Douglas Gerth

Doug was a Champion - 1978-79 Sacred Heart basketball team

Doug was a good, kind, and funny man. He is missed.

I knew Doug from grade school and high school, but knew him best as the brother of Sarah and husband of Billie. Both families are in my thoughts; Doug was a heck of a guy, and I especially enjoyed his humor, which could swing from surreal to dry to playfully biting and back again at the drop of a hat.

Billy and family so very sorry for the loss of your husband and father. My heart aches for you all. Much love to you.

My sincere condolences to you Billy, EJ, Audrey and all Gerth family.
May Doug spend endless hours playing golf, listening to his favourite music and telling stories on the other side.
I have the fondness memories of my time with Doug, Billy and EJ as a baby and Doug and Billy´s 10th wedding anniversary celebration in Ireland .
You are all in my prayers and thoughts.
Fond love
Mairead D

Dear Billy and family -

We are so sorry for your loss. We are keeping you and the kids in our thoughts and prayers

Love, Carol and Jack Kile.

Doug and Billy are the first people we met in Needham and immediately welcomed our family to this neighborhood together with all our neighbors. We are all still in utter disbelief. Every day I catch myself expecting to either see Doug walking up the street, or hear him screaming "hey Julie!" at the top of his lungs across the yard to Julie. He really made our neighborhood what it was for me and his spirit will always reside here and in our hearts. My deepest sympathy for Billy, Audrey and EJ, we will cherish all of our happiest memories together with Doug and your family, always. Sending love, love and more love, strength and resilience to all of you. Ilia, Victoria, Leah and Diana

My name is Father Dave Marcham, and I work at Holy Cross Family Ministries. Please know of my prayers and condolences to Doug's family, friends, and co-workers. God bless, Fr. Dave

My name is Joe Pereira and I am an employee at Holy Cross Family Ministries in Easton, MA. I had the pleasure of meeting Doug on a few occasions, either virtually or email and can say he was a pleasant soul. I wish him peace in his final rest.

We are deeply saddened by Doug's untimely passing. On behalf of our entire family, we want to express how much we treasured Doug´s friendship and steady presence in our lives.

He was always ready to help-no matter the task. Whether it was lending a hand, sharing advice, or quietly working behind the scenes to help keep our neighborhood safe, he did it with humility and heart. His dry sense of humor, warm smile, fun spirit, and unshakable kindness will be dearly missed.

We mourn the loss of someone who gave so much to those around him, and we send all our love and emotional strength to Billy, Audrey, and E.J. during this incredibly difficult time.

Doug made our lives better just by being in them, and we will never forget him.

With heartfelt sympathy,

Maritxu, Milena, Gilda, and Marcelo

The Natick Longfellow Hoop Club!!!

I was deeply saddened to hear of Doug´s passing. My sincerest sympathies to Billy, his family and his extensive group of friends. He touched many hearts. I worked with Doug for six years at Wolf & Company. There was never a moment spent in Doug´s company when we did not have many laughs. Doug and I shared a love of buffoonery. There was no time more evident than when Doug showed up at a Wolf & Company holiday party dressed as Elf on a Shelf. See Doug and me below. This past May Doug sent me a birthday card with 3 two dollar bills enclosed. I am profoundly happy to be one of those people he touched; and he often did so by providing with free stuff from the Wolf & Company marketing swag closet (just kidding I was one of the owners of the Company so I paid 1/20th of that swag). I´ll always remember Doug.

I enjoyed working with Doug on the Board of the Needham History Center and Museum. He was a very nice and generous guy.
Moe Handel

I was so sorry to hear about Doug he was a customer but much more than that a dear friend we had many laughs together at the shop and I always looked forward to his visits the shop wont be the same without him and I will truly miss him my condolences to his beautiful family god bless

Dear Billy EJ and Audrey
Utter sadness . Doug was a splendid human being who will be missed by so many . My heart and prayers go out to you all with sympathy and love . Betty Tamposi

Doug had such a big, caring heart. My husband had ALS. Doug, visiting in Florida, traveled several hours out of his way to play an afternoon of cribbage because he knew it would give Dick such pleasure. With fond memories.

I had the privilege of working with Doug these past few years. A wonderful man who loved his family deeply. My deepest condolences to his family on their loss.

I am so sorry to hear this sad news! Doug always knew how to make people laugh which made he and Billy a perfect couple. My thoughts and healing prayers go out to Billy and the entire family! Sending love!

What a loss! My condolences to all. May we all keep the memories close.

I´m so sorry to hear the news about Doug. We met him at the family gatherings, and he was always so kind and funny. He had a warmth that made everyone feel welcome. Thinking of you and your family during this difficult time.

Billy and family, my heart is with you as you move through this difficult time. I know you have fabulous memories of your time with Doug, and I´m sure more stories will come in the next few weeks.

For me, I will remember Doug as a kind, funny guy, who knew everyone and was loved by everyone.

Jean Salzer (Helen Drexler´s granddaughter), Class of `83.

I had the privilege of being Doug´s friend for over 35 years. He was an attendant in my wedding and a long time golfing partner. He was a joy to be with by sharing great stories, a quick smile, and a clever joke. He always made me smile. I will miss you, my friend.