Douglas A. Kemper

Douglas Kemper Obituary

KEMPER Douglas A. Kemper, 31, of Atlantic Beach, Florida, died Friday, March 25, 2005 at Shands Hospital in Jacksonville. Doug was born June 22, 1973 in Muncie, Indiana to Allen and Connie Kemper of Greenfield, Indiana. He was in the U.S. Navy from 1991 to 1997, serving aboard the USS Aubrey Fitch. He was employed by Metal Sales Manufacturing Corporation in Jacksonville for the past three years. Besides his parents, Doug is survived by his wife, Mary Kathryn Kemper, his three children: Tori Kathryn (10 yrs), David Allen (8 yrs) and Taylor Marie (4 yrs), his two brothers, Tom and Mike, and his grandmother, Vivian Thornburg,. Viewing will be at the Hardage Giddens Funeral Home, 4115 Hendricks, Wednesday evening from 6:00 to 8:00 pm, followed by a brief prayer service. Doug will be buried at the Grove Lawn Cemetery in Pendleton, Indiana. The family asks that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to The Kemper Children Fund. Donations may be left at the Funeral Home or mailed to The Kemp er Children Fund, c/o R. Stevenson, PO Box 9, Georgetown, FL 32139. Please Sign the Guestbook @ Jacksonville.com

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Published by Florida Times-Union on Mar. 29, 2005.

Memories and Condolences
for Douglas Kemper

10 Entries

Jim and Susie Rea

April 1, 2005

I don't know what to say, only we are deeply sorry for your loss. We have heard so much about the boys, we felt like we knew them...Again...Allen, Connie and the family...we are sorry.....

Samantha Stevenson

March 31, 2005

Uncle Doug,

You will never know how much I love you and always will. I just can't believe your life was taken so soon. You were truly a great father, husband, uncle, and son. I just want you to know I will never forget about you or your smile. God must have had bigger plans for you. I know you are up there watching over me and hopefully smiling and proud of what I'm doing with my life. I just hope you save a spot for all of us at the pearly white gates. So for now it's not goodbye it's see ya later. RIP and may your soul live on forever. I Love You so much.

Love always!!!!

Joe

March 31, 2005

Doug I am gonna miss you and I know you are watching over me. You were like the brother that I never had, no matter how small or large my problems were you were always there to help. My thoughts and prayers are with you FOREVER.

Bobi Holt

March 31, 2005

Friendship is a chapter in one's book of life that takes many years to tell and is written in the hearts of friends. It's written by understanding people, like Doug, who know each other's thoughts, feelings and desires, oh, so well. The pages in the chapter of friendship have some moments of excitement, some of tears and some of laughter. Everyday is like a new adventure and what's around the corner no one ever knows. Friendship is a story that unfolds in trust, tenderness and loyalty. Each and every friend, like Doug, becoming a precious treasure enriching our lives. Doug has enriched so many of our lives, and touched our hearts in so many ways. My deepest sympathies to Doug's family and friends, especially those at Eastport Tavern.

Jamie & Brad

March 30, 2005

Doug was a great guy who will be missed. We enjoyed playing pool with him at Eastport, he was always so fun to be around and could always make you smile. I offer my sympathy to his family but just know the good lord is taking care of him now.

Jamie Rottinghaus (Johnson)

March 29, 2005

As I said on the wonderful memorial tribute page the funeral home has, Doug was one of my best friends through elementary school. Most of my childhood memories include him in some way. He was always such fun to be around and so quick to laugh! I have thought of him often over the years. I am sorry that we hadn't kept in touch. If we had, I would have told him how beautiful the kids are! The pictures posted on the funeral homes web-site are wonderful! I feel lucky to have known Doug, even if for such a short while, so long ago. I will miss and remember him always! My thoughts and prayers will be with you all forever!!!

Darrell Arndt

March 29, 2005

Doug was always the best to me, I am sure he will be greatly missed by his family and freinds, I am sorry for your loss. My heartfelt condolences go out to his family. Bless you all.

Susan Wallace

March 29, 2005

God Bless you Doug and your family, may they find comfort in knowing that you are at true peace now!!!

Robert Carter

March 29, 2005

We will miss you Doug.

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