Douglas David Sloan
July 20, 1948 - May 11, 2016
Douglas David Sloan
"Dougie"
(1948 ~ 2016)
On May 11, 2016 Doug's hard fought battle with cancer ended and he was reunited with his loving parents, Fern and David Sloan. On July 20, 1948 he was born in Oakland, California but was raised in Colorado Springs. After graduating from William J. Palmer High School in 1966 he moved to Salt Lake City to pursue his passion for architecture at the University of Utah, Doug lived life to the fullest while enjoying the outdoors, hockey and golf. He is preceded in death by his parents Fern and David Sloan and best friend Al Potvien. He is survived by his family, Linda, Tessa (Zak Smith) Marc and Jay Potvien. He is also survived by many close friends including Randy Allen (Diane), Dennis "Bird" Robbins (Rondi), and Stan Traxler. A memorial service will be held in Salt Lake City's Millcreek Canyon, a place he loved. Please contact Linda at potvien3@msn.com for further details. Doug will be buried on Friday, May 20th at 11AM at Mt. Calvary Catholic Cemetery in Salt Lake City where he often visited his friend. If Doug taught us anything, it's that life isn't about avoiding bruises, it's about collecting the scars to prove we showed up for it. He showed up every single day. He will be forever missed and loved. Rest in peace, Dougie.
In Loving Memory
Said to hear the news about Doug. My condolences to his family. I remember playing Hockey against Doug as a High School kid paying against some of the local Senior mens hockey teams. I remember Doug as alway enjoying life and always had a positive outlook. Doug also helped my dad coach a few of the Utah Stars hockey teams.. Thinking about you from afar....... Jeff Nate "Nater"
Jeff Nate
Oconomowoc, WI
Such a loss to all of us...I was looking forward to seeing that smile of his at our 50th Class Reunion this year. Sure going to miss him . My condolences to all who loved him. Gone but not forgotten...
Shara Luehring Nordstrom
Lone Tree, Co
Was looking forward to seeing Doug again at the Palmer 66 re-union in September. So sorry he couldn't make it. My sincere condolences to his family.
Ollie Akmenkalns
Brookhaven, Mi
Rest in peace my friend.
Paula Rogers Reeves
Louisville, Co
I worked with Dougie a number of years ago and also enjoyed playing golf with him. He was a good man. He was always positive. Rest in peace.
Dan Spader
Coalville, UT
So sad to hear of Doug's passing. I worked with Doug for a number of years and loved playing golf with him. He was always great fun and had an infectious laugh. And he was a hard working professional. Rest in Peace Doug.
Patrick McLaughlin
Salt Lake City, Ut
We miss you on the golf course - Have a great trip!
Johnnie Janes
Salt Lake City, Ut