Michael Douglass 1947-2002

DOUGLASS, LIVINGOOD, SHINDELAR, ROSENDAHL

Posted By: SGF (email)
Date: 9/12/2002 at 15:12:38

Michael M. Douglass, 55, of Waukon, died Wednesday, August 21, 2002, at his home in rural Waukon following a brief illness. Memorial services were held Monday, August 26, at 11:00 a.m. at Martin Funeral Home in Waukon, with Rev. Larry Olson officiating. Martin Funeral Home in Waukon assisted with arrangements. Michael Morris Douglass was born on April 20, 1947, in Waukon. His parents were Bruce and Viola "Susie" (Livingood) Douglass. He attended rural Waukon area schools. On December 23, 1993, he married Helen Shindelar in Las Vegas, Nev. When he was younger, Michael worked for area farmers and for the Gambles Store in Waukon. He also was a can milk truck driver. He spent 29 years of his working career with Fred Carlson Construction of Decorah, many of those as foreman of a crew. He enjoyed going to Las Vegas, hunting and taking rides in the countryside, and playing cards. He also liked spending time with his pets, three cats and a dog. He is preceded in death by his father; a son, Daniel Douglass; and a brother, Allen Douglass. Survivors include, his wife Helen and mother, Viola "Susie" Rosendahl, both of Waukon; a daughter, Dana Douglass of New Albin; three grandchildren; and an aunt, Katie Shatek of Cedar Rapids.

©Waukon Standard 2002
- source: Waukon Standard, August 28, 2002