Peacefully at the Dundas Manor with family by his side. Doug Durant age 82 of South Mountain. Long-time friend of MaryAnn Smith. Missed by his faithful companion Dundee. Predeceased by his parents Harold and Jennie Durant. Dear brother of Donald (Anne) Durant and the late Pauline Seguin. Loving Dad of Debbie Durant, Brenda Winter and Scott (Sheila) Durant. Cherished Grandpa of Josh Westover (Wendy), Sarah Skinner (John), Travis Winter (Allie), Shelly Cowan (James), Derek Durant (Leighanne), Kaitlyn Baird (Steve), Samantha Cronin (Cory), Mackenzie Durant, Owen Durant and 13 great-grandchildren. Doug founded the Sandy Mountain Campsite in 1971, and Nationview Golf Course in 1996. Special thanks to Dr. Reaume (Oncologist) Ottawa General Hospital, the Cancer Team –Winchester District Memorial Hospital, Nurses and Staff at Kemptville District Hospital and Dundas Manor, Winchester. A Private Family Celebration of Life will be held at the Farm. By family request donations in Memory of Doug may be made to the Dundas Manor Activity Fund. Arrangements entrusted to the Byers Funeral Home, South Mountain (613-989-3836).Online condolences may be made at www.byersfuneralhomeinc.ca
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Tina Tremblay says
May 2, 2020 at 5:50 pmMy deepest condolences to the family. Doug was a wondeful man, and will be greatly missed by so many. RIP.
Donna & Floyd Gogo says
May 2, 2020 at 6:54 pmDeepest condolences to the Durant family. So sorry for your loss.
Thoughts are with you.
Jo-Anne Ronan says
May 2, 2020 at 9:39 pmSympathy to the DURANT family. Doug was a wonderful man and well respected. Rest in peace
Elisabeth Houle says
May 3, 2020 at 2:10 amDeepest Condolences to the Durant family, He will be missed he was a a wonderful person may he RIP
Karen Thompson says
May 4, 2020 at 8:54 amMy sincere condolences to Doug’s family. He was such a nice man. A pleasure to talk with!!
Wilfred st john says
May 2, 2020 at 6:02 pmRIP Doug we had met a few times over the years and I always liked you
My condolences to Mary Anne, Dundee, friends and family
Lorrie Munro says
May 2, 2020 at 8:40 pmTo the Durant Families, so very sorry for your loss, may the many memories you have give you comfort at this time of sorrow.
Heather McNulty says
May 2, 2020 at 6:18 pmSo very sorry to hear about Doug. He was always the brightest part of my day when he would come in to the South Mountain Scotiabank for a chat with the ladies. He will be greatly missed. My condolences to the family.
Mike Thompson says
May 2, 2020 at 8:46 pmMy deepest condolences to the Durant family. So sorry for your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you at this sad time.
betty says
May 2, 2020 at 6:42 pmPrayers and thoughts are with you all at this difficult time. Cliff and Betty Chayer
Henry Ceelen says
May 2, 2020 at 6:53 pmI would like to extend my sincerest condolences and sympathies to Debbie, Brenda, Scott and their families as well as to his brother Don.
Doug gave me my first job when I was 16. He made work fun. I had a blast. In recent years I looked forward to visiting him at the golf course. I would like to think that we were lifelong friends. I will miss him
Diane & John Cox says
May 2, 2020 at 6:59 pmOur deepest sympathies to Scott, Sheila, Mackenzie and Owen. I knew Doug from playing at his course Nationview. He was a very genuine and down to earth gentleman who will be missed by all. May he rest in eternal peace!
Bob Taylor says
May 6, 2020 at 7:15 amDebbie, Brenda, Scott and families,
I was very sorry to hear about your father’s passing.
Uncle Doug certainly leaves behind an impressive legacy of entrepreneurial spirit and success but I will always fondly remember him for his practical, often humourous, ideas about the way things should be done and as someone who was always very kind my family. May he rest in peace.
Valerie Todd says
May 2, 2020 at 7:02 pmI am so sorry for your loss. My deepest condolences to the family. He will be greatly missed.
Pat Hayes says
May 2, 2020 at 7:04 pmHe sure put up a heck of a fight these many years. As Gerry would have said, “he had a good run”. They’re up there now together having a good laugh and playing golf. Remembering the good times will get you through. My heartfelt condolences to all the family. Love you all.
