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DOUGLAS DESHEROW Obituary

DesherowJanuary 1, 1965 - April 11, 2014 EDMOND Doug Desherow passed away at Seven Rivers Hospital in Chrystal River, Florida at the age of 49. His brother Beau and his children Hanah and Eddie were by his side. Doug was known for his athletic accomplishments, his keen business sense. Doug had a very successful career with the registry and Renaissance Worldwide and related companies. He was particularly proud of his start up capability with subsidiaries and management of Renaissance's largest office. His career has stretched for over two decades. Doug also held a fierce love for his family. He was preceded in death by his infant son, Jake Desherow; his brother, Edward Desherow, 32 years old. Doug is survived by his loving children, Hanah and Edward Desherow; his parents, Jim and Dorothy Desherow; his brother, Beau Desherow and wife Danielle; brother, Mike Desherow; his twin sister, Debbie Grant; sister, Victoria Davis and her husband Dave; the mother of his children, Joni Desherow. Doug was a good man and even better father to his children, Hanah and Eddie. His children share his strength of character and his love for fishing. He was a loving uncle to his numerous nephews and nieces to whom he was always there for. He graduated from Edmond Memorial High School in 1983. He was an All State Quarterback and all City Player of the Year for the Bulldogs. Doug attended Tulsa University on a full scholarship from 1983-1987 where he received his degree. He was a standout football player for the Golden Hurricane's in '85 awarded First Team All M.V.C. in '86 Floyd Neil Martin Recipient and in '87 he was an Honorable Mention All American. Doug Desherow touched all who knew him. He was a leader on both the football field and in life. He was always there for a family member or friend in need. He will be greatly missed. An evening prayer service will be held 6:30 p.m., Monday, April 21, 2014, at the Smith & Kernke Chapel. Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, April 22, 2014, at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Edmond with Interment to follow at Resurrection Memorial Cemetery. Those wishing to honor Doug may do so by contributing to: The CJ Foundation for SIDS HUMC: WFAN Pediatric Center, 30 Prospect Avenue, Hackensack, NJ 07601.

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Published by Oklahoman on Apr. 20, 2014.

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September 5, 2014

I am saddened. I just got back from Afghanistan. Doug saw me off, he was such a ind person. He owes me a Burger. I wanted to find a job before I deployed so I would have something when I returned and he was helping me find that job in DFW Texas. As a kind gesture I brought him back a flag that was flow over Afghanistan. When I retuned I tried to call his old number and the lady said he had passed on. I am shocked and very sad. I still have his flag and need to give it to the family. Someone contact me. [email protected] (Toni)

Tim Boyle

April 28, 2014

We are so sorry to hear about your loss. We will keep you in our prayers. Mary Ann Barnes and Tim Boyle

April 22, 2014

My deepest condolences to the entire Desherow family, Doug will terribly missed.. He was a loyal and great friend,with whom I had the pleasure of working with over the last several years.. Doug, may there be plenty of fishing and golf in heaven for you my friend! God bless.

April 21, 2014

Doug was a blessing to all of us at 'football lunch'

April 20, 2014

It was an honor to coach you at the University of Tulsa. You will be missed by your former teammates and coaches. Our love to your family. God Bless. John and Helen Cooper and family

Chris Ellinghaus

April 19, 2014

Dorothy - So sorry for your loss. I remember Doug as a very kind person.

April 18, 2014

I will always remember Doug as one of my favorites. He spent a lot of time at our home,and I send my love to all of his family. Kay Salyer.

Clark Ritchey

April 17, 2014

Doug, you will be missed, was an honor to know you and be a Bulldog with you.

April 17, 2014

ALL OUR LOVE AND PRAYERS FROM OUR FAMILY TO YOURS ;IN FAITH THE HOWARD'S

Xavier Warren

April 17, 2014

Praying for the Desherow family. He will be missed by his TU teammates and others that he came in contact with. Condolences and love.

Lacey Merriman

April 17, 2014

Doug will be sorely missed-there is so much heatache in his sudden passing. May you all find peace and comfort.
Love,
Lacey Merriman

April 17, 2014

You are all in our prayers.
With our love, Danni & Dan Boz

Kaaiohelo Family

April 17, 2014

Praying for family! God bless

Deborah Grant

April 17, 2014

I love you. May the light always be in your new resting place. We got this end. You, my dear brother will truly be missed! Your twin forever.

Debbie Brothers

April 17, 2014

Sending prayers and hugs to all of you.

Tammy

April 16, 2014

What a class act he will be missed..from a follow bulldog.

Jerry Salyer

April 16, 2014

RIP brother.

April 16, 2014

Our heartfelt condolences to all the Desherow family.
Jim and Karen Jones

Lyman Strickland & the Staff of Strickland Funeral Home

April 17, 2014

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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