Obituary of Douglas Mackenzie Youngson

Youngson, Douglas Mackenzie

1931-2018

Passed away peacefully surrounded by his family. He served his country with the Royal Canadian Engineers and with his wife Jane, raised their children Grant (Christine), Tessa (Gilles) and Jennifer. Dad spent 62 years as a husband, 6 decades as a father and 3 decades as a father-in-law. His greatest role was grandpa, poppa and pa to his six grandchildren. Alexandre (Marilyn), Mackenzie (Emily), Sydney, Maxwell, Zachary and Delaney. Predeceased by his sister Helen Jean and will be missed by his nieces Susan and Margie (Steve). Also by his sister Merrall (Jerry) and nephews Jamie (Marion) and Anthony (Elissa).

Douglas (Digger) loved RMC and the military; and his dear wife Jane who came from abroad to marry him and raise their children. He will be missed by his extended family Celine, Joanne (Steve Hall deceased), Caroline (Chris) and Jonathan (Elianne).

The family wishes to thank all the dear friends who have loved and supported both mom and dad and all of us. Special thanks to Bill Oliver of the RMC Club of Canada who helped Douglas Youngson (L.COL.) march in his last ex-cadet parade aided by Stephane Prior. The family truly appreciates the love and support of all of those at Arbour Heights.

Dad is reunited with his mother Grace Elizabeth who he lost over 86 years ago.

There will be a visitation held at the James Reid Funeral Home on Saturday October 20, 2018 from 2-2:50pm with the service starting at 3pm in the James Reid Chapel (1900 John Counter Blvd.)

The family invites everyone for a celebration of Douglas’ life in the James Reid Reception Centre directly following the service.

In lieu of flowers, donations to the Wounded Warriors Program would be greatly appreciated.