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Donald Doogan Obituary

Doogan, Donald C. Age 78, U.S. Army Korean War Veteran, Life-long resident of Willow Springs, Illinois, Amateur Rodeoist, 27-year Veteran & "Chief Engineer" of the Willow Springs Fire Department and retired Local #150 Operating Engineer. Beloved husband of Theodora "Teddi" nee Faklis. Loving father of the late Baby Donnie, Paulette "Pidge" (Tom) Falletti, Michael (Liz) Doogan, Jimmy Doogan and Patrick Doogan. Dear Appa of Angela, Leah, T.J., Donnie, Natalie, Kyle, Kayla, Sara and Nick. Dear Great-Appa of Mikey, Zackary, Dominic and Jason. Cherished son of the late Maribel nee Welbourne and the late Arthur Doogan. Dear brother of Raymond "Butch" (Anna) Doogan, Dolores "Jackie" (the late Aaron) Umlauf, Peggy (Jim) Volski, Mimi (Butch) Collier, Bridget (the late Rick) Hammond, Edith (the late Irv) Radtke and the late Arthur (Gert) Doogan, the late Cliff (Rita) Doogan, the late Merle (Essie) Doogan, the late Gerald (Tanya) Doogan, the late David (Gale) Doogan, the late Nancy (Don) Fandrey, the late Annabel Usrey, the late Dolores Doogan and the late Patsy Doogan. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews and a friend of many. Don was active many years in the Justice-Willow Springs Little League, Pony and Senior League as a Coach and Manager. Don volunteered many hours in the construction of the Justice-Willow Springs Little League ballfields, which one is still aptly named "Doogan Field." Don received the Willow Springs Lions Club Service Award for his volunteer work in the construction of Lions Park. He was a dedicated fan to his grandchildren attending every sporting event they were in. He was an avid horseshoe player, bowler and snowmobiler. Don never missed an opportunity to enjoy life with his loving family and many friends. Visitation, Monday, November 14, 2011, 3:00PM to 9:00PM at the Damar-Kaminski Funeral Home & Crematorium, 7861 S. 88th Avenue, (2mi. west of 79th & Harlem), Justice, Illinois where a funeral service will be held on Tuesday, November 15, 2011 at 10:00AM. Interment Fairmount-Willow Hills Memorial Park, Willow Springs, Illinois. PLEASE OMIT FLOWERS. For more info: 708-496-0200 or www.damarkaminskifuneralhome.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Nov. 13, 2011.

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paulette doogan

November 7, 2024

dad, still miss you like it was yesterday, been a long 13 yrs without you...you would be proud of your grandkids and your great grandkids! they are wonderful just like you, and are always reminded how special you were and still are. keep watching over them, as we live in a sad world, love you much, pidgey

Paulette Doogan

November 7, 2023

Almost another year gone by without you here with us. I still talk to You most everyday and hoping you are watching over all of us.
Love you much and miss you terribly.
Love to you forever, Pidgey

Pidgey

November 7, 2020

Still missing you Dad, as it nears 9yrs of your passing... wish I could talk to you in person ❤

December 11, 2013

another year has passed and we missed you at Thanksgiving Dad, but your seat is still empty as we toast our family as they grow older and closer together because of you and Ma...Christmas will soon be upon us again and we miss you then also, and will honor you again on your birthday 010114...

but know you're with us always in heart and soul!
I love and miss you...
Pidgey

December 27, 2012

Dad,
Missed you this year more than last...we will celebrating your birthday on 01012013 as always by bowling.
I love you
Pidgey

Debbie Chappel

November 22, 2011

Teddi, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Don was a wonderful husband, father and friend to many.

Theresa & Jim Hackett

November 17, 2011

Dear Teddi & Family, Sorry to hear about the loss of Don. Willow Springs will never be the same. He will be trully missed.

Sara Doogan

November 17, 2011

My grandfather will always be missed, and never forgotten. He was the heart of the family, and always will be. He loved all of his kids and granddkids unconditionally. He was a wonderful grandfather and I will always love and miss him. He is happy now and out of pain..

Valerie Hackett

November 16, 2011

We are so very sorry for your loss, Love from the extended Robinson Family-May God Bless You All-

Debbie Claywell

November 15, 2011

More and More friends are gathering together having fun. No pains, no illnesses. Maybe they are having an old fashioned Block Pary!!

Laura Thomas

November 15, 2011

Dear Auntie and Family: It is hard to think that Uncle Don is no longer here on earth, but I know we will one day be together again in heaven. I love you all.

James Pluts

November 15, 2011

In memory of a great man and in recognition of a loving family

James Pluta

November 15, 2011

Such a great loss to an absolutely wonderful, loving family that was so much a part of my growing up especially in the Justice-Willow Springs Little League. He did so much in town they should dedicate something else in his honor. Teddi, one of my late mother's dearest friends and all the guys and gals who called her Mom or Grandma, you are in our prayers forever
Love, Jim Pluta & The Pluta Family

Gary Carr

November 14, 2011

We have lost another Willow Springs treasure. He will be missed by many.

Mary Floyd

November 14, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Doogan Clan. I remember many years ago having Don repair a lawn mower for me. I had the pleasure of having Teddi as a co-worker. So sorry for your loss.

Sincerely,

Mary Floyd

Jeanne Mika

November 14, 2011

Don was a great neighbor and friend. I'll cherish the days of helping him tinker in the garage on his many machines and listening to the stories of "old days" on the front porch.

Melissa Brannam

November 14, 2011

My thought and prayers are with the Doogan Family. This is a beautiful tribute to a wonderful man who had a big part in making Willow Springs, IL the town it is today. TY and God bless!! Melissa Brannam (Willow Springs, IL/ Wichita KS)

Jolene Carlson

November 14, 2011

Rest in peace Uncle Don.

Lori Black

November 14, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

November 14, 2011

may God in His grace give you comfort..He'll be sorely missed..my prayers are with you Teddi and family..Marcia

Marlene Pease

November 13, 2011

Only a short while ago we all became friends, but what an imprint your family has left upon my heart! Forever in my heart and always in my soul, you will be greatly missed Don.

Marlene Pease

November 13, 2011

As I only met you a short time ago, what an imprint you and your most amazing family have left upon my heart!

Gary Carr

November 13, 2011

We lost another Willow Springs treasure. He will be missed by many.

Thomas Benton

November 13, 2011

Our hearts go out to you At this sad time. We will be thinking and praying for you.

Sincerely,
Dr. Thomas and Judy Benton

Pam Alex

November 13, 2011

He is now resting in peace. My heart, thoughts and prayers go out to Teddi and to the Doogan Family.

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