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Douglas F. Tibbles

1940 - 2023

Douglas F. Tibbles obituary, 1940-2023, Greenfield, MA

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Douglas Tibbles Obituary

Douglas F. Tibbles

Greenfield , MA - Douglas Tibbles passed away April 12, 2023 at the age of 83.

Born and raised in Los Angeles, CA, he graduated from University High School and attended courses at UCLA. His first marriage produced three children, Amy, John and Doug Jr.

With a natural comic flair and a way with words, he gravitated toward script writing for television comedy. His credits include "The Munsters", "Bewitched", "My Three Sons", "The Andy Griffith Show", "Love, American Style", "Family Affair", "Chico and the Man", "The Doris Day Show", "Mayberry R.F.D.", and "The Raquel Welch Special", among others.

He formed a production company with a partner and soon met Barbara Keith, a singer/songwriter about to sign with Warner Brothers. They fell in love, turned their backs on Hollywood, and began a musical odyssey that would take them to her native New England, where Doug realized his life-long dream of becoming a drummer and Barbara honed her skills. Joined by son John and later Doug,Jr., they formed the band The Stone Coyotes. Over three decades they released fifteen albums and toured extensively.

In recent years Doug turned increasingly to visual art. What had begun with the band's album covers expanded to collage, drawing, and digital expression. His work will be on display soon at several local venues and galleries.

At his request, there will be no service. Instead, watch The Munsters, listen to his great drumming with The Stone Coyotes, enjoy his art, and remember the humor, charm, talent and power of our beloved Doug Tibbles.

He is survived by his wife Barbara, children Amy, John and Doug Jr., grandson John Tibbles, sisters Georgia Tibbles, Angela Westengard-Bush, Christine McBurney, and four great-grandchildren.

McCarthy Funeral Homes entrusted with Doug's care and arrangements. For those who wish to share remembrances of Doug, you may visit his Tribute Wall at www.mccarthyfuneralhomes.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Recorder on Apr. 20, 2023.

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Daniel Hight

April 6, 2024

Rest in peace, brother student-of-the-drum. Hope that your final days here were comfortable. Your encouragement remains with me long after hanging-up my sticks. May your heavenly drumset be as much - or as little - as ever you desired. May your heavenly jam mates be tolerable until Barbara & the others join you. I will look you up if they let me in.

Jeff Baker

May 28, 2023

My sympathies to Mr. Tibbles' friends and family. One of the shows he wrote in the 70s, "Magic Mongo," inspired me to try my hand at writing and performing myself. Still a writer! Thanks Mr. Tibbles! "Hey, no problem!"

Tzivia Gover

May 16, 2023

I was so sorry to hear of Doug's passing. I'm offering my heartfelt condolences to Barb, John, and all of his family and friends. May his memory be a blessing, always.

Holly Foster

May 13, 2023

I always enjoyed visiting with Barb and Doug when they would come to Foster's and shop.I really enjoyed hearing about Doug's many adventures he had in life.I am so sorry for your loss.He was a wonderful man.

Will C U Again

May 10, 2023

Will forever listen to his great drumming with The Stone Coyotes, enjoy his art, and remember the humor, charm, talent and power of Doug Tibbles.

Jennifer Nichols

April 22, 2023

Barbara, I just happened to bring up the recorder online, as I am now living in Maine.
I am deeply saddened about Doug's passing and so very sorry for your loss.

Peter Bartini

April 21, 2023

Barb and family
I am so very sorry to hear ,,,, what a great guy you are all in my thoughts
Peter Bartini

susan deangelis

April 21, 2023

Barb so sorry to hear about Doug such a sweet man hugs to you prayers for your family

Richard Sallee

April 20, 2023

Sorry to hear that Doug has passed, will listen to the great music he made with the rest of the family in memory. Still remember when they started the band. My deepest condolences to the family. Prayers. Sincerely Rich Sallee

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