June 29, 1951 ~ November 12, 2023
On November 12, 2023, Doug, with love and peace in his heart and in ours, wrapped in the warmth of a blanket that his mom made, went to be with his heavenly family.
Doug was born on June 29, 1951 to Glenn and Gladywn (Orris), while the family was living in Great Falls, MB. They soon moved to Grassie Blvd. in Winnipeg but in 1967, Lag. went through their living room and the family moved back to the McDermot homestead in Hazelridge, MB. While attending SCI, Doug met his soon to be wife, Joanne Ballegeer. They dated for 3 years and on November 6, 1971 they were married and just recently celebrated their 52nd Anniversary. Doug was a jack of all trades but decided that he needed more, so in 1980 he went back to school got his grade 12 and went on to study Electrical Drafting. Doug finished his working career by becoming the owner/operator of Beausejour Sheet Metal with his devoted Joanne at his side. In May of 1974 Doug welcomed his son Glenn and in February of 1975 he welcomed his daughter Faye. His joys.
His little family moved many times but in 2019 Doug and Joanne bought their retirement home along the Brokenhead River right across from the golf course. But life threw us a curveball in November 2020 by Doug having a massive heart attack and we could no longer stay there, so we were on the move again, coming back to Beausejour. Glenn bought our home there, so we can still enjoy many good times.
Doug loved fishing, hunting (in his younger days), Nascar, his computers and of course golf. Doug and Henry started careers together at Royaleen Feeders in Dugald and finished their careers with Beausejour Sheet Metal. Retirement had them enjoying many golf games together.
Doug is survived by his wife Joanne; son Glenn (Friend); daughter Faye (Graham); his grandchildren Brianna, Dylan (Monessa), Parker and Isabella and his great grandchildren Nolan and Liam; his sisters Karen (Alan), Rhonda (Rob) and Colleen (Joe) and sister-in-law Judy (Terry) and by many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. Doug will always be remembered by his “favourite” mother-in-law Audrey, sisters and brothers-in-law Marilyn (Henry), David (Sharon), Richard (Shirley), Debbie (Ken), Kathy and Jim, and special friends Jim and Crystal.
Doug was predeceased by his parents Glenn and Gladywn; grandparents John Carter and Erma McD; Hartley and Mabel Orris; his father-in-law Lorne; his big brother Lorne, as well as brother-in-law Alan.
As per Doug’s request, cremation has taken place and there will be a private service.
We, the family, wish to thank the awesome staff at the Beausejour Hospital, the many EMS personnel that came to our home, his care giver Jennifer, our wonderful Dr. N. Van Rensberg, and to the staff at Sobering Funeral Chapel.
Donation may be made to the Beausejour TV Fund.
Be happy my love and have fun playing golf.
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Liz Hopkins
My thoughts are with you and yours at this time.
James and Crystal
We love you and Jo so much. Over the past few years, due to government issues and declining health, We have missed you and Jo so much. We will see you again one day for more fun and laughter. We pray for strength for your family so they can deal with your loss because you were very much loved by them and by us. We pray for healing for everyone because it will take time to heal from this wound which right now feels mortal. We pray for joy for your family because that is how we will always remember you, with a smile and one day when the gaping loss of you that we feel now is covered by cloak of time and the pain is not so sharp as it is right now, we will all be able to remember the laughter and the antics, the good times and the bad times with smiles and gentle tears. You and Jo had an amazing “true love” story that was beautiful to all who know you. Even with life’s up and downs there was always time for laughter in our times together. Rest in peace RTL… You lurker!
Brandee (Lamont) Gratton
Condolences to the McDermot family.
Cindy Fosty
Joanne and family. My sympathies on your loss. My prayers are with you during these difficult times.
Carol Engstrom
I’m so sorry for your loss, Joanne. My thoughts are with you and the family
Judy & Don Kamaraus
Joanne, our sincere condolences to you and your family. We enjoyed having you as our friendly neighbours for years, and always looked forward to bumping in to you two after you moved. He will be truly missed by all who knew him. Take care!
Ken and Terry Bachman
Our sincere condolences to Joanne, family and friends. We will cherish the surprise visit we had from Doug a few months ago. We had such a nice chat, and we will remember him always, especially his smile and his kindness. Take care and know we are thinking of you.
Lenora and Gil Boucher
Joanne and family, we are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Stay strong Sending our love ❤
Sylvia & Lloyd Mazur
Joanne and family our condolences and prayers to you all.
Ann Lutomske
Our deepest sympathy to you Jo-Anne, Glen and Faye on the loss of your husband and father. Our thoughts are with you at this time. From the Lutomske’s.
Margaret Chastko
JoAnne – I’ve tried several times to touch base with you on this site. If it’s to long I’m thinking they can’t receive it. We wish to send our condolences to you and your family. Also we sent money to the Hospital TV fund. I’m sure they’ll let you know. Doug’s obituary is very well written and I do remember him as a little boy. All our love, Margaret, Carol and Clair and families.