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Douglas DeMerchant Obituary
Born in Providence, RI on May 6, 1932 he was the son of the late Oscar L. and Ethel (Kee) DeMerchant.
Mr. DeMerchant was a carpenter by trade and was employed at Electric Boat in Groton, CT for many years before retiring.
Doug was a life member of the Richmond Carolina Volunteer Fire Dept. and had obtained the rank of Captain. He was an avid woodworker and enjoyed making his replica models of toys that would be in demand at many fire department raffles in the Carolina community. He also enjoyed collecting antiques and spending time with his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren, playing cards and attending his grandchildren and great grandchildren's local sporting events.
He will be sadly missed by his three children, Lorna Caulfield (Brian) of Ashaway, RI, Julie DeMerchant and her former husband (Paul Forbes) of Charlestown, RI and Keith DeMerchant (Brenda) of Charlestown, RI. He was the loving grandfather of Amy, John, Lindsey, Matthew, Kyle and Emily. He also leaves his six great grandchildren his sister, Joyce Davies of Boulder, CO and his sister-in-law Carol DeMerchant of Carolina, RI. He was predeceased by his 3 brothers, Oscar, John and Murray DeMerchant. He also leaves behind his two beloved cats and companions, Nugget and Newt.
The DeMerchant family will greet relatives and friends on Sunday March 5, 2023 from 4-7 PM at the S.R. Avery Funeral Home, 3A Bank St. Hope Valley, RI. Funeral service will be held on Monday at 10:00 AM at the Rhode Island Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 301 So.County Trail, Exeter. Attendees are asked to arrive to the cemetery by 9:45 AM at the administration building.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Doug's name to the Special Olympics, 370 George Washington Hwy, Smithfield, RI 02917.
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Jean Barrie
March 7, 2023
Dear DeMerchant Family, Though it has been a few years since I've seen Mr DeMerchant, I wanted you all to know that I thought of him and Mary as kind neighbors. When they saw me on my daily walk, they would often stop and say hello. You have a lovely family whom I have enjoyed knowing and will be praying for you during this time of sorrow. Sincerely, Jean Barrie
Martha B. Jacques
March 4, 2023
Doug DeMerchant is the father of my "nephew by marriage", Keith, since he is married to my niece Brenda. I send my love and condolences to Keith, Brenda and the rest of the family.
Norm DeMerchant
March 4, 2023
Dearest DeMerchant family,
I did not know Doug personally but my Grandfather Arnold did and I believe that Doug would visit my grandparents with Oscar when he was young. My Great Grandmother (Minnie) and Great Grandfather (Stillman) helped to raise Oscar after the untimely death of his mother in 1895. That bond remained while Oscar was living.
Deepest condolences to our American family from your New Brunswick cousins.
Barry & France Jordan
March 4, 2023
To the family of Doug, we are very sorry for your loss. He was such a nice gentleman. May he RIP.
Joseph Romanello
March 4, 2023
Julie and family, I am shocked and saddened to learn of Dad´s sudden passing. I will never meet a kinder, gentler soul and I consider myself lucky to have known him! Take comfort in knowing that he is reunited with his beloved Mary in paradise. My deepest condolences to his amazing family who are the testament of his greatness.
Steven D Chester
March 3, 2023
Lorna and Brian sorry for your loss.
Alan L Wright
March 3, 2023
I am sorry to the Demerchant family. God bless you all. He was a real good guy and person.
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