Douglas L. Clerget
February 17, 1930 - January 6, 2012
Obituary
Douglas L. Clerget gave up his life struggle Friday, January 6, 2012 surrounded by his loving wife and family. He was born
February 17, 1930 in Sumner, Washington. He was a long time resident of Federal Way and was instrumental in Federal Way’s effort
for cityhood and the creation of St. Francis Hospital. He was known by many for his philanthropy, business acumen and community
service. Early life community service included appointments as a Federal Way Water and Fire commissioner. He and his wife were
declared Citizens of the Century by Federal Way News
on January 26, 2000. Doug is preceded in death by his parents and 2 children. He is survived by his wife Faye, 5 children, 12 grandchildren, and 7 great grandchildren.
Viewing will be held on Wednesday, January 11, 2012 from 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm at Bonney Watson Federal Way Funeral Home.
The Rosary services will begin at 7:00 pm. Funeral mass will be held at 10:45 am at St. Andrews Catholic Church, located at
1401 Valley Avenue, Sumner, Washington.
Doug was an amazing man, an inspiration. He has left a legacy of love, strength, and character. He had an incredible passion for life and devotion to his family. You are in our prayers. We love you.
Cathy, Tommy, Calla, Annie
Wonderful father and grandfather will be very much missed. We thank he and mom for many things.
Dearest Faye,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Stacy
You will be so dearly missed my friend. Your wisdom, kindness and friendship will never leave my soul. After 16 years I will forever miss my Tuesdays with Dougy!! I am so blessed to have had all that time with you..very special memories this past year..I enjoyed every story you chose to share with me. Thank you Dougy for my “goodbye” I will never forget the kind words. RIP
Mama Faye…Always here to lend a hand..I love you…D
So sorry to hear about Doug. He accomplished so much in his life and gave back many times over.
You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Joel, Lori, Jake and Sydney Parriott
Doug was a great man. He and Faye did more for our community than anyone I know. He will be missed by all.
I have known DOug for many years and he was always larger than life. He was a modern day John Wayne–able to take on anything whether it was a successful business venture, flying his plane, piloting his boat or hunting in the Canadaian wilderness. He was funny, virile, incredibly brave and highly intelligent, Doug lived his life exactly the way he wanted to and answered to no one—except perhaps his much adored Faye. He fought the good fight till the end just as I knew he would. Go in Peace, Doug.
Dear Faye & family,
Our thoughts are with you now and in the days to come as you adjust to Doug’s homegoing. What wonderful memories you all have and know we are thinking of each one of you.
Kay and Mike – Omaha
Oh the places Doug has been, both on the ground and in the air . . . and the great stories . . . You will be missed. XOXO
Dear Faye and family – Our earnest thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. The Federal Way community has lost one of its very best. May the peace in your good memories encircle you with comfort. Merle and Christena
My regards to the Clerget families. I knew Doug a long time as I worked and became manager of the Federal Way Truck Stop. I worked there until it closed. May he rest in peace.
Bud Winkler
Dear Faye and family
Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Doug was a great man & will be truly missed by all
I am so sorry to her of your loss. Grace used to keep in touch .I had hoped to meet him somday, he was a fine man.
I am the Granddaughter of Lucien, brother of Paul.
Hello Faye,
I stumbled across Doug’s obituary while researching your artwork. Though it’s not timely, I still would like to offer my sincere condolences. He was a neat man and you two were such a team…I’m so sorry for your loss.
Wishing you well,
Your friend (and fellow-former-soroptimist)
Kristi Wells