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Douglas Trusavage Obituary
EXETER — Douglas J. Trusavage, 60, Exeter, passed away on Monday, March 28, 2016, at the Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Plains Township.
Born in Kingston, he was the son of the late John Trusavage and Elyse Voitek-Trusavage.
Douglas was a graduate of Wyoming Valley West High School and attended Wilkes University and ran a commercial and residential electrical company.
In his spare time, Douglas enjoyed flying high above our valley as a private pilot and also his music as a talented drummer, pianist and songwriter.
Preceding him in death, in addition to his parents, was a sister, Debbie Trusavage.
Surviving are his wife of 37 years, the former Catherine Abate; daughters, Candace Trusavage, Carbondale, and Dawn Ide along with her husband Brent Ide, Hampton, Virginia; brother, Robert Trusavage and his wife Colleen and family, West Pittston; sister Sharon and her husband Richard Austin, Sweet Valley, along with numerous nieces and nephews.
Relatives and friends may call 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the Gubbiotti Funeral Home, 1030 Wyoming Ave., Exeter. Funeral services will be 9 a.m. Thursday from the funeral home, with a Mass of Christian Burial at St. John the Evangelist Church, William Street, Pittston, with the Rev. Peter Tomczak, as celebrant. Interment will be in St. John the Baptist Cemetery, Schooley Street, Exeter.
To send the family an expression of sympathy or an online condolence, please visit, www.gubbiottifh.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Douglas Trusavage
Stephen Meck
March 22, 2019
Miss ya man one thing you said to me and it will forever ring true is.. Once rock and roll is in your blood it will never come out Im still rockin now brother it will never leave me..
Thank you
Steve
Bill Prentiss
April 21, 2016
Cathy our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. So sorry for your loss. We made some good music together in Straight Up and had some really good times. I always enjoyed his company. He was truly special. May God bless you and your family.
Steve "dingy" Meck
April 19, 2016
My sincere condolences. I played bass in Straight Up with Doug and will never forget the great times we had. One of my interesting conversations with him is how he brought to my attention how Keith Moon hardly ever used a high-hat. He taught me a lot and I am forever grateful.
Noreen Gallagher(Shumbris)
April 2, 2016
Bobby, my son, had a great godfather. Doug was always a good friend. I miss the old days when we'd all get together for our children's birthday parties and cookouts and holidays.Cathy and Doug's wedding is a favorite memory. Being a bridesmaid for them was a special honor. My condolences to the entire family. Cathy and Doug will be together forever in eternity. I believe so.
Susan Preston
March 31, 2016
My dear cousin Doug. You will be forever missed. Love to Sharon and Bob, and family.
I am so sad for you.
Maryann Huk
March 31, 2016
Doug was the drummer in the first band I ever joined many many years ago. We used to arm wrestle to see who was stronger: keyboard players or drummers. I think he let me win. God bless you, Doug. My deepest condolences to the family.
Cheryl and Tom Combs
March 31, 2016
A person that departs from this earth never truly leaves, for they are still alive in our hearts and minds, through us, they live on. Our deepest condolences. (Josie's friends)
Sullivans
March 30, 2016
So sorry for your loss.
Dennis & Pam Chabala
March 30, 2016
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Doug was a good friend and fellow musician. May he rest in peace.
Mary Lou Callaio
March 30, 2016
Cathy and family,
My sympathy and prayers for your family.
Tony Gordon
March 30, 2016
A good man who taught me a lot and gave me a different way to look at the world he was wise, genuine, and dedicated to what he believed in. He was a positive influence to me when I needed it most. A long time friend, who will be missed dearly. My deepest condolences to the Trusavage family you will remain in my thoughts as will Doug forever
March 30, 2016
So sorry for your loss. Doug was a friend in music.
Tom Varano and The Glass Prism / Shenandoah
Boyd Kocher
March 29, 2016
Cathy,Candice, and Dawn,
I am so sorry for your loss.
Doug will always be in my thoughts.
Theresa Longobardi
March 29, 2016
Cathy and Family, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved Douglas.
May he Rest In Peace.
May God give you and your Family, peace.
God Bless you, all.
Mark Serafin
March 29, 2016
Lotsa memories of hanging out in your basement, playing records and playing your drums. Your garage was the best playhouse EVER!
Diane
March 29, 2016
R.I.P. Doug... God Bless You!
Love Always
Dawn Ide
March 29, 2016
Aunt Linda Tapia
March 29, 2016
Dawn, Brent, and family. I'm so sorry to learn of the loss of your Father, My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.
Shamus Ford
March 29, 2016
I'm sorry for your lose Cathy, Candace, and Dawn. God bless you all!
Diane Ide
March 29, 2016
Dear Cathy, Dawn and Candace, my thoughts and prayers are with you at this very sad and difficult time. I pray God gives you strength and peace to get through your loss. So very sorry! Love you! xo
justine borino
March 29, 2016
Trusavage Family,Thinkng of you with the passing of Doug;may he be at peace.Always enjoyed his company & conversation here at garage. Jim Borino
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