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Douglas Jenison Obituary
Douglas M. Jenison, 37, loving father and husband, passed away July 16, 2015.
Born in Akron, Ohio, he graduated from Cuyahoga Valley Christian Academy, where he excelled in wrestling. He continued that passion when he attended the University of Mount Union, where he graduated with dual majors in Environmental Biology and German Linguistics. He went on to work at the Kenneth Calhoun Research Laboratory at Akron General Medical Center before choosing to serve his country by joining the Army.
During his first tour of duty, he served in Afghanistan as a chemical weapons officer. In his second tour, he served in Iraq and achieved the rank of Captain and received an honorable discharge. Douglas used his G.I. Bill to attain his MBA degree and later received his RN degree from the University of Akron. He went on to work at Cleveland Clinic hospitals in intensive care and the Veterans Administration hospital on the spinal ward. He was working toward his doctorate at the time of his passing.
He is survived by his wife, Jennifer; children, Aiden and Addison; parents, Eric and Nancy; brothers, Eric Jr. (Allison), Thomas (Denise), David (Majda); and six nieces and nephews.
Calling hours will be Tuesday, from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Billow FAIRLAWN Chapel, 85 N. Miller Rd. Private interment with military honors will be held at Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a fund being established for the education of Douglas' children at First Merit Bank. To share a Memory, Send a Condolence, or Light a Candle, visit the Tribute Wall at www.billowfuneralhomes.com
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Pamela Ward
July 29, 2015
May the sorrow that all of you are experiencing at this time, eventually be changed to tears of unspeakable joy, sweet laughter, and unforgettable treasured memories...
God is going to wipe every tear away...
All of you are in my prayers during this most difficult time...
I am truly sorry for your loss...
Chuck Leggett
July 23, 2015
Nancy, Eric and extended families,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your Son, a husband and father in his own rights and an outstanding person.
Jenison Strong....
Pete Johnson
July 21, 2015
Dear Eric. My deepest condolences. The Lord works in mysterious ways. Please let me know how you would like me to help.
Michael McLovich
July 21, 2015
Sorry to hear of your loss,my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jim and Kathy Buck
July 20, 2015
Eric and nancy-- our deepest heartfelt condolences. You are very much in our thoughts and prayers.
Alice and Jeff Dickey
July 20, 2015
Dear Nancy, Eric and Family, We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and Prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Becky Henrikson
July 20, 2015
Dr. Jenison & family,
I am truly sorry for your loss. I can't imagine what your family is going through. May god's strength guide you through this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Dr. Jodi and Becky Henrikson
Jo-Nell Martin
July 20, 2015
Dear Jenison Family,
Please accept my condolences at the loss of your husband, son, and father..may you find a place inside yourself where the thoughts and prayers of others bring you some comfort.
Sincerely
JoNell Grill Martin
Kim Husk
July 20, 2015
Nancy, Eric & Family: May your happy memories of Douglas maintain you through this difficult time. He will live on through his children, and I know he is in the loving arms of Jesus. You are all in my thoughts and my prayers.
With love snd sympathy,
tom thompson
July 20, 2015
Eric and family, Words are inadequate to express by sorrow for you. God be with you.
Pat Pinder
July 20, 2015
Eric & Family,My thoughts and prayers are with you.
James Ogden
July 19, 2015
My condolences to you, Eric and Nancy, upon the death of your son, Douglas.
When it seems that our sorrow is too great to be borne, let us think of the great family of the heavy-hearted into which our grief has given us entrance. And inevitably, we will feel about us their arms, their sympathy and their understanding. ~Helen Keller
Jeff & Cecily Beard
July 19, 2015
Our hearts are heavy for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Robert Failes
July 19, 2015
I am so sorry. Thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
July 19, 2015
Eric and family,
I'm so sorry for your loss.
The words below were written years ago but still offer some solace.
Mary Frye (1932)
Do not stand at my grave and weep,
I am not there, I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow.
I am the diamond glint on snow.
I am the sunlight on ripened grain.
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you wake in the morning hush,
I am the swift, uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circling flight.
I am the soft starlight at night.
Do not stand at my grave and weep.
I am not there, I do not sleep.
Do not stand at my grave and cry.
I am not there, I did not die!
July 19, 2015
We are so very sorry for your loss. Prayers for your family.
Bonnie and Allan Biats
Alex Kura
July 19, 2015
Eric and family
MY (our) heart prayers & love. We send to you. I'm really lost for words,ya me. Remember all the great times shared.Grief is tough.I know you have to be a very proud Father
Etta Wright Rowan
July 19, 2015
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Alma Cameron Bush
July 19, 2015
Eric, so very sorry to your entire family. Douglas must have been an extraordinary person.
David & Cindy Alcorn
July 19, 2015
Eric,Nancy & familes, Our sincere thoughts and prayers for you at this time.
Bill and Kathy Collard
July 19, 2015
Eric, Nancy and family. We are so sorry for the loss of your son, you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Kathleen Fuchs( Wakelee)
July 19, 2015
Dear Eric & family, How heartbreaking. I can't tell you how sorry I am for your loss.
Joe and cheryl Cimino
July 19, 2015
No words can express the loss of a dear one especially one so young. Rest in peace dear nephew. ..you will be missed but always remember.
The Staff of Billow Funeral Homes
July 19, 2015
Offering our deepest condolences during this time.
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