DOUGLAS TAYLOR

We arrived home from our trip south to find Doug's house being worked in. It turned out to be his family. His nephew Caleb informed us Doug had passed away while we were gone. We will miss him very much. He was a good neighbour, had a good heart and was a kind man. Rest in peace Doug
Barry and Sandra Davidson

I wish to express my deepest sympathies to Doug's family . I knew Doug for about the past 12 years when I was involved with SGEU. He was a great mentor for me and many other trade unionists'. He left a legacy within our union through his work, is welcoming attitude for new members of the union and the work he did for community-based organizations. Ken Laing

My condolences to Doug's Family. I attended Lakeview and Sheldon with Doug. I especially remember grade 6, when Doug got me interested in the Doc Savage series of books. I think he had the whole series and loaned them to me to read. My prayers are with the family

I was saddened to hear about Doug's recent passing, and am so sorry I missed his service. It pays to check your voice mail more than once a week, I guess. Doug and I were colleagues in Social Services, neighbors in Sandy Beach, partakers in the Lebret Hotel on our long bicycle rides home from work, and always always enjoyed a good yuk over something. We hadn't chatted in a number of years, but I know I shall miss him terribly. RIP, Doug!!

Brock, Wendy and family.

It is too sad to think that Doug is no longer with us. I just know that this world is better place because he was in it. I have fond memories and will always be grateful for the support he gave me when I worked temporarily at SGEU. Sorry I was unable to go to the funera. Jean Sentes who is presently in Belieze, sends her thoughts and prayers to you all. She thought wery highly of Doug as did all who knew him. RIP Doug. Rosaleen Quinn and Jean Sentes

Brock, Wendy and Family,
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you. Your brother Doug's memorial was very much full of love and memories. Take care of each other. Sincerely, Kim Fedyk

Doug I am really going to miss you. I really enjoyed talking about music, politics, socialism and going to rock shows with you. You were a great writer, historian, socialist and person. Forever when I hear one of our favourite bands, the Moody Blues, I will always think of you...RIP Doug.

I had the honour of knowing and working with Doug through the union. When we always got together we would laugh until it hurt. He will be missed

my sympathies to the family, my thought's are with you.

Sorry for your loss knew Doug Through SGEU he will be missed

Doug was a great guy. He took me (fresh off the farm) under his wing and helped me to navigate the political waters of the SGEU. We did enjoy many late evenings of socializing those years and became good friends. I've attached a photo of a lake we went fly-in fishing at, where Doug could actually warble with the loons. We shared several good fishing trips to Errington, and one to Jim's Camp at Nistowiak Falls where your friends will never forget "the night of the onion". :)

Doug, thanks for the great memories. We will all miss you and your good humour.

So sorry to hear of Doug's passing. I had the privilege of working with Doug a few years ago. He was one of a kind.

So sorry to hear of Doug's passing. I worked with Doug for several years at Fort Qu'Appelle Social Services Office. We'd lost contact over the years,but I so enjoyed working and socializing with Doug. He was a great guy! Sincere condolences to Doug's family.

So sorry to hear of Doug's passing. He was a great friend to our family. Aaron McCrorie

Shine on Doug, a great brother, courageous comrade, and brilliant scholar.

RIP Doug, I will always admire your conviction, courage and passion for the working people of Sask. I enjoyed everyone of your stories at conventions. I imagine you have the heavens organized already :) You will be missed. Eternal be your memory

I first met Doug through politics and the union movement. His continuing energy and commitment inspired many a campaigner. Most recently, I followed his activities maintaining and adding to the Next Year Country website. That, and other influences he brought to the struggle reached here in Alberta (Red Deer) where I live, as from time to time I would either cut and paste a piece from NYC or guide others to it.

Thanks to Doug for a life that was a great guide to activism.

I am saddened to hear of Doug's passing. In my time in Saskatchewan I learned a great deal from Doug about the rich history of the working people of the province. He will be missed.

