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Jan Larson
December 27, 2024
Doug will always be remembered with fond memories
Debbie
December 27, 2024
Dad, 14 years have gone by and we think about you all of the time. I still "Click Here" for the animals on the Animal Rescue Site every day. I wish you could have been here to see the 2024 Presidential election results. You, Grandpa Owen, Grandma Laura, Grandpa Rod and Grandma Jeanne all would be happy. We just celebrated Christmas - your favorite time for Johnny Mathis, spritz and pizelles, Walker's shortbread and malted milk balls. We love you! -Jeff, Debbie, Brooke, Laura, Archie, Violet and Kaz
August 30, 2015
Diane, i just spoke to a ret, N.W. pilot who new doug was so sorry to hear of his passing, you & yours have our deepest sympathy ; jim& mary roban
Jake Douglas-Tyrrell
December 24, 2014
Grandpa,
I remember when I used to sit on the floor in your office, talking about everything under the sun, and you calling me your "favorite grandson" (I'm the only one), but it meant a lot to me. I found myself laying in bed tonight, thinking about you and how much we all love you. You were gone too soon. I'll never forget Mom's words on that sad day when you were called to Heaven, but you're in a better place now. You'll always be close to me, in my heart, and one day I'll be with you again, we all will...
I love you Papa Dougie, and we'll see you soon.
Marlene Gross
December 30, 2011
Doug, I really miss your sence of humor' your love of animals. I really miss your willingness to always look something up on line for me. I know you are at peace up there. and please hug Rog for me.
Deirdre Wulff
December 29, 2011
Hi dad.
You are so greatly missed by all of us. I know you are in a better place where they bake Spritz cookies year round and you have an unlimited supply of cashews. I miss you in your blue robe and slippers on Christmas morning. And I play Johnny Mathis Christmas songs all of the time because I know you are listening :). I had a chocolate Checkers milkshake the other day, just for you.
This Christmas was not the same without you, but we will carry the wonderful memories we have of you with us always.
I love you and will see you again one day. Say hi to Baxter, Gizmo, Timber, Millie, Wednesday, Lily, Star, Sam and Flash. I know you are taking great care of them :)
Love
Deirdre, Jake, Grace, Nicholas and Frank
December 26, 2011
Like everyone else, it doesn't seem like a whole year has gone by. I still miss his delightfull animal emails and his thought provoking political ones. I so appreciate hearing from Debbie..her stories and pictures remind me of Doug.
Jan
Greg Shields
December 25, 2011
Merry Christmas Dianne and all your wonderful family. Every time we drive into the Lake Homes we think of Doug and all the work you two did to make our property more lovely.
May you all have a Blessed Christmas and 2012.
Greg and Laurie
December 25, 2011
Christmas time will always bring sweet memories of you, Dad... Spritz cookies, Walkers shortbread, Johnny Mathis Christmas songs, and searching for the perfect Blue Spruce Christmas tree. You wishing we would hurry up and open our presents from Santa on Christmas morning so we could eat breakfast. Even though these things make me feel sad today, I know in the future, these memories of you will give me great comfort and make me smile.
Merry Christmas, Dad. We love you and we miss you. You were the best!
Debbie, Jeff, Brooke and Laura
JNK
December 24, 2011
To my gentle giant of a man.
Miss you buddy'
December 24, 2011
Merry Christmas Dianne, Deb, Dierdre, and entire family,
We think often of the good times and visits we had. Very good memories. Whether it was in Minnesota or Florida, the time together was always special.
Gary & Carol Heskin
December 24, 2011
Dianne and Debbie,
It was many, many years since I saw Doug and it was only at his memorial service in Minnesota that I met you, Dianne, and Debbie. Even though the reconnection with Doug was only through emails and a phone call or two, I felt a sense of closeness. Perhaps it was from recalling the fun and adventure we had playing together as preteens… in his house, in the park, and on his garage roof. They were good times, and like all kids, we were so unaware of the beautiful times, loving people, and challenges that await us as we get old.
Doug contacted me "out of the blue"at a time when one of his greatest challenges was just reaching a very difficult period. What I learned from him was that optimism and good spirit does not have to succumb to ill health… that family, friends, and pets defined his real life outside of work, and that he knew how to love.
I'm sorry I did not get to see him again, but I feel lucky that we reconnected, even for a short while.
