CARTER, Douglas Harrison
Passed away in the Cowichan District Hospital on July 20, 2013. Born in Comox, BC on September 17, 1945.
Predeceased by his parents Tom and Lil Carter. Survived by his loving wife Lynne of 42 years; daughter Leesa of Victoria, BC; son Craig (Michelle); sister Patti Clark (Hugh); brother Raymond of Ladner, BC; nieces Cindy and Jennifer (Mike).
Doug started logging at the age of 15, and was a partner with his father in T. & D. Carter Holdings Ltd. from 1964 to 1986 and then Doug became principle owner of the company. He was an active member and past-president of the Cowichan Valley Hoo-Hoo Club, in 2001 - 2002 and was a recreational golfer, fisherman, and enjoyed camping.
Celebration of Doug’s life will be held August 10th, 2013 at 1:00 pm at the Mellor Hall, Cowichan Exhibition Park, Duncan, BC
Flowers gratefully declined. In memory of Doug, those so desiring may make donations to BC Children’s Hospital, 4480 Oak Street, B321, Vancouver, BC V6H 3V4 or the BC Heart & Stroke Foundation, #107 – 1001 Cloverdale Avenue, Victoria, BC V8X 4C9.
The family would like to acknowledge the kind and compassionate care that Douglas received from the Cowichan District Hospital staff, doctors and nurses. Condolences may be offered to the family at telfordn@shaw.ca
Telford’s of Ladysmith
250-245-5553