uplifting demeanour. You were a guiding force in my career. Rest in peace my friend. My thoughts and prayers are with the Forsyth family.
Mary Lou Derko
June 9, 2014
Thinking of you Janet, Nathalie, Andrew and your family at this extremely difficult time - our hearts hurt for all of you. You're in our thoughts & prayers.
With love,
Darren, Mary Lou, Josh & Nick
June 9, 2014
We are so sad to hear of your loss. Our family holds yours close in our prayers through this difficult time.
The Oelhaupl Family
Rick and Debbielynn Comeau
June 9, 2014
Janet we are so very sorry for your loss. May God help you and your family thru this most difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Love Rick and DL
Helen and Charlie Wentz
June 9, 2014
We knew Doug as one of the best friends our son ever had. Doug was always there for him and it is so heartbreaking to think that now he is not. We greatly admired Doug and offer our sincere sympathy to his family.
Lisa White
June 9, 2014
I had the honour of working with Doug at Pattison Outdoor. He was such an ambassador for Calgary and was proud in his conviction for fairness and integrity. All the best to Doug's family. Lisa White, Toronto, Ont
Brad, Christine, William & Katie Ratsoy
June 9, 2014
Janet, Andrew and Natalie - our family is deeply saddened to hear of Doug's passing. Wishing all of you peace at this difficult time. I am grateful to have had a visit with Doug on Thursday during the Master's pancake breakfast.
Our prayers are with you.
Cinnamon Lantz
June 9, 2014
Janet, Andrew, Natalie and family, My heart is breaking at the thought of your loss. Doug will be so missed.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Best,
Judy Lang
June 9, 2014
We are deeply, deeply saddened to hear about Doug's passing. What a wonderful man, great Calgary ambassador through his career and we are ever so grateful for the unending support Doug gave us at the zoo. A true treasure and we will miss him dearly. May his many memories warm your hearts for years to come. Our deepest sympathies from Doug's friends at the zoo.
Diana Dobal
June 9, 2014
My sincerest condolences to the entire Forsyth family. Doug was a wonderful person and respected by everyone in our accounting team. He reminded me a lot of my father, who also passed away when I was very young. I know that he is in a better place now and from there he will continue to be with you, looking after you, just as my father does.
Ann O'Donnell
June 9, 2014
I had the pleasure of meeting Doug in 1986 when he started to volunteer for the Canadian Cancer Society. We kept in contact over the years and I am truly saddened by this news. My thoughts and sincere condolences are sent to his wife and children, parents and all his family.
Doug was one of the nicest people I have ever had the pleasure of knowing and he will be sorely missed by so many.
Kelly & Shauna Lorincz
June 9, 2014
Janet, Natalie and Andrew - Shauna and I are deeply saddened. I considered Doug not just a mentor, but a friend that I could always count on for a supportive word and a huge smile. To Doug's cherished family, his many friends and colleagues, our hearts and prayers are with you.
June 9, 2014
Doug was a man of integrity...a fellow with great honesty and incredible warmth. A humble man of style with a great smile that matched his tremendous wit. A man you could always believe in and trust.
Someone once asked me...What do like the most about your job with Pattison? My response was simply, the opportunity to give someone the same opportunity that I was given and to pass that onto Doug was a gift from him to me.
My thoughts and condolences to Janet, Andrew, Natalie and the rest of the family.
Doug was a one of a kind guy...a great man taken from us far to soon. One of the best.
Vance Macdonald
June 9, 2014
On behalf of Calgary Economic Development, we are so saddened to hear of Doug's passing. He was a true gentleman and brought so much passion to his work and his relationships. We will dearly miss working with him and send our love to the whole Pattison team at this difficult time.
Darrel and Christina Thorson
June 9, 2014
There are so many words that come to mind when I think of Doug: funny, smiling, charming, intelligent, humble, passionate. And true friend. Doug will be missed deeply by everyone he touched. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Janet, Natalie and Andrew and your extended family.
Don Lintner
June 9, 2014
I am saddened to read of Doug's passing;
He was a good friend and associate in Outdoor.
Laurie Quinn
June 9, 2014
Janet, Natalie and Andrew... Our hearts break for you. Doug was a wonderful person and I always enjoyed talking with him whenever I saw him. He will be greatly missed by everyone who knew him. I am here if you need anything. My prayers are with you.
Gary Faber
June 9, 2014
So sad to hear of Doug's passing. I have known him since high school and what I remember is that he had a great smile and a fantastic laugh to go with it. I will always remember that. Thoughts and prayers to the family
Maria Zara
June 9, 2014
My deepest condolences to all the family
Debra Lamb
June 9, 2014
Doug was a true gentleman in our industry and he will be greatly missed by all of us who had the privilege of dealing with him as a colleague and friend. Doug truly made all our lives richer by being in it. My condolences to Janet, Andrew and Natalie and the rest of his family and to his 'family' at Pattison.
Elly & Dave Duff
June 9, 2014
Janet, Andrew and Natalie our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Helen Faucher
June 9, 2014
We have lost a great man who exemplified treating others as you would have them treat you. Doug always believed the best in people and made you want to be the best for him. Although I hadn't seen Doug in a few years knowing him impacted my life. So genuine. My thoughts and prayers are with his family at this very difficult time.
Kyla Yukon
June 9, 2014
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Lance Brown
June 9, 2014
Skip..."may the four winds blow you safely home"
Jerry Garcia
Kim Warburton
June 9, 2014
It is with a very heavy heart I write this for you Janet and Andrew/Natalie. Your dad was the reason I joined Pattison and I considered him a mentor and friend. He was larger than life and he will continue to be with you watching over you and protecting you. My thoughts and prayers have been with you for many years and I will continue to do so for time to come.
Rob Gardner
June 9, 2014
My condolences to Janet and the family. Doug(Skip) was one of a kind and one of the truly nice people on this planet. Words cannot explain how unfair this is or how sad this is.
June 9, 2014
The sadness and yet gratitude I feel today for Doug's life can only be be shared through " The Mission" Main Theme - Morricone conducts Morricone.
May God Bless Him.
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