Douglas is Laid to Rest

Catherine and I laid our beloved son Douglas to rest today with all the dignity that we could muster. We are distraught but determined none-the-less to go on. Through our sorrow and tears we found that we had the best family, friends, co-workers and acquaintances than anybody could ever hope to have.

We had a viewing for Doug on Tuesday and we where humbled by the tremendous amount of people who came to offer their condolences and to honor the life of our beautiful boy. Hundreds of well wishers stop by, all of whom commented on how much that Douglas had affected their lives for the positive. We are so very grateful to everyone that came to show their support. It brought us the strength that we needed to do what we had to do for Douglas.

The Funeral Mass was beautiful. There where hundreds in attendance and it was a great testament to how much Doug's short life affected so many in such a positive way. Fr. Duke & Fr. Cregan Co-Celebrated his mass and all of Doug's aunts, uncles, and cousins participated in the mass. Doug's Uncle Peter and his Godfather Uncle Richard delivered eulogies that where both heartbreaking and uplifting.They where exceptional statements of their love for Doug and the love that all in attendance have for Doug. Their words went a long way in helping to heal our broken hearts.

Doug has a very nice plot under a lovely tree at the Alger Cemetery. We requested a spot in the shade because Doug never liked the Sun. The cemetery is in the neighborhood and we intend to walk over to visit his grave sight often.

We where shocked at the amount of people who attended the graveside ceremony as the cars filled almost all the driveways and trails in the cemetery. Once again we where pleased and humbled by the love and support of everyone in attendance.

Hundreds of people showed up to Grandpa & Grandma Roth's house for a luncheon and get together after the services and it was wonderful to see.

It took a long time for Cathy, Bob & I to get accustomed to having Douglas around.We know it will take even longer to get used to not having him with us. We miss him terribly and will do so every day of our lives. We hope and pray that we get to see him in heaven when we pass from this earth. Until them we have our own little saint that can look over us, and pray for us.

Cathy and I want to thank everyone that have shown their love and support for us. We could not be more grateful.

Thank you,

Jim Roth

This is how we wish to remember Douglas. He was our happy little CHARGER who gave us much more than we could ever give to him.