Douglas Burton Rhoton
December 16, 1945 - February 12, 2010
Obituary
Douglas Burton Rhoton
Doug, a loving husband, father, grandpa, brother, uncle and friend. Born on December 16, 1945 in Seattle, WA and died on February 12, 2010 in Federal Way, WA. He loved life with no complaints and lived each day to the fullest with much humor and laughter. He loved to travel, enjoyed sports of all kinds, and did volunteer work for the Federal Way Multi-Service Center.
Doug graduated from Mt. Rainier High School in 1964 and served two years in the U.S. Army stationed in Germany. He worked for Gai’s Bakery and retired in 2003 after a 27 year career.
Doug is survived by his wife Debra, son Mark Trina and daughter Marcie, grandchildren Doug Mann, Krystina, Steven & Casey Rhoton, sisters Judy Bill Reagan, Shirley Wayne Fastrup, brother George Leslie Sprietsma, step-mother Alice Lawrence, several step-brothers and many nieces & nephews.
Memorial Service will be held Saturday, February 27, 2010 at 1:30 PM at Bonney-Watson, 1535 SW Dash Pt. Rd., Federal Way, WA. In lieu of flowers the family requests memorials to the American Cancer Society, 728 134th St. SW #101, Everett, WA 98204 or Providence Hospice of Seattle, 425 Pontius Ave. N. #300, Seattle, WA 98109.
Doug was a very special man and such a wonderful husband to Debbie. In the 20+ yrs. I’ve known Deb, I never knew of them to have any serious disagreements. When we travelled the world together, Deb always knew her sweet Doug would be there waiting when she returned. And thank goodness we all did Paris together! We will all miss him terribly. Deb, you had a gem.
I have never met such a person as Doug. No matter what the situation was he always had a caring smile, and the glass was half full attitude. I could only hope to become half the man Doug was and pray that that I am as good as grandpa as he was to lil Dougie.
I am honored to have known such a great man. He was an inspiration and a hero in my eyes. He was a wonderful grandfather. I will never forget him.
Dear Mark Trina and family.I feel the deep sadness and loss of a great man that left behind a legacy of a life that touched many people including myself for the few times I shared his company it was clear that his kindness and integrity were what defined who he was. God Bless Doug and the wonderful family that carries his name. Your friend, Bill
I am so sorry to hear of Doug’s passing. He was a good man and will be missed by his friends and family.
I will always remember Doug as the wonderful, fun, happy and kind person he was. He was so important to my family, and he will be missed every day. I grew up thinking “If I could have friends like Doug and Debbie were to my parents, I would be perfectly happy in life”….I know those friendships are once in a lifetime. Doug, you will be missed.
We cherished our time with Doug. He was an encouragement to all of us. I’m going to miss his smile and baking him Chocolate chip cookies.
I stared at this guest book for quite some time. My dad was the speaker of the family. He had a great life and a loving wife. I am missing him deeply but will always have him in my heart and soul forever. I love you dad and thank you for everything you taught me.
You will always remain in the heart of those who love you.
Jenny Yeager
February25,2010
Mesa,Az
“Uncle Doug” You were more than a friend – You are in our hearts, you were family. Love, Sheila & Ron
Hi Deb, What do you say but I can’t believe this has happened. I reflect on Mariners games, Racket ball, Gym, Lunch at your cabin and re-connecting since you have been back in town. Great memories. I am happy to have known Doug and Jessie and I are truly sorry for your loss
Debbie, you are in our prayers. Doug was a good friend and a wonderful person. We are thinking of you.
We treasure all the fun times with Doug…there was never a time without laughter!
Its hard to put in words the feelings and thoughts I have at this time. I’m not much of a speaker..not like my dad…he would know what to say. I now realize how unfair life is and that there is never enough time. I can say that I truly loved my dad and that I will always be thankfull of the time we had. I will miss him so very much…I love you Dad.
Miss you already Dad! You were a wonderful Father, Grandpa and friend! I can only hope we are able to live our lives like you and Deb did, grasp every moment, love every day, live it to the fullest! We will cherish every memory. Until we meet again! Love you!
What I remember most about Uncle Doug is that he was always happy and smiling. I have fond memories of seeing him as a child. It was a great joy for me to have seen him again in Chicago while I was doing the cross country trip with the family. God Bless.
Debbie, it was always a pleasure to be with you and Doug. You both always lived life to the fullest and enjoyed life. Doug is in good hands with God.
We worked with Doug at Gais in Tacoma for several yours. He was a good friend and a fine man. We will miss Doug. Our deepest regrets. Ken & Linda Hoffert
I love you little brother. You will be in my heart forever – til we meet again your big sis.
What an incredible gift it was to know and love Doug. Heaven is a brighter place with his presence.
We want you to know Doug meant the world to us. We are going to miss “El Doug-o”