Sharon Richardson says
May 2, 2020 at 7:18 pmOur deepest sympathy to the family. Doug and Gord had many good times together. Sharon and Gord Richardson
Kate Gray says
May 2, 2020 at 7:35 pmMy deepest condolences to the family
MDiane Arcand says
May 2, 2020 at 8:06 pmDon,Anne an family. Dougs Family
My deepest sympathy on your loss
Stay Safe
Debbie and Steven Redmond says
May 2, 2020 at 8:15 pmOur thoughts are with you Brenda and all your family
I hope you will find comfort in knowing your dad is still with you
God Bless all of you.
Pat Thornton says
May 2, 2020 at 8:37 pmDear Travis and Allie,
Our most sincere condolences on the loss of your grandfather, Travis.
May the care and love of those around you provide comfort and peace.
Pat & T.A. Thornton & Joe Beaudry
Melody Hay says
May 2, 2020 at 8:55 pmMy sincere condolences to The Entire Durant Family Doug was such a kind fellow.
Lois Grant says
May 2, 2020 at 9:29 pmDeepest Sympathy from Ritchie and Lois Grant
Patty says
May 2, 2020 at 10:23 pmDeepest sympathy to the Durant family. Doug was well loved by many. Rest In Peace
Patty, Brittany and Cory Agnew (former Sandy Mountain Camp family)
Kevin and Lorna Carr says
May 3, 2020 at 5:25 amWe only knew Doug for a short time when we joined the club, and he made us feel like family.
such a wonderful caring loving person with a beautiful smile. Our condolences to the families.
Gary, Louise, Mike and Alex Graham says
May 3, 2020 at 7:09 amOur deepest condolences. Mike and I are going to deeply miss seeing Doug, it seems like he was always there.
Jacqueline McMillan says
May 3, 2020 at 7:24 amSo sorry for your loss. May your memories give you comfort at this time. A talented horseman and artist with great wit he could always make you smile. ‘Somewhere a journey begins at the end of the world we know … where memories flow and the soul finds peace.
Patricia (Workman) Grant says
May 3, 2020 at 8:59 amTo the Durant Family
I have known Doug for all of my life–he was a good man always willing to help
When I approached him as the fundraiser for the Spencerville Bluegrass Festival ,
as a sponsor , there was no hesitation–we did a lot of catching up during the phone calls as well.
Growing up in Mountain, I watched him become quite the entrepeneur over the years–he never forgot his community.
He will be remembered by many
R.I.P. now Doug, you have earned it.
Pete & Sue Baribeau says
May 3, 2020 at 10:04 amWe send our deepest condolences to all of you on the passing of Doug. It was a pleasure working with him when Nation View first opened. We also have many fond memories of our little golf trips together. He was noticed and respected whenever he walked into a room, always smiling and having a word with everyone. He was warm, witty and full of life. He will be truly missed.
Wendy Sauriol says
May 3, 2020 at 11:18 amDebbie, Josh and Sarah, my deepest condolence to you and your families. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Gilles & Helen Racine says
May 3, 2020 at 11:19 amOur condolences on your loss. We will miss him.
Corri Vander Veen says
May 3, 2020 at 11:22 amBrenda and family, so sorry to hear of your loss.
Marie Sears says
May 3, 2020 at 4:27 pmOur deepest sympathy to all the family.
Sears Family
Mary Shaw says
May 3, 2020 at 4:51 pmOur deepest sympathy to the Durant family on the passing of Doug. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
The Gogo girls (Mary Lynn, Susan, Kimberly)
Donald and Lynne Levere says
May 3, 2020 at 8:36 pmSincere condolences to all of the Durant families.
Pamela Lawlor says
May 4, 2020 at 7:52 amSo sorry to hear about Doug’s passing. My strength and love to all his family. I was lucky enough to work at Sandy Mountain for many years. We would definitely get a giggle every year as he tried to test our customer service. Best one was him walking out of the store without paying for ice cream and Mavreen chasing him down not knowing who he was.
May we all find comfort and peace in the memories we hold so close to our hearts.
Uncle Glen and Aunt Fran says
May 4, 2020 at 10:29 amSorry for the loss of your Dad. Our thoughts are with you.
