Douglas Petersen Obituary

Douglas "Doug" Petersen, 55
PORTLAND - Douglas "Doug" Petersen was born on April 29, 1963, and passed away unexpectedly on Sept. 14, 2018, at Maine Medical Center in Portland, due to injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident at the age of 55.
Doug is survived by his parents, Phyllis and Ole Petersen of Kemptville, Ontario; wife, Tami Jackson Petersen of Portland, brothers, Jim and Mike Petersen of Kemptville, Ontario; daughter, Shelby Petersen of Oakland; five stepchildren, Tiffany, Jennifer, Christopher, Ashley, and Jordin; four grandchildren, Austin, Lyla, Aubree, and Bentley; along with many other family members in Ontario.
Doug served in the National Guard, graduated with a culinary degree from Kemptville College, received a business degree at Algonquin College, and later got his degree to be an electrical engineer at the KVCC here in Maine. Doug was not only devoted to his own education, but to the education of others. He never missed an opportunity to share his knowledge with anyone.
Doug was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. He enjoyed serving others, venturing the outdoors, and being with his family. He will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and all who knew him.
In light of this tragic event, Doug was able to donate his organs to the New England Organ Bank, blessing many other families. Our family is comforted knowing that Doug's last service here on earth was helping other families in need.
A viewing is scheduled for 6:30-8:30 p.m., Monday, Sept. 17, at the
Hobbs Funeral Home
, 230 Cottage Road, South Portland. Visitation 10-11 a.m., followed by a funeral service at 11 a.m., will be held on Tuesday, Sept. 18, at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 247 Walnut Hill Road, North Yarmouth.

Flowers, donations, and condolences may be offered
during the period of visitation
at the funeral home.

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Published by Portland Press Herald/Maine Sunday Telegram on Sep. 17, 2018.

Memories and Condolences
for Douglas Petersen

12 Entries

James

May 21, 2021

It’s been hard since Doug has been gone, he was my Captain, He taught me so many things and we shared so many interests. I can’t even begin to tell all the memories we shared and the impact he had on my life. SO MANY things remind me of him because everything I enjoy in my life reminds me of him. I miss you, My Captain and Mentor.

September 19, 2018

Thank you for your service.

Estelle and Dan Quimby

September 18, 2018

Wow! I am in shock. Just a couple of weeks ago Doug sent me a Facebook message to let us be the first to know that he would be moving back to our area on Oct 1st. He said he was looking forward to living closer to Shelby and her daughter and his other grandchildren in the Augusta area. We were looking forward to having him back in our church family. I so wish we had known about his death before now so we could have attended his funeral. My son who lives in California just called me with the news. Doug was a good man who loved the Lord and did much to serve Him and his fellowmen. We would like to extend our condolences to his family.

Tami Petersen

September 18, 2018

The love of my life has been called back home . I am so lost but I know I will be with him again some day. We have an unconditional love that will never stop. You taught EVERYONE around you with your knowledge and was always willing to help anyone at any time night or day. Your love for our children and grandchildren can't be replaced. I will miss you kindness, honesty, compassion, knowledge, strength, and many other attributes. I will truly miss you but I know your always here with me !! I love you forever!! Big hugs and kisses babe

September 18, 2018

Tami Tony and I are so very sorry for your loss. The love that the two of you shared was one of a kind . May you find it in your heart to continue to love and share the knowledge that he tought you. You both are very special couple and he will be sadly missed ...love your sistah from another mother ...Colleen and Tony

MERLE EMBLETON

September 18, 2018

Doug was a dear friend, and a great member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He will be deeply missed. Prior medical commitments prevented me from attending his services. But I wanted all to know of a great man with honest, integrity and love for all, has sadly left us. Just maybe the Lord need some electrical to be done, and he called Doug home. When I heard of his passing, I cried, because a great man and a good friend has left us. Your Home now Doug"""""

Diana and Wayne Smith

September 18, 2018

Our sincerest condolences to the Petersen family as they mourn the sudden passing of Doug. Gone too soon but heaven now has another member of 'the angel army'!

Gwendolyn Basinger

September 18, 2018

Doug always had a beautiful smile. He will be truly missed. R.I.P. Doug. Tami, So sorry for your loss.

Robert Barton

September 17, 2018

We may not understand right now why he had departed from this world so soon, but I know that you have so many beautiful memories together. Just know that true love lives forever, and you will always have that gift of love. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love The Barton's

Susan Taylor

September 17, 2018

Sincerest sympathies and condolences to Doug's family and extended family.

Alma Jordan

September 17, 2018

The Jordan family is thinking of you all with deepest sympathy. Lean on each other for comfort and strength in the coming days.

Thomas Kingsbury

September 17, 2018

My deepest sympathy to the Petersen family, Doug was a great friend I enjoyed working with him at Westinghouse and Cianbro.

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