I think one of his first jobs was as an organizer for RWDSU back in the days we fought off a raid by Fed affiliates, But that is old history, memories fade and times change. I first met Doug when he was a left, socialist student activist. He remained principled throughout his life. My condolences to his family and prairie comrades. He is missed way out here in Newfoundland. Don't mourn, Organize! Bob Buckingham

Doug was a true union member and has been a help to many. On behalf of the Executive and Members of the Sask. Federation of Union Retirees we pass on our condolences to his brother and family. His wit and wisdom will be sadly missed. A fellow worker and First Vice President SFUR
Ron Monk

Doug's life work was helping people - through his social work, his politics and his many contributions to the labour movement. He had a great sense of humour, was a wonderful friend and is sadly missed. My deepest sympathy to his family and his family of friends.

It saddens me to here about Doug's passing. I will greatly miss his social analysis and reminders of the valuable lessons to be learnt through history.

The measure of a man is not "how did he die" but "how did he live", not "what did he gain" but "what did he give". By this measure all who knew Doug Taylor will know we lost a good man this week. My condolences to his family, friends and comrades.

I am shocked and sadden to hear of Doug's sudden passing. I had the privilege of working with Doug, as a fellow staff member with SGEU's National Union (NUPGE)in Ottawa. He was a real, down-to-earth person who lived and dedicated his life to working people. I will remember him for his warm personality and gentle strength. My condolences to his immediate family and his extended union family.

I am very sad to hear about Doug's passing. He will be missed by all; those he was closest to and those of us who only had the privilege to see him occassionally. Doug was a dedicated activist with many skills. He had a great sense of humour which was always used respectfully; even when he got you with a 'gotcha' you knew it was done with respect. I still remember the 1984 SGEU Convention where we launched Doug's history book of the union and where I was first elected President, the 1st woman to hold that position. After the congratulations were said Doug turned to me and said "Thanks for making my history book history. The book said there has never been a woman president and now you just proved that wrong!". Peace Brother. I know you will be organizing the angels and teaching them the real words to be sung to the music of The Battle Hymn of the Republic! Barb Byers

I am very sad to hear about Doug's passing. He will be missed a lot; by those he was closest to and by those of us that may have only seen him occassionally. He had a wonderful sense of humour and even when he got ya with a 'gothcha' it was always respectfully. I still remember Doug's greeting when I was first elected President of SGEU, the first woman to do so. It was also the year SGEU launched the history book of the union that Doug wrote. After the congratulations Doug said "Oh and thanks for making my history book history; because I said there has never been a woman president and now you proved that wrong". Peace Brother. Now get out there and organize those angels and teach them the real words to "The Battle Hymn of the Republic".

Doug was a good comrade and a wonderful person. His passing is a great loss for his family, friends and the movement.

Doug was a comrade in the trenches. He put his passion, energy and intelligence to work for progressive social change. It was an honour to have known him.

Doug was a very fine person and fighter for economic and social justice. e really will be missed.

Doug was all one could want in a union brother. The world doesn't have enough people like Doug in it, and he is deeply missed.

Please accept my deepest sympathies. Doug was a truly wonderful person. His courage and his social activism will be greatly missed.

We were saddened to hear of Doug's passing. While we had met Doug a number of times socially we really knew Doug through his writing and the writing he
did with Lorne Brown. Doug was passionate about the contribution working people have made to the building of Canada as we know it - a Canada where democracy was broadened by the struggles of the working class. Doug made an important contribution towards recording the history of the struggle in this province for public health care and other reforms. The working class of Canada has lost a talented and devoted thinker and publicist.

Doug was a caring and generous friend with a wonderfully wry sense of humour. He will always be remembered for his strong and unwavering commitment to the labour movement and progressive politics. He will be missed.

I am so saddened by this. Doug has been such a great friend for so many years. He and I and Fraser all shared a passion for classic rock and went to many, many concerts with Doug. Glad I was able to sit with him at that last Rider game we attended. I'm thinking of Brock and Wendy. So very sorry for your loss. Jim

I was saddened to hear of Doug's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.

Good bye my friend. I know wherever you are, you will be find humour and stand up for what is right. Such a good person with sound principles and a big heart. I will miss you.

We are sorry to read about the loss of your brother. Brock, Wendy and family our prayers are with you all at this time.
Gwen and Leroy Wallis