Douglas (Doug) Loren Fewkes, 67, of Thompson Falls, MT passed away on September 30, 2021, due to COVID 19. Doug was the second of four children adopted by Eldred and Barbara Fewkes. His father’s work took the family to the Philippines where Doug spent many years. He came back to the states at age 17 and just old enough to join the Navy with his mother’s permission. Doug served with the Navy for over 20 years and retired wearing gold, which is quite an accomplishment for a Boiler Technician. He was also part of the “Lost Arg” in the Gulf War. Doug was very proud of serving his country.
He married the love of his life, Sueanne in August 1985. After retiring from the Navy, Doug and Sueanne moved to Montana, where they had always dreamed of living. Their many adventures took them to Livingston, MT, Utah, Thompson Falls, MT, Sidney, MT, and eventually back to Thompson Falls, MT as they had fallen in love with the area and truly felt at home. His family lovingly remembers him as The Old Fart, Picky Pants, Grump-pa, and a variety of other playful nicknames. Doug and Sueanne had recently celebrated their 36th wedding anniversary.
Doug enjoyed hunting, fishing, shooting, camping, and teaching the younger generation how to do those things as well. He was known by his close friends as “The Legend” because they broke the mold when he was made and he was full of so much knowledge. Doug was especially looking forward to retirement from Thompson River Lumber and the workforce on 10/27/2021. Doug was known by many for his sense of humor and laugh, and always going out of his way to make others smile and brighten their day. There was always a right way, a wrong way, and Doug’s way. He was eager for the upcoming hunting season because he had drawn a special elk permit and was going to start completing ghost tours across Montana with Sueanne. Instead, they are taking a heavenly tour as Sueanne joined Doug on October 18, 2021.
We will honor Doug during a joint memorial with his wife Sueanne. A viewing will be held November 1st from 4 – 8 pm at Sunset Hills Funeral Home (904 Preston) Av in Thompson Falls, MT. A graveside service will be held on November 2nd at 12:00 pm at Fort Harrison in Helena, MT.
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