Douglas Meis Obituary

Hearing about Doug's passing stung me. Although I was not close with him, I did have the pleasure of jamming with him as well as seeing his amazing and creative drumming live. What I remember most about Doug was his genuine kindness. Even though his talent behind the kit certainly warranted it, he was never arrogant or boisterous. He truly had a golden heart. My deepest sympathy to the Meis family and all of Doug's friends and band mates.

Ron and Gail - I was so saddened to learn of Doug's passing. My heartfelt condolences and deepest sympathy go out to you, Dave and Scott. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Cathy

To Jen and the Meis family,

We were shocked to hear this very sad news of Doug's passing.Our deepest condolences to Doug's family as well as to our Jen. Jen know that we are thinking of you back home and wish that we could be there right now to just hug you. Our thoughts are with all of you.

Love,

Ron and Gail, Doug touched an amazing amount of people with his quiet wit and quick smile--from coast to coast and in between. Our hearts break for you and we send you all our love and prayers.

Jennifer and Meis family,

With sincerest sympathy to you and yourfamily. Dr Angela M Ferry, Dr.William Simon and staff

To express deepest sympathy and let you know others share your sorrow. Dr.William SimonDr.Angela M. Ferry and staff

Jen, family and friends:

We were so deeply saddened by your recent loss. Although we don't know you personally, we have felt deep sadness for you and your loved ones since the day we heard about Doug's tragedy. Our daughter Lori (Kyle's girlfriend) had only wonderful things to say about you Jen, and of course Doug. After reading all of the guest book write-ins, we feel like NOT knowing Doug was a misfortune for us. Please know that you are in our hearts and in our thoughts daily. We hope it won't be long before the sorrow and pain are gone! We feel for you all.......May God Bless you!

Doug was a wonderful friend and part of my time at Oak Harbor High School. Wind Ensemble, Jazz Band, sailling, golfing, and "enduring" Dixieland Jazz festivals to support him will always be fond memories! It's been years, but the kind of person he was is a person I'll always remember with fondness. My love to his family--(Scott, my Scott is thinking of you), Mrs. Meis--you were always so good to me, I have you and your family in my prayers. Our hearts are heavy. My family and I express our DEEPEST sympathies at your loss.

My condolences to Doug's family and friends. As the mother of a fellow 1998 IWU graduate, I attended many of the concerts at IWU with my late husband. We greatly enjoyed Doug's solos and his contributions to the various musical groups. A life with such promise was tragically cut short.

I'd like to extend my heartfelt condolences to the Meis family and Jen in this time of senseless loss. Doug was one of the kindest and warmest people I've had the pleasure of meeting and he brought so much happiness to Jen's life. Please know that you are all in my prayers.

I had the pleasure of being in a wedding party with Doug a few years ago. That was the only time I spent with him, but I definitely remember his smile and great sense of humor. I am so sorry for your loss and my prayers and thoughts are with you all during this time.

To my niece Jen and Doug's family,

Although I was only lucky enough to meet Doug a few times when he visited Jen's family in N.H.---he was so easy to like with his kind, caring ways and terrific sense of humor. My most precious memory of Doug will be how he and my niece Jen were when they were together. Seeing them with each other just made everyone around them smile. Thanks Doug, for taking such good care of my Jen. Thank you to Doug's parents for having such a wonderful son. Thank you Jen for sharing such a terrific guy with your family.

Love,

"Aunt"

I haven't seen Doug much recently (lastly at his brother Dave's wedding where he stole the show), but I will always remember our games of hide-and-seek growing up in Selfridge, Michigan. His joy and love of life will forever be my remembrance of him. My condolences and prayers go out to the Meis family and the other victims' families.

On behalf of our sons Larry and Sloan Schroeder of Chicago who first had the honor of knowing Doug in gradeschool at Thomas Jeffeson and later reuniting as musicians in the "loft days" thru the peresent time, we send our deepest sympathy. We can still remember the famous "drum solo" in gradeschool as parents in the audience all reveling in our childrens' talents that evening and recalling those times with Doug on a few occasions to meet up with him in Chicago as an adult musician. His talents, energy and zest for life will be missed in the musician community and we know he is in a higher place for reasons we all hope to come and understand in the future. We continue to pray for your family in these trying times.

The man could drum....man, oh man, could he play...that's the kind of music that can only come from the soul.

Our hearts go out to the Meis family. Words fall short to expressing this loss. Doug touched many, and we are the better for having known him. His talent, humor, and kindness were unrivaled. With deepfelt condolences - Cara and Jim Schanz

Meis Family & Jen-

You are all in my thoughts. Jen, I only met you a couple times but Doug - well he just got a smile on his face when he talked about you. Doug was such a good friend to me. So supportive when my band broke up and I left Chicago last year. I just learned about this last night and an unable to make the funeral. But you are all in my thoughts and he will be greatly, greatly missed. I'm trying to take solace in the fact that I was blessed to know this wonderful, talented person.

May the memories get you through. You are all in my thoughts.

I had the extreme pleasure of working with Doug at Shure. His kindness, wit, and talent are a loss for everyone who had the honor of knowing him. Please accept our sincere condolensces. This tragedy has left a hole in our hearts.



Sincerely,

Michelle and Stephen Kohler

Anne and I are so sorry to learn of Doug's tragic and senseless passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you always.

My deepest sympathies for both Doug's Family and Jen. While I did not know Doug, Jen's character is testament enough to his for me to know he will be deeply missed by all whom he knew. You are all in my thoughts.

On behalf of my husband, Rick Hibpshman - who went to high school with Doug in Oak Harbor WA, we send our condolences. Rick is currently in Alaska for work and is unavailable to write personally. I have also been in touch with may of the high school friends (including Rex Romer, Rober Albernoz, Tyler Crain, Brendan Sullivan, & Justin Talmadge)and they are all deeply saddened by this loss. Your Family is in our prayers. God Bless.

Our sincere condolences on your loss. Our family will pray for you and your loss. May Doug rest in peace.

My deepest condonlences to Dougs' family, friends, and companion, Jen. I had the pleasure of knowing Doug through working with him at Shure. He was a kind and gentle human being and we both shared a love of Whidbey Island. All of you remain in my thoughts and prayers.

Dave and the entire Meis family,

We cannot begin to understand your pain and loss, but pray that you are surrounded and comforted by God's peace and love.

Though I never met Douglas or his two friends, just reading about their extraordinary talent and generosity is a heartbreak. The circumstances of this loss are so impossible to grasp, that the only thing that makes sense is that on some higher level it MUST make sense. Blessings to all who knew and loved them and to those who share their love of music.

Although no words, however kind, could possibly ease the pain you bear, please know we love you and are praying for you constantly. We pray that God will bring you treasured memories to fill your sense of emptiness and you will celebrate Doug's life within your heart. Doug blessed you with laughter and love and no one can take that away. You were blessed to have him in your life and it will be a blessing you will carry forever. We pray that God will bless you with love, peace, strength and comfort. God Bless you, Gail, Ron, Dave and Scott. We love you so much.

Christy and Eric Rolf

To Jen & The Meis Family,



We just want you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. You have our deepest sympathy.