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DougIas RowcIiffe

April 23, 2008 By Haskett Funeral Homes Leave A Condolence

DougIas  RowcIiffe

On Wednesday, ApriI 23, 2008 at Victoria HospitaI, Iondon, DougIas A. RowcIiffe, age 66, of Seaforth. BeIoved husband of Peggy (Young) RowcIiffe. Cherished father of Jane (DaIe) Smith of Goderich and Susan (Don) Brown of Seaforth. Ioving grandfather of KyIe, Iauren, Karter, AIivia and Addisyn. DearIy Ioved son of Mary RowcIiffe of Seaforth. Remembered by his mother-in-Iaw Marj Young of Goderich. AIso survived by a niece and a nephew. Predeceased by his father Carmen RowcIiffe, his sister Janet Jewitt and his father-in-Iaw Frank C. Young. FamiIy wiII receive friends at the Whitney-Ribey FuneraI Home, 87 Goderich Street West, Seaforth on Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 pm. A Iegion service wiII be heId at the funeraI home on Friday at 6:45pm. A Masonic service wiII be heId at the funeraI home Friday at 9:15pm. The funeraI service wiII be heId at First Presbyterian Church, 59 Goderich Street West, Seaforth on Saturday, ApriI 26 at 11:00 am. Pastor Stephen HiIdebrand wiII officiate. Interment MaitIandbank Cemetery, Seaforth. MemoriaI donations to Seaforth Iions Park & PooI or the ChiIdren’s HospitaI of Western Ontario Foundation appreciated.
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  1. Bob and Betty Beuttenmiller

    April 23, 2008 at 9:00 AM

    Dear Peg and family, It was with surprise that we heard that Doug has passed away. We wish to send you our condolences at this time of loss. May the Lord hold you in the palm of His hand. Sincerely Bob and Betty

  2. Ann Preszcator

    April 23, 2008 at 12:00 PM

    Dear Family:
    My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.

  3. Allyson (Scott) Cardiff

    April 24, 2008 at 10:00 AM

    Dear Peggy & Family,
    We&&single&&re so sorry to hear about Doug. I hope your happy memories can be of some comfort to you as you celebrate the life of a great husband, father and friend.
    From Allyson & Family

  4. Tammy & Grant McKellar & girls

    April 24, 2008 at 10:00 AM

    Dear Peg, Jane & Dale, Susan & Don and Family

    Our sincere sympathy to you all. Please know that we are thinking of you and share in your sorrow.
    Cherish the memories you had with him and know that he will be with you always.
    Sincerely,
    Grant, Tammy, Megan & Madison McKellar

  5. Tim & Debi Lewis

    April 24, 2008 at 1:00 PM

    Dear Peggy, Jane, Susan & Families,

    We were deeply saddened to hear of Doug&&single&&s passing. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time and we send our heartfelt sympathy.

    Debi, Tim, Tanner & Chloe Lewis

  6. Melissa Snyders

    April 24, 2008 at 4:00 AM

    Dear Peg, Sue & Don, Jane & Dale and families;
    Our most sincere and heartfelt condolences to all of you on the sudden passing of your Husband, Father and Grandfather. May the memories of your times together sustain you and support you through this difficult time. His memory lives on in you and in the lives of your children. He will never be forgotten. Lots of love, hugs and prayers. Missy, Shawn, Sam and Molly

  7. Sean Melady

    April 24, 2008 at 7:00 AM

    Dear Peg and Family
    Sorry to hear about your loss, Doug will be greatly missed. I have alot of fond memories, from Christmas when we were young to having the odd drink with him at the Dokis. It will not be the same without him. I hope I can remember how to make the gravy and the salads! And I hope I can start shooting deer like him!

  8. julie pretty

    April 25, 2008 at 7:00 AM

    Peggy and family:
    I am so sorry to hear of Doug&&single&&s passing. Losing family is never easy but they do stay with you always in your heart!
    My Deepest Sympathy,
    Julie Pretty

  9. Reg & Ina Finlayson

    April 25, 2008 at 1:00 PM

    Peg, Jane, Dale, Susan, Don and families

    Remember that your loss is shared by many friends who care and that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
    May you find the courage to face tomorrow in the love that surrounds you today.

    Reg & Ina Finlayson

  10. deb and brian young

    April 25, 2008 at 2:00 AM

    to peg and family sorry to here about your loss,i have alot of fond memeries of working with doug at radar auto parts.our thoughts and prayers are with you.

  11. John and Isabelle Moore

    April 25, 2008 at 2:00 AM

    Dear Peggy and family;

    We are sorry to hear of Doug&&single&&s passing. John remembers the good times going to Chatham to curl. Also the fun times at the curling club. Doug was a great guy and will be missed by many.

  12. McQuaid Family

    April 25, 2008 at 6:00 AM

    Dear Family:
    Our condolences on your recent loss. Many thanks to Doug who helped one of our family members obtain a solid apprenticeship in motor mechanics.

    The McQuaid Family – Seaforth

  13. Pat and Deborah Moylan and Sons

    April 25, 2008 at 9:00 AM

    Dear Peg, Jane, Susan and families

    So sorry and shocked to hear of Doug&&single&&s sudden passing. We understand the shock and sorrow you all are feeling at this most unpleasant time.
    I can recall Dad purchasing cars from Rowcliffe Motors many years ago.
    Doug was a stand up , straight forward guy, he will surely be missed.
    Unfortunately, we are unable to be present for the funeral service.
    Please accept our most sincere condolences thru is memo.

    Pat and Deborah Moylan and Sons

  14. Deb Melady

    April 26, 2008 at 3:00 AM

    My sincere sympathies to you, all, in this untimely loss of your Husband, Father, Grandfather, Friend.
    Any memories I have of Doug are infused with fun and humour. I know that he will be missed by the whole community. Please know that we have you in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
    Sincerely, Debbie, Ken, Jack and Vince

  15. Trish MacGregor

    April 26, 2008 at 6:00 AM

    Dear Peg, Susan & Don, Jane & Dale and families;
    My sincere and heartfelt condolences to all of you on the sudden passing of your Husband, Father and Grandfather. May the good memories of your times together bring you comfort during this difficult time. His memory will live on in you and in the lives of your children.

    Trish, Paul, Sarah, Ian & Sam MacGregor

  16. Sam MacGregor

    April 26, 2008 at 6:00 AM

    Dear Karter,
    I am sorry about your grandpa.

    Your friend
    Sam

  17. Terry Scott

    April 29, 2008 at 6:00 AM

    Dear Susan, Don and family,
    Please accept our sincerest condolences on your loss.
    All our love,
    Terry, Connie, Rob and Lauren Scott
    Burlington

  18. Gordon & Irma Pryce and family

    April 29, 2008 at 8:00 AM

    Peg and family;
    Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Remember the good times and cherish each one. Sincerely Gord and Irma

  19. Pam & Gord Penner

    April 30, 2008 at 1:00 PM

    Dear Susan & Don so sorry to hear of your loss. take care.

  20. Bob & Judy Reith

    May 2, 2008 at 2:00 AM

    Peggy, just tried to phone you but you were out so I decided to send you this note. Judy and I were shocked to hear of Doug&&single&&s passing. Just returned from Florida and saw it in the Huron Expositor. Wow! I don&&single&&t know what to say except that he was always my best friend growing up in Seaforth and so much enjoyed seeing you and him the few times we returned to town. Being the best man at my wedding tells you what I thought of Doug.
    I don&&single&&t know the details of his passing but it must have been sudden since we talked not too long ago and he seemed ok at that time. Judy and I are so sorry and we are thinking of you and you&&single&&re family. I&&single&&m really sorry we couldn&&single&&t be there for the funeral and we are praying for extra strength for you as you try and get by this very difficult time. I would like to talk to you and if you e-mail and give me a time I&&single&&d be pleased to call.

    Thinking of you,

    Bob & Judy Reith.

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