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Douglas MacArthur Obituary
After courageously battling cancer, Doug MacArthur passed away at his home on November 4, 2012, 64 years after his birth on December 21, 1947, in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.
Doug married his high school sweetheart, Joan, in 1966. They moved to Chicago where Doug began working for Bridgestone/Firestone and where he was still employed at the time of his death, having given 45 hears of service. After 17 years in the Chicago area, he was transferred to California and spent the next 29 years in Covina. In April, Doug and Joan moved to Four Seasons in Beaumont, California to embark on the life of retirement.
Grateful for his devotion to his family and having shared his life are his wife of 46 years, Joan; two sons, Michael of Channahon, Illinois and Steven of Star, Idaho; two daughters, Christine Bernier of Mission Viejo, California and Karen MacArthur of San Dimas, California; eight grandchildren, Jordan, Perri, John, Charlsey, Grayson, Seth, Joey and Gage; daughter-in-law, Tracie MacArthur; son-in-law, Richard Bernier; brother, Darrel MacArthur of New York and a multitude of extended family and friends.
Doug was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Merlyn.
Greatly missed by all who loved him, he will forever be in our hearts as a loving husband, father, grandfather and good friend as well as a loyal and honorable man.
Memorial service Sunday, November 18, 2012, at 11:00 AM, Weaver Mortuary, 1177 Beaumont Avenue, Beaumont, California.
Memories and condolences may be shared at weaver-mortuary.com
Arrangements were entrusted to Weaver Mortuary, Beaumont, California
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Memories and Condolences
for Douglas MacArthur
Joan MacArthur Feistner
November 20, 2012
Dear Joan and Family,
Our South Dakota MacArthur family wants to express our sincere sympathy to you all. We will never forget his smile and sense of humor. Take care... Joan MacArthur Feistner
Kul Dosanjh
November 15, 2012
Chris and Family: We are deeply sorry for your family's loss. We love you and are here if you need us. CEP Family, Orange Coast Memorial
Jayne Thompson
November 14, 2012
Dear Joni,
I am so sorry to hear about Doug. Please know that you and your entire family are in my thoughts and prayers every night. I wish that there was something that I could do for you, just know that you are thought of and that I am sending you a big hug.
November 13, 2012
Douglas Macarthur Family,
May you find comfort in knowing God will never leave us in time of trouble Grieving is never easy. Rely on family and friends for comfort.
DB NJ
Dennis & Debbie Seel
November 12, 2012
Dear Joan and Family,
We can not even to begin to tell you how much Doug will be missed. We have been friends for many years and you both have been such a big part of our family. We love you all and you are in our thoughts and prayers. Please let us know if we can help you in any way.
Your Friends Always,
November 12, 2012
We are so sorry to hear of Doug's passing. If there is anything we can do, please let us know.
May God bless you and your family.
Judy and Mike Puczyk
Diane Swailes
November 12, 2012
My Dearest Joanie
I am so sorry to learn of your loss. I do not know any words to ease your pain, but please know that you and your family are in my daily thoughts.
Sue & Bob Cooper
November 11, 2012
Dear Joan and Family, as one of your newest neighbors on the street, we are so sorry that we did not have the opportunity to get to know Doug. That truly is our loss. You and your family are in our prayers and if you ever need anything, please call us. May God bless you during this difficult time. Sue and Bob Cooper
November 10, 2012
Dear Joan and Family, as your next-door neighbor, we had the opportunity for short little visits with you and Doug a number of times before he was diagnosed. Just like you Joan, we thought there would be pleanty of time to develop a friendship but unfortunately, that was not to be. Words are so inadequate when expressing sorrow for you and your family's loss but, we are so very sorry. Let us be a neighbor you can call on. We keep you and your family in prayer, Ed and Kathy Stout
Kim and Richard Larini
November 8, 2012
Dear Joan and Family, it is unfortunate that your new neighbors didn't get the chance to get to know Doug better. We are sure this is a freat loss for all of us. It sounds like he was a wonderful man and husband. Please know you and all your family are in our hearts and our prayers at this time. Your friends and neighbors, Kim and Richard Larini
Sue Goodman
November 8, 2012
Joan I am so sorry about your husband! I am so sorry I will not be able to be there I will be out of town. Call me if you need anything now or later. I am still at Royal Oak in the library. Your in my thoughts!
Sue Goodman
November 7, 2012
Dear Joni and family, I am so sorry for your loss of Doug. He's in heaven watching over all of his loved ones now. Take care and God bless you all Cheyrl Crandall
Cindi Bailey
November 7, 2012
Koni,
I'm so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family. I wish I was able to be at the services-please know that I am with you in spirit... Love CB
November 7, 2012
My Dear Joni and family,
My heart aches for you and I know how your heart aches. Know that you are in my prayers and that Doug and God are with you taking care of you. There are no words I can say to ease your pain, that only time will start to heal. Rest assured that you had the best.....a blessing few people get in a lifetime.
My love to all,
Sherry
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