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Myrtle Beach
Douglas "Doug" Lees McGill, P.E., 76, of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina passed from this world on Wednesday, October 26th 2011.
Mr. McGill was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on August 24, 1935 to parents Charles and Marian Lees McGill. He chose to pursue his education as a Professional Engineer, graduating with a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from Lafayette College in 1957 and a Master's degree in Civil Engineering from Newark College of Engineering in 1961. Mr. McGill's diverse career as a professional engineer and consultant included international projects in Switzerland, South Korea, and Saudi Arabia; as well as more than 40 years in management of industrial and municipal utility operations.
He is survived by his wife of ten years, Dianne McGill; a daughter, Ruth Sakal and her husband Michael of Mohnton PA; a son, Peter of Denver CO; a son, Keith and his wife Rachel of Austin TX; a stepson Dr. Wade Brosius and his wife Gretchen of Limerick PA; five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; a sister, Jean Wise and her husband Tom of Pawley's Island SC; a brother, Roger McGill and his wife Kathy of Ocean City NJ . He is further survived by three nieces, a nephew, and many friends. In addition to his parents his son, Douglas L. McGill Jr., preceded him in death.
A graveside service will be held at 11 am, Tuesday, November 1st, at George Washington Memorial Park Cemetery in Conshohocken, Pennsylvania. Following, the family will host a lunch for visiting and remembering at the Broad Axe Tavern located at 901 West Butler Pike in Ambler.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Horry County Branch Food Bank, 200 Broadway Street, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577.
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Memories and Condolences
for Douglas McGill
Don Olsen
November 14, 2011
A Reminiscence
YES, thou art gone! and never more
Thy sunny smile shall gladden me;
But I may pass the old church door,
And pace the floor that covers thee.
May stand upon the cold, damp stone,
And think that, frozen, lies below
The lightest heart that I have known,
The kindest I shall ever know.
Yet, though I cannot see thee more,
'Tis still a comfort to have seen;
And though thy transient life is o'er,
'Tis sweet to think that thou hast been;
To think a soul so near divine,
Within a form so angel fair,
United to a heart like thine,
Has gladdened once our humble sphere.
By Anne Bronte
The Poetry Foundation
Joe Hunt
November 1, 2011
My mentor, Doug. Thanks for taking the time to teach me and being so fun. It is our turn to pass it on. Praying for God's peace and comfort to your family during the days ahead.
Bill Cano
October 31, 2011
I am sorry for your loss Wade, you and your family are in our prayers.
Tina Reiter Nelson VFSA
October 31, 2011
With sincerest sympathy to the McGill family. It was my honor to have known Doug; a pleasure to have worked with him and my great fortune to have called him my friend. Heaven is lucky to have him.
Debi Mondik
October 31, 2011
Wade,
My condolences on the loss of your loved one.
God Bless-Debi Mondik
Carl Janson
October 31, 2011
Dianne and McGill Family: So sorry to hear of Doug's passing. I have worked closely with Doug on many projects over the years and will miss his long phone calls discussing treatment and equipment options and have always valued his friendship and loyalty. He will be sorely missed. My deepest sympathy to the family. Carl Janson, Riordan Materials Corp.
Ruth at Valley Forge Sewer Authority
October 31, 2011
Diane and Family,
My deepest condolences on your loss. Doug was a joy to work with - always a smile on his face. He will be dearly missed and fondly remembered.
Mike Pratt
October 30, 2011
Dianne, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
Marilyn Hawn
October 29, 2011
Rest in peace, my friend
Love marilyn
Bill & Judy Hoffman
October 29, 2011
We will miss our dear, dear friend. Our love goes with him.
Bill and Judy
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