Douglas Francis Yetman
March 16, 1941 to June 28, 2021
Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of our dear father, Douglas Yetman, on June 28, 2021. Predeceased by his wife, Bride; parents, Stuart and Evelyn Yetman; son-in-law Gerard English; and sister Pamela Yetman.
Leaving to celebrate his life with cherished memories are his devoted daughters: Heather (Glenn Petten), Michelle, and Laurie (Kevin Redmond); his grandchildren: Caelan, Shannon, Braeden, Jenessa, Kyle and Renee; brothers and sisters: Stuart (Shirley), Alec (June), Hilda, Rosalie, and Chuck (Diane); and his in-laws: Alice, Leonard (Angela), Don (Irