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Douglas Claassen Obituary
July 14, 1951 - March 14, 2024
Morro Bay, California - Douglas John Claassen, 72, of Morro Bay, CA, passed away on March 14, 2024. Doug was a very thoughtful and caring person who loved his family and friends with all of his heart. He is survived by his wife Kathy of 39 years, daughters Megan Baldwin, Mallory (Arlen) Diepenbrock, and Michelle Claassen, and his two grandsons Garrett & Daniel Baldwin who brought tremendous joy to his life. He also leaves behind his mother Dorothy Claassen, mother-in-law Lois Crye, sister-in-law Marilyn Ward, niece Sara Hernandez.
A celebration of Doug's life will be held at the Morro Bay Community Center, 1001 Kennedy Way in Morro Bay, on Saturday, May 11, at 11:00. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the City of Morro Bay, volunteer police program at 850 Morro Bay Blvd, Morro Bay, CA 93442.
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Memories and Condolences
for Douglas Claassen
Judi Sherwood
April 11, 2024
My heart goes out to Kathy and family. I will always remember Doug for his quiet strength and love for his family. They can rest in comfort knowing that they will see him again in heaven.
Dela Cardenas and family
April 7, 2024
My heart is saddened for the family, staff and friends. The Dunes will not be the same without Doug. I will miss his smile and good heart. My sincere condolences to Kathy and family. Prayers for peace and strength for all.
Sincerely,
Dela Cardenas
Marilyn Ward
April 3, 2024
Doug and his grandsons...
Jan Garrity
April 3, 2024
Doug was truly kind, hard working, and loved Kathy and the girls so much. He had the greatest smile and sense of humor. We will miss him. He was a neighborhood icon. Seeing Doug and his grandson Garrett mowing the grass circle was so sweet. Stopping by for a moment to chat on his way to or from Morro Dunes was always a pleasure. Praying for comfort and peace for his family´s hearts. May they be blessed by all their wonderful memories of Doug.
Danielle Bronson
April 2, 2024
When you hear the phrase family men, Doug is who comes to mind. The love he showed for his family is truly a example to behold. He will be missed but may his legacy of adventure and love continue to inspire us all.
Kendra Cruzalegui
April 2, 2024
Such a sweet, kind man who loved his family with all his heart. He will be so missed. May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate his life.
Dena Bellman
April 2, 2024
Doug was so proud of his girls! You all brought him so much joy, his face lit up when he spoke about you and all of your accomplishments and endeavors. We were so lucky to have him join our family, I know he shook his head a lot at the Sherwood shenanigans, and then he'd join right in! Love you all so much...
Marilyn Ward
April 1, 2024
Heaven is an even more special place now... God gave our family this most special man for about 40 years, but we prayed for many more. We miss him every day, our hearts are broken. His beloved grandsons are our joy and we know we will all meet again. Until then, we have memories of so many special times as a family.
So much to thank God for...
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