Jerry Rossow
Keith Maxwell
December 24, 2011
He was a fun guy , I miss seeing Him at the RNPA get togethers . Always Smiling and upbeat even though He was so sick .Character , boy he had character .Merry Christmas to Him and all the Family .
keith anderson
December 24, 2011
Dear Dianne,
As we all know we will miss our great friend Doug, especially at this time of year, each year. In between those reminders we all share happy memories of this wonderful man. My most favorite memories are of Doug and his menagerie of little, furry creatures eating peanuts from his hands while you were enjoying your home at Superior Shores. And he had names for all of them!!
My thoughts are with you and your Family.
Best Wishes,
Keith Anderson
Tom Weidenkopf
December 24, 2011
Diane,
Hope you will come to the MN Club in St. Pete this 'winter'!!
December 23, 2011
Dear Debbie,
Thanks for the email.
I worked with Doug many times, always enjoyed that big smile, great sense of humor, and his larger than life laugh. He was a good guy, one of the best.
I wish you and your family a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
Sincerely,
John E. NePage
Northwest Pilot, Retired
December 23, 2011
Dianne,
I miss Doug and his emails. He always liked to converse about trucking besides flying. Fact is he had me meet him and go on a delivery run to Iowa one night so I could drive and practice before I started to drive for Ruan during the '76 strike. Also remember all of you being stranded when the flood washed out the bridge. Doug was always a pleasure to fly with. Remember the four of us going up Pike's Peak together and having Doug's favorite chicken fried steak that evening.
Merry Christmas to you and all the family.
Love,
Howie & Marilyn
December 23, 2011
Dearest Debbie and Family So good to hear from you. Hardly realize that your Pa left us over a year ago???? A wonderful, kind, funny, respectful man has passed our way. He will be forever remembered as one of a kind. You and family must be forever very Proud of the kind of man he was.
your cyber pen-pals from sodak. Jerry and Mary Ann Krueger
December 23, 2011
Dianne
I remember so well Doug visiting our Barber shop on your Christmas visit home. I do miss him and wish you all peace and blessings this Christmas.
George- Parkway Barbers
December 23, 2011
Debbie and Family,
I was honored to play a small part in getting your father's obituary into the next issue of our Retired NWA pilots magazine. Hard to believe that a dashing and handsome fellow did not like to be photographed.
Merry Christmas to you and your family.
Donnis L. Bergman retired NWA pilot
December 23, 2011
Having started with Doug at NWA and living through all the turmoil through the years , I found that Doug was one that would always provide the stability and reason to the process and make all what would transpire more palitable . I also found renewed interest in polishing rocks from his memory . Miss him as you do . John O Syverson
December 23, 2011
Dear Dianne and Family. We really miss Doug's e-mails. We have kept all that he sent that last few months that he lived. We hope you and yours are doing well at this time of year,and we know that your Christmases will never be the same without Doug, but we do hope and pray that it will get better for you all. Debbie has been a god send and we have been talking back and forth by e-mail. What a blessing she has been. Love Bob & Ruth Johnson
J K
December 23, 2011
Dear Dianne,Debbie, Deirdre and family,
Doug was a wonderful person. It is with fond memories that I think back to when all of you lived next door to me. I remember seeing Doug out in your fenced yard playing with Tiger - tossing a frisbee or Tiger would be running through the sprinkler. Doug and I shared a common interest - dogs! We all loved dogs. Doug was also so nice to my brother and got him his first job at a gas station. I remember Debbie coming over to "play" with my Dad and "helping" him in his big garden. She was (and still is!) such a cute girl! Deirdre came along later so Debbie didn't have many playmates back then. My own Dad loved having her as his assistant gardener.
Doug' memorial service in June of this year was memorable and moving. There was a tent set up near the grave and it was needed because it rained during the service. It was almost as if the heavens were crying, too. Granddaughter Brooke wrote some beautiful words and played her recorder so nicely while everyone sang "Amazing Grace." Granddaughter Laura wrote about how her Grandpa called her "Meatball" because she loved meatballs. Grandchildren Jake and Grace also had wonderful things to say about their Grandpa as did many people at the gathering. Grandson Nicholas was too small to say or write anything but he was there, too. May Doug rest in peace.
I know from experience that this first Christmas without Doug will be very hard but rest assured that he is in heaven and is smiling down on you, plus all of your family and friends will be praying for you. You all did your very best to help Doug in every way possible and I think that was very pleasing in God's sight. You thought of Doug, not yourself. We don't know why God brought Doug home last Christmas Day but we do know that the Bible says in Romans 14:8, "Whether we live or die, we are the Lord's." My heart goes out to you and know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Your former neighbors, Victor and Divina, also send you a message of love and their prayers. They don't have a computer so I am sending their thoughts along to you.