Kathy says
May 4, 2020 at 3:06 pmOur Condolences to the family at this sad time. Our thoughts are with you.
Ted and Karin Ceelen says
May 4, 2020 at 4:30 pmOur deepest condolences to all of the Durant families. Our thoughts are with you at this time. Keep the good memories close to your heart.
Kevin & Patricia Allen says
May 4, 2020 at 6:17 pmSincere condolences to the Durant Family on the passing of Doug.
Sharon Budd & Claude Lefebvre says
May 5, 2020 at 11:27 amDebbie, Josh and Sarah, Claude and I send our condolences to you on the loss of your father and grandfather, Doug. He was a wonderful man, always ready with a hug no matter how long since he saw a ordination. He will be missed. Best wishes.
Richard & Nicole Blaine says
May 5, 2020 at 2:21 pmOur deepest condolences to the Durant Family
Anthony Weeks says
May 6, 2020 at 1:51 pmDeepest condolences to the whole Durant family. Doug’s kind demeanor and generosity will not be forgotten. He put up an incredible fight and will be missed by the current Nationview family and welcomed by those who have already moved on to the back nine.
Bill Coughler says
May 7, 2020 at 8:02 amDeepest condolences to the entire family, with great sorrow Doug will be truly missed.
Gail parker says
May 7, 2020 at 9:53 amThose we love don’t go away they walk beside us everyday- unseen, unheard, but always near – still loved , still missed and very dear! Our thoughts are with you, the Durant family! Rest In Peace Doug! HUGS
Lois Smith, Chesterville says
May 7, 2020 at 3:34 pmDear Brenda,
Please accept my sincere condolences on your Dad’s death. May God be with all of your family at this difficult time.
Adam Shane says
May 7, 2020 at 9:24 pmDear Durant family,
I just saw the sad news that Doug recently passed away. Please accept my sincere condolences for your loss. I will always remember Doug as a great person and a big part of my life growing up in South Mountain. Doug was actually my first boss – I was just a teenager when he hired me to wash golf carts and cut grass at Nationview golf course and it was a great experience working with him and the Durant family. I worked there for several years and I loved it so much that I would work all day cutting grass, go home for a quick bite of supper, and then head straight back to the golf course to play golf in Men’s Night until the sun went down. I knew Doug well – both as a boss and as a golfing friend – and I will miss him. He taught me a lot about working hard, always having a good attitude, and always having fun. To Doug, may you Rest In Peace. And to the entire Durant family, my best wishes now and always. Adam
Carey Compton says
May 7, 2020 at 10:37 pmDebbie, Brenda, Scott and families. I was sad to hear of Doug’s passing….I have good memories of my time at the campsite. You are all in my thoughts.
Diane Ouellette says
May 8, 2020 at 9:33 amDebbie Brenda, Scott and family, I was so sad to hear about your father passing. I was not at work during those past weeks. But he did like to talk and be heard. I will never forget his smile. ( Diane from the Manor.)
Karen Powell says
May 8, 2020 at 11:42 amSarah and I want to express our sincere condolences to Doug’s family. I will miss chatting with him and listening to his stories. I will always appreciate his efforts to make life a little easier for us. He will always be remembered fondly and greatly missed.
Scott Polite says
May 8, 2020 at 2:25 pmDoug was my first boss at the campsite.He taught me that hard work can get you anything.He was strong as an ox and smart like a fox!Totally fearless and would try anything and do it with absolute confidence.He taught me skills I still use 35 years later.Great man who lived a great life!Condolences to all.So sorry Scott.
His and your friend always,Scott Polite
billy dover says
May 10, 2020 at 8:36 amI will miss you Doug you were a real man and it was a pleasure being in your company.
RIP Doug you have worked enough.My condolences go to Scott,Sheila,Mackenzie and Owen.
John Ethier says
May 12, 2020 at 8:59 pmScott,Sheila, Owen, Mackenzie, and other members of the Durant Family.
Please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of the patriarch of the Durant Family. Doug was a great human being, a gentle man who loved his family, his dog, his horses, his friends and life in general. It was an honor to have known him. He will be missed.
Sheila Eckford says
June 11, 2020 at 10:27 amMy condolences to Doug’s family!~ Doug was a customer where I work and I always enjoyed my visits with him when he was in for service. Great sense of humour, we will think of him when we do our Chili Fridays!~
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