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Douglas Shook Obituary
Douglas Malcolm Shook, 67, of Lake Worth, Fla., passed away Friday, May 12. He was born and raised in Stroudsburg, the youngest son of the late William and Lillian Heater Shook.
Douglas retired from Hughes Printing Company and moved to Florida.
He was of the Lutheran faith.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 42 years, Rose Anne, who died in 2001, and six brothers. He is survived by two daughters, Cheryl A. Dennis of East Stroudsburg, and Annelle M. Shook of Lake Worth; two sons, Gerald P. (Patricia) Dennis of Stroudsburg and Douglas M. (Molly) Shook Jr. of Clarks Green; nine grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; a brother, Bruce L. (Marguerite) Shook of Wayne; a sister, June Smith of Crawfordville, Fla.; his loving companion, Gloria-Jean Golden of Delray Beach, Fla.; several nieces and nephews, and will be greatly missed by a host of friends and extended family members.
His family will receive friends on Wednesday, May 17, from 4-7 p.m. with a memorial service at 6 p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donation in his memory may be made to Hospice of Palm Beach County, 5300 East Ave., West Palm Beach, FL 33407.
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Memories and Condolences
for Douglas Shook
Phaedra K. Brooks
May 31, 2006
Dear Annelle
I remember meeting your parents on a visit to Palm Beach County and how happy you were when they decided to move here. I'm praying for you and your family.
Lori Shook-Kauth
May 29, 2006
Dear Annelle, Doug, Cheryl and Jerry,
Words don't always help when we loose someone so special in our lives. Uncle Doug will be sorely missed by so many people who were fortunate to have known him or blessed enough {like me} to have had him as an uncle. I loved all of my fathers' brothers and sister, but Uncle Doug was one of my favorites. It was wonderful seeing all of the extended family on Sunday 5/28. To all of my cousins-Keep the FAITH.
Love, Peace and God Bless to All
Lori Jean
Toby Lovecchio
May 26, 2006
Dear Shook Family:
I have spent the last six years living in the same area as Doug, Jr. As was always the case when we were young in EBurg, we continue to have many laughs and enjoy our time together. I am very thankful that our friendship is strong. I am deeply saddened for Doug Jr. and his family and the entire Shook family. My prayer for you and your family is "peace of mind". The tears you shed are the healthiest you may ever have. Pray for patience for yourself as you all adapt to the transitions you will go through. My prayers and thoughts are with all of you.
Genie (Shook) & Dick Williams
May 19, 2006
Dear Annelle, Doug Jr., Cheryl & Jerry,
We are so very saddened by the death of Uncle Doug. Growing up on the West coast, I didn't get a chance to get to know you all very well, but the last few years I have had a great time emailing Uncle Doug and Annelle and trading photos. Please know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers as you go through this difficult time.
Love, Genie and Dick
Patti Hatch
May 17, 2006
Annelle,Doug,Cheryl and Jerry,
I'm so sorry for your loss,Pop was the best.I find comfort and hope you do too in knowing how much you all meant to him,the memories,and knowing he is with your mom once again,where he always wanted to be.He is in my heart and thoughts always as you all are especially now.I love you all!
Patti Hatch
May 17, 2006
I'm still in a state of shock over the news of Pop's passing.Not sure what to say except that I'm deeply saddened and feel a huge loss over him being gone.It's hard to believe I've known him,Annelle,and the family for over 35 years.I too will miss him like no other.I love you Pop!
Chris Singer
May 17, 2006
Dear Annelle, I am verry sorry to find out about your dad I hope things are well with you .
Chris.
Kris Krupinski
May 17, 2006
Dear Doug and family,
I am sorry for the loss of your father. I didn't know him well but he must have been a great dad to have raised such a nice son.
God Bless.
Sandra Peifly Capone
May 16, 2006
Doug was a wonderful classmate and friend. He was always kind, gentle, and very funny.
It was because of Doug that we had our last class reunion in 2002. Through his emails and his requests we were able to organize our reunion; we all enjoyed ourselves that night.
Now, it is time to plan another reunion;we will miss him, but he will always be in our hearts.
Annelle Shook
May 15, 2006
My father was the best dad to his sons and daughters and he didn't have to be. Cheryl and Jerry will understand. After my mother died we spent alot of time together and I told him that he had become my best friend. He replied that he always had been. I'll miss him forever.
David Lewis
May 15, 2006
Wonderful, gracious person! A classmate that will always be remembered and missed, so very much. My prayers and condolences to all the family.
Rachel & Brad Peiffer
May 15, 2006
Dear Annelle,Cheryl,Doug,& Jerry
I am so very sorry for your loss. Uncle Doug was one of my Pop's brothers I had an opportunity to really get to know. He was such a genuine person and will be deeply missed.
I will always remember him dancing like he was 20 at my wedding two years ago and emailing the funniest jokes.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Annelle Shook
May 15, 2006
My dad was the greatest man I have ever known, of course we all say that! He was so devoted to his family and loved us all dearly. Most men would want to be the man he didn't have to be. I will forever miss him. He is with my mother once again, where he always wanted to be.
Deb & Eric Freeman
May 15, 2006
Dear Dougie, Annelle, Cheryl & Jerry,
I'll miss my favorite Uncle terribly. He was always there for me when I lost my parents. And I can tell you that he will never be forgotten. All his phone calls to me and e-mails. What a wonderful man!
To all my cousins, I'm so sorry for your loss. He will always be watching over you.
God Bless you all!
Love,
Deb & Eric Freeman
Dick Swingle
May 15, 2006
Great Classmate. Our thoughts and prayers go with his family and friends,,,Dick & Kitty
Alice Warren
May 15, 2006
To the family of Douglas Shook and all his dear friends, The special things about Doug will live on in your hearts forever. Please know my sorrow for his loss. May all of you find peace and strength with each passing day.
I only shared a small part of Doug's life, but there is a tremendous void in my heart. Doug was my Gentle Giant. A very precious man is gone, a kind, soft, caring soul. Now there is no time to share our small talk or say our final good bye. The fond memories will always be with me. We had a special time in a special place....his voice I loved is still. God bless you Douglas.
THe kindest husband, father,and POP!
May 15, 2006
gary smith
May 14, 2006
annelle,doug,jerry and cheryl
condolences on the death of your father.doug was a good freind and will be missed.
John Hawk
May 14, 2006
As a fellow classmate, may Doug rest in peacr.
cheryl & bill Perry
May 14, 2006
Dougie,Annelle,Cheryl & Jerry
Uncle Doug will be deeply missed not only by the family, but by everyone who knew and loved him!
Lea and Art Shick
May 14, 2006
Cheryl and family
Art and I are so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. We are also sorry to read that your mother has also passed.
It seems so long ago, now thinking back, when we were neighbors with them. I still remember the visits with Annelle on our front porch, and all the friendly over the fence conversations with your parents. Boy, your mom stayed busy mowing their backyard with that electric lawnmower.
To go back even further, I remember the first time I met your mom and dad there on Ridgeway St.
We will always have fond memories of them both.
Again, we're sorry for your loss.
Art and Lea Shick
Lucille Fish / Read
May 14, 2006
Dear Cheryl and Anelle, With much sadness I offer my sympathy for the loss of your father. My prayers are with you, now and in the time to come. May God bless you and give you the strength to accept His will.
Melissa Wengler
May 14, 2006
Dear Annelle and family - we are so sorry for your loss. Though we only met Douglas a short time ago he had been quite an important part of my mothers life. We really enjoyed the time we spent with him in Florida last month. Fred the girls and I are terrible sad at this sudden loss. Thinking of you all, Sincerely The Wengler Family
Barbara France
May 14, 2006
We extend our deepest and most hearfelt sympathies to my cousin Douglas's family and friends.
Love, Barbara and Donald
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