I hope you all have a peaceful Christmas and may you continue to walk and grow in God's love and grace.
Love and hugs,
Judy K. & Charlie Brown
Regina Erkenbrack
December 23, 2011
Diane, it's hard to believe its been a year since God called Doug home. Doug was a great friend to my dad and my dad to him. My dad still talks about how he got a rose from Doug at the Memorial Service. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Love Gina
December 20, 2011
Diane, We looked for the Memorial Service for Doug and must have missed it? Life is all about the little things,smiles, jokes,hello& frendship...
Sherri & Alberic
December 20, 2011
Dear Diane and family. It hardly seems possible that a year has passed. In our hearts the light of love, strength and positive thoughs that Doug always gave to his friends and family does live on. We miss his e-mails and the memories that we shared when he was well and alive and continue to make us smile when we think of him. God Bless,
Barb and Larry
Toni Bloechl Wilburn
December 19, 2011
Dear Dianne,
It's hard to believe that almost a year has passed since we lost Doug. Christmas Day will never be the same for you, I'm sure. I know that you have lots of family around to keep you busy and happy. You and Doug were always an inspiration to me-always positive and ever the great senses of humor! Don't ever lose that! I think of Doug every day when I click on the Animal Rescue sight! He was an awesome advocate for animals-I love that about him! Much love and many hugs to you this Christmas.
Rosie Schluter
December 16, 2011
Diane and family and friends... It's been almost a year since I wrote about the fond memory I had of Doug and the time he forgot to put the top on their hot air pop corn popper and there was popcorn all over their kitchen. But he just grinned. I loved his attitude.
I had never had that happen. But for the past couple of months - even though I check it - the top of my hot air popper has blown off three times and I've had to dash back to try to contain all the corn popping all over the counter and the floor! I can almost hear Doug laughing!
Heather Kelly
February 20, 2011
Uncle Snort was one of the smartest guys I ever met. I am so proud to have called him my uncle. I feel fortunate to have so many fond memories of him and our family together. Christmas Eve at Grandma's and hiding Thor's presents just to name a few! I always loved hearing his stories about flying planes and his travels around the world. Even after all he had accomplished he was so modest about everything.
Every time I saw him he made sure to ask me all about my schooling, the classes I was taking, he wanted to know details about what I was learning and how work was going. I was so impressed by his infinite wisdom, his sense of humor and wit, his perserverance and strength. But his love for animals is what touches me the most and what I will forever remember. He cared so much for the well being of animals and I'm sure all of his birds, cats, dogs and horses appreciated! His kind heart will be missed!
January 28, 2011
Dear Doug,
We had not seen each other since high school, so all my memories are very old. When we were in grade school at Farnsworth we played together after school, mostly at your home by Phalen Park. We would climb on your garage roof, stand in your Mom's "jiggling/shaking" weight-reducing machine (a machine that was probably outlawed years later for simply re-arranging organs), and playing with your pets.
We had fun together, then we went our own ways. Only about a year ago you ran across my name on the internet, and we began to communicate again.
I'm sad you are gone, because I really hoped to see you again. The only member of your family I feel I know, now, is your daughter Debbie. She has been wonderful through this tough period. You must have been (and still are) really grateful for having brought her into your life.
I wish her, your wife and all your family the best, especially the feeling of peace that you are OK. I will be at your memorial service in Minnesota later this year.
Love,
Jerry Rossow
Bob Lowenthal
January 10, 2011
Hello Doug,
Well, I’m sorry to hear that you have “flown West” on your last trip. I’ll miss you, buddy.
I remember you telling me the origin of that term. In ancient Egypt they would take the mummified remains of the Pharaoh across the Nile and into the western desert for burial. Everyone’s last trip was “heading West.”
I’m sure your family will miss you terribly, but you will all be together again.
You were about 5 years younger than me, but you signed up at Northwest two weeks ahead of me and so were senior to me by about 4 numbers. This meant we were usually flying the same planes in the same seat to the same destinations. We rarely got the chance to actually fly together. But we got to spend lots of layovers together in Tokyo or Hong Kong or Frankfurt. And we got to spend a lot of time sitting on reserve in New York or Detroit talking about family, friends, hobbies, etc, etc. They would have been painfully long periods of time but for the friendship and camaraderie we all shared.
When we finally did fly together we had some exciting times. When last we spoke, you reminded me of the time we flew in and out of large typhoons several times. I couldn’t believe my eyes when I saw that weather chart! There were Four typhoons in the Western Pacific all heading for Japan at the same time!
