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Douglas Tanner Obituary
Douglas P. Tanner
July 27, 1965- March 26, 2019
YUMA, AZ-Douglas "Doug" Tanner of Yuma, AZ, age 53, passed away on March 26th, 2019 at Yuma Medical Center. A celebration of Doug's life will take place on Saturday, April 20th, from 3:00 to 5:00 P.M. at the Davenport Holiday Inn, 401 Veteran's Memorial Parkway. His final resting place will be the Rock Island Arsenal National Cemetery, with full military honors, on Monday, April 22, at 11:00 AM. If attending, please meet at the Moline gate by 10:40 AM.
Doug was born July 27th,1965 on the US Naval base in San Juan, Puerto Rico to William and Dayna Tanner. A world traveler with a spirit of adventure from an early age, Doug enjoyed climbing the mountains of Alaska and exploring the jungles of Guam with his siblings, Debbie (Tanner) Kretschmer, Lorri (Tanner) Bryson, Bill Tanner and Mike Tanner.
After graduation from Davenport West High School, he married the love of his life Barbara (McAninch) Tanner on October 6th, 1984 soon followed by the birth of their son, Anthony Tanner.
In 1988, he joined the Marine Corps from which he retired after several deployments throughout the world and 20 years of service as an Air Traffic Controller, a career which he continued with the Department of Defense for many years following.
When he wasn't working, Doug pursued his love of automotive mechanics, collecting cars, off-roading, firearms, as well as spending time with his family and playing with his dog "Annie".
Doug is survived by his wife Barbara, his son Anthony, his siblings and their spouses, as well as extended family members. He will join his mother and father who are also laid to rest at the Rock Island Arsenal National Cemetery. In Doug's memory, a donation may be made to The Humane Society of Yuma, Arizona
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for Douglas Tanner
Josh Brown
February 24, 2020
Doug was a great friend and even better Marine because he genuinely had your back in ways most people would not even if it wasn't popular with the "brass" As my SNCO oversease in the two deployments we had together, he was great to work with and more fun to party with. Gone far too soon, and deeply missed! Farewell Devil Dog, until we meet again!
Sgt Joshua Brown
April 21, 2019
Served with Doug in Japan he was trip and helped me a lot and was a great friend
Matt Schwind
April 18, 2019
I'm so sorry for the loss of Doug. What a great family he leaves behind. My sincere condolences and prayers for you all.
B M
April 18, 2019
Condolences to the family.
Sorry for your loss.
May you fine comfort in
Almighty God wonderful future
Promises. John:5:28
Lori and Mike Dodds
April 18, 2019
To my dear friend and most wonderful colleague Deb Kretchmer. Mike and I send our deepest sympathies and love to you for the loss of your dear brother. Hugs dear friend. We will be making our donation to the Yuma Humane Society. Much love Lori and Mike Dodds.
James Harp
April 17, 2019
Doug was a fine Marine and he was my friend. My deepest sympathy and condolences to Doug's entire family. Semper Fidelis and RIP my friend.
Trae Kerr
April 17, 2019
Lorri and the rest of the Tanner family,
My deepest sympathy to all of you. I was saddened that you lost your brother. But he is now in heaven. Remember all the fun and the special times you all had together. All of you are so special and fun it your super special way. I love and miss you Lorri.
Keep your family close.
Kathy Williams Davenport West Class of 1979
April 17, 2019
On behalf of Barbara's class of 1979, at Davenport West, we send our condolences to Barbara and the family as well as thanks to Doug for his service to country. May he rest in the eternal peace he is so deserving of.
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