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Douglas Bryan Litwin
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Throughout his life, Doug valued his family and friends. He was a devoted and loving husband and father, and his boys were his absolute pride and joy. He enjoyed playing the guitar, hiking, hunting, working on his 3D printer and playing soccer with his boys.
Doug was a lifelong learner. He graduated from Humble High School, received his Bachelor's degree in Biology at the University of Houston Downtown, and his Master's degree and PhD in Biophysics in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from the MD Anderson UT Health Graduate School in Houston. After obtaining his PhD, he quickly distinguished himself as a medical science liaison in the pharmaceutical industry. To his colleagues, Doug was known as an avid learner, key contributor, role model, smart, funny, outgoing and compassionate. He earned 'Rookie of the Year' for the West Dermatology Team at UCB in 2023. Doug was well respected and loved by his team. He was extremely passionate about the application of science to solve complex problems that benefit healthcare. In his pursuits, Doug demonstrated brilliance and mastery in all that he set his mind to.
Doug is survived by his wife, Jessica; sons, Isaac (8) and Alexander (5); parents, Bruce and Mary Litwin; brothers, Jake Litwin and Bryce Litwin; sisters, Elizabeth Langton and Kirstin Litwin-Berti; in laws, Joe and Roxanne Cardenas, Jackie Cardenas; aunts and uncles, Ralph Bryan, Larry and Perla Bryan, Mitch and Betty Bailey, Kyle Litwin, Leo and Kathy Litwin, Mike and Mary Pat Litwin; nieces, Alison Motes, Sarah Langton, Peyton Litwin, Irelynn Litwin; nephews, Andrew Motes, Jake Litwin
Doug is preceded in death by maternal grandparents, Ralph and Charlotte (Lottie) Bryan and paternal grandparents, Robert and Jerrine Litwin.
Friends and family are welcome to attend Doug's celebration of life service at Good Shepherd Methodist Church (20155 Cypresswood Dr. Cypress, Texas 77433) - 10:00am on Saturday, November 2, 2024. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to either the American Heart Association in Doug's name (www.heart.org) or
Isaac and Alexander's 529 college plans. Contact Mary Litwin ([email protected]) for specific instructions regarding the college funds.
Doug will be forever in our hearts.
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Yuni Cha
March 1, 2025
Saying that 'final goodbye' is so impossibly difficult. The 'firsts' will be so difficult for family, friends & those that knew him which my heart aches for them. Deepest of condolences. He is deeply missed. Such as... I want to wish Doug 'Happy Birthday', although he was born on 2/29, which he told me he shares with his mother. A rarity - which Doug is. I was given the honor to wish him last year [a leap year] a 'Happy Birthday'.
Happy birthday Doug. Your light is missed. ...everyday...
Michael Bell
December 17, 2024
Doug and I were part of the Houston Area Molecular Biophysics Program (HAMBP) during graduate school. Doug was as kind as he was insightful, and I always hoped we might find a way to work together again one day. I am deeply saddened that I will not have that opportunity. When we worked together, Doug talked a lot about his family and how much he loved them. I wish his family peace in this time of grief. Doug's life was meaningful, he made a positive impact on the lives of others, and he will not be forgotten.
Sean Raney
November 5, 2024
I love all of our dinners and late night conversations at Doug and Jess's house. Doug and I could sit and talk about music forever, it was a conversation that was never over. One night Doug and I were in the living room, Jess was in the other room doing something, and we were talking about music (as always). Doug loves bluesy electric guitar soulful jam music. One of his favorite musicians is Stevie Ray Vaughn. So I asked him what his favorite song of his was. And from the other room Jess yells out "Lenny"! I turn her direction and say "what? what was that?" She pokes her head in to repeat "Lenny". I reply "OK? why do you know that?" She told me that during her last year of medical school she would be studying or whatever at night and Doug would be trying to figure out how to play "Lenny". Emphasis on "trying to figure it out" for a year. So yeah, she's heard that song a million times. I turn to Doug and he confirms that story with a smile and a nod.
Sometime soon, whoever reads this, play the song "Lenny" by Stevie Ray Vaugn.
I love y'all and I will forever miss Doug.
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Alecia Zamora
November 2, 2024
Doug was very close with my brother, Chris Robinson, and he felt like a brother to me as well. I´ll always remember how his big smile would light up the room. We´re heartbroken, but we will cherish those moments and hold them close to our hearts. Praying for you and your family.
Gretchen A Litwin
November 2, 2024
I hear your laugh when I´m sad, and that warms my heart like a hug Doug.
...Someday far off in the future; you´ll be well studied in the stars & can show me around. Doesn´t really matter where we are; as we are always together.
Love you forever
~ Your cousin Gretchen from the North
Kyle Shearer
November 1, 2024
I met doug here in Colorado only a few months ago at a gun range and his knowledge of guns was impressive. He approached me asking about my guns and within a few sentences we realized we were both from texas and both owned suppressors. We exchanged numbers and went to the range a few more times and also went hiking before his passing. He was a great guy with a great attitude. You'll be misssed, Doug.
Joyce Robinson
October 31, 2024
Our family has many great memories of Doug. Doug and my son Chris met in middle school and became the best of friends. Not long after, Dougs´ family became like a second family to Chris. I remember Doug as always happy and outgoing. He was a great role model for my son and influenced him into playing soccer. He then helped Chris to make the high school soccer team. One of my fondest memories of Doug was his love for his grandma. She would occasionally pick him up from my house and he would greet her with so much respect and sweetness. Witnessing that love he showed for her touched my heart deeply. He truly had a great love for his family and it showed. Even as a grown man Doug would still greet us with that same Douglas smile. His polite and respectful character never changed. He will truly be missed and our family will hold his memory forever in our hearts. Our deepest condolences and continued prayers go out to all of the Litwin family. May God spread his loving arms around you all. Love, Kenny and Joyce Robinson, Chris and Nolan Robinson , Alecia Zamora
Eric Cherrie
October 27, 2024
Doug was a gem a of human being. I´m lucky to have called him a friend. Our lives went different ways after college, and we lost touch. I ran into him at Hobby airport last year; we were both on the same flight to St. Louis. We talked the whole fligh: we reminisced about the old days, shared stories about our new lives, and made plans to meet up again. I´m heartbroken that we won´t get to do that. I send my condolences to his wife, kids, the entire Litwin family, and anyone who knew him and is equally devastated by the news .
Jerry Cravy
October 26, 2024
God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Turner Johnston
October 25, 2024
I met Doug in 2007-during a very hard time in my life. I got close to him and his friend Eric very quickly. Both amazing guys. Doug helped me through a lot at a very difficult time. He was brilliant. It´s been years since we´ve spoken, and I wish that wasn´t so. My heart goes out to his family and friends.
Hiram
October 21, 2024
Freshman year of high school Soccer.
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