That was a fun time. Not exactly scary, but quite demanding.
You were a quiet sort of a chap and very cool under pressure. It was always relaxing to fly with you.
So, I guess the next time I see you will be when I check in at the Pearly Gates. It looks like you will still be senior to me. You will probably be giving flight instruction to some young angels.
Give my best wishes to your beautiful family.
Your buddy,
Bob
January 10, 2011
I have known Doug for many years and will miss him. I was probably the last Northwest Pilot to visit him before he passed away he was in great spirits and still talked about flying, which he loved. He had great support from his family but he left us too soon. Dennis Olden, Tampa, FL
Toni Wilburn
January 10, 2011
Dear Doug,
You are now at peace and rest forever, in a place where we will join you when it's our time. None of us were ready to let you go, but God had other plans, and He knows best! You will be missed so much by so many. We'll all miss your awesome e-mails! Dianne, Debbie, Dierdre and all of the grandkids will be in our thoughts and prayers. We will talking and thinking about you for a long time to come. You were an extraordinary animal lover and I thank you for sharing that with me. You'll be rewarded for that! "Whatever you do for the least of my creation, you do for me".
Dear Di, Deb, Dierdre and little ones,
I wish you healing and happiness in the near future. Doug was a terrific man with a heart of gold. I'll miss him.
Lots of aloha and hugs,
Toni Bloechl Wilburn (Steve and Griz, too)
January 10, 2011
Dear Dianne and Family
Lyle Prouse
January 10, 2011
Barbara and I join everyone else in sending condolences to Dianne and all the Wulff family.
Doug was a good man and those of us at Northwest were blessed with his friendship.
Blue skies,
Lyle and Barbara Prouse
William Day
January 9, 2011
Dear Dianne and Family,
We feel like we were present during Doug's valient fight, thanks to Debbie's e-mail messages. What a faithful daughter.
Doug was a fully alive man. We loved his open mind and zeal for peple. I will miss seeing him on the North Shore.
You will continue to be uplifted in our prayers.
Bill and Lynn Day
January 9, 2011
Dianne and Family
Our Love and support go out to you and your Family at this time. You were all such a support to Doug in his battle.It was my pleasure to have known Doug as a friend and customer for many years. I will miss him. I was so fortunate to speak with Doug shortly before his passing.
May God Bless you all.
George Falzone
January 8, 2011
Doug was a fine man, and he fought an heroic fight. My heart goes out to the family that stood by him to the end and never gave up.
Godspeed, with the wind at your back, Doug!
Art Partridge
Steve & Ann Marlow
January 8, 2011
Dianne and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Patricia Jowers
January 8, 2011
Dear Dianne, My deepest condolences to you and your family. I miss the daily emails from Doug that made me smile. Doug's love of animals was profound -- he inspired me to be more proactive and generous to our four legged friends. I will miss his positive attitude and his kindness. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
keith anderson
January 8, 2011
Hello Dianne,
We have all lost a great friend and a truely dedicated person. I will miss him on the Northshore as will all his furry little friends!
Best to you and your family during these difficult days.
Keith Anderson
Janet/Joe Baron
January 8, 2011
Dear Diane and Family,
Our condolences go out to you. Doug was always a professional, competent pilot who was a pleasure to work with on Northwest.
Joe and Gale Fouraker
January 8, 2011
Doug was such a loyal friend and help for my wife, Gale, and I thru her bone marrow transplant. He was one of the good guys in our initial class at Northwest. We'll miss him. Dianne, I know it is a great loss for you and we want to be there if you need anything. Please stay in contact with our group.
Joe and Gale Fouraker
Dick Wakefield
January 8, 2011
Doug always had a nice smile for everyone. We will miss him.
Gordy Neumann
January 7, 2011
My heart goes out to you Diane and the family. We go way back to the days of "Wulff Family Mortuary". Prayers are with you. My brother in law Bert Kuiper sends his condolences as well being a former NWA pilot.
January 7, 2011
Dear Diane, Deb ,Deidre and family,
Larry and I have fond memories of a neighbor and friend. We lit a candle for him in Switzerland when he was battling cancer and we were so happy when he got thru that. We prayed for him for a heart transplant and our prayers were answered. again but then the Lord said Doug I need you here.
I will miss Doug's fun sense of humor and his passing along info on one of his "pet" projects. We will all carry on where he left off and keep his spirit alive.
Larry and Barb Kimmerling, Redington Shores, Fl.
January 7, 2011
Dear Dianne and Family. Our hearts go out to you and your family as we know you have had a great loss. Doug was so funny and yet at times he could be very serious. We are going to miss his political e-mails and picutures of all the animals and of course the pictures of the planes. He helped Bob mentally when Bob had cancer 4 years ago and his now in remission. We thank him for all his encouragement that he gave Bob at that time. We also want to thank you for being such wonderful neighbors in Cannon Falls. We are so glad we met you both. We could go on and on about Doug but it was his family that was with him through thick and thin. You are all to be blessed. God be with you and your family at this time and you can be sure that someday we will see Doug again. Bob & Ruth Johnson
Le Anne Ottmann
January 7, 2011
Doug shared so much fun, so much compassion, so much laughter through his emails he has been missed for months.
I believe computers everywhere glow a little dimmer now. I wish you peace, strength and happy memories every moment of every day.
Chet White
January 7, 2011
Farewell fellow aviator, God be you and your family.
Love
w tom werdin
January 7, 2011
Our deep sympathy to Diane and family... a wonderful guy, reliable and trustworthy pilot.
Tom and Jan Werdin <
Vic Britt
January 7, 2011
Doug had a tough go and he was quite brave through it all. I met Doug in May 1970 when he was one of the earliest at Northwest to check out as first officer on the B-747. He was always laid back and a good guy to work with, and a very competent pilot.
Bill Waterbury
January 7, 2011
Diane;You all will be in our prayers--Doug was a great guy-
Regina Erkenbrack
January 7, 2011
I will never forget the day Debbie and I talked about our dads meeting each other and how we both thought that they would never hit it off, boy were we wrong, Doug and Roger became the best of friends, my dad would spend hours with Doug in his office. Doug was a great friend to my dad and a great guy to have for a neighbor. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Love Gina Erkenbrack
roger moberg
January 7, 2011
Diane and family, May you all be comforted by the many memories Doug left with you. You are all to be commended for the way you cared for and supported him in his long wait for the new heart and then for many acts of love during these final months. He was a great example to us all in facing and fighting his illness. Our prayers for you continue. Rog Moberg, NWA (ret)
January 7, 2011
Dearest Diane and Family: What an ordeal you have been through! We sincerely pray that God gives you strength to endure such a great loss!!Being of Doug's lineage gives you great memories and of a life lived to it's fullest. It was such genuine pleasure to share the cockpit with such a quality pilot and wonderful person. You are of quality stock if you are Doug's family!!!
With the utmost sympathy and condolences Jerry and Mary Ann Krueger
Dick Dodge
January 7, 2011
Dear Diane and family, words don't come easily at a time like this. I will just say that Doug was a great guy to know and to work with and I feel that my life was en-richened by having known him. He was a man of integrity, compassion, and a true professional when it came to his job. He will be missed by all of us.
You remain in Gail's and my prayers for peace and comfort.
January 7, 2011
My prayers and thoughts are with you. It will get better. Bruce Armstrong
Grandpa Doug, Grandma Di, Brooke, Laura and Scooby having fun in Florida in July 2010
Debbie Nelson
January 7, 2011
Linda Wulff
January 5, 2011
When we were kids we had fun.
Jessica Martinez
January 4, 2011
My prayers are with you.
Rosie Schluter
January 4, 2011
It's been many years since we've see Doug and his family but we've treasured the memories. Just last week I smiled while doing chores out here in the country when I thought of the time I stopped by their farm and when walking in the kitchen door I saw popcorn all over the room! Doug explained he had forgotten to put the top on the air popper when he was called to do something else. But he had such a good attitude and a grin. It's been an example for my life. Bye for now.
January 3, 2011
Diane, Life go on its not always fair...
Sherri read about Dougs death sunday morning. I prayed for you & family at mass.I will always remember the smile and the way Doug played Owen like a harp... He would look at me and say what do you think...Sherri & Alberic Cardinal, Vadnais Heights, MN
Polly Kruger
January 3, 2011
Diane and family I was so sorry to hear about Doug. Karen Bergren and sister, Lee Rose, have been keeping me updated on his journey. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. God bless
Wayne & Sharen Bloechl
January 2, 2011
Dianne, Debra, Deirdre and Family, we're so sorry to hear about Doug. Although we moved to different areas of the country we still kept in touch - know he touched a number of lives and will be missed. You are in our prayers. Your Cousin
Barb & Bob Evans
January 2, 2011
Our condolences to Doug,s family. The most important thing we want to say is that Doug was truly the epitome of a nice man. We know he touched many lives and made all he met see him as a special friend. We missed him last summer at SSLH and we will continue to miss this great man.
All the families pets will also all those treats.
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