Santa Rosa

Douglas, 87, passed away peacefully on August 13, 2026.

He was born in Weed, California, and at a young age moved to Eureka, California. He joined the Army in 1962 and was stationed at Fort Carson, Colorado. He later married and settled in Eureka, where he became an insurance agent and raised his family. Douglas was deeply devoted to his family and cherished the time he spent with them throughout his life.

In 1998, Douglas moved to Santa Rosa to be near his daughter and grandchildren. He was anavid reader and had adeep love of history. During his later years, he enjoyed traveling to all of California’s missions, attending his grandchildren’s sporting events, and participating in weekly Civil War meetings.

He is survived by his daughter, Dawn Moore (Joe); grandchildren, Joe (Bryanna) and Megan (Travis); sister, Beverly Altman; nieces and nephews, Mitchell, Tiffany, Jay, Adrienne, Jean, Pat, and Gordon; and his lifelong friend, Maria Kane Brunner.

A private burial will be held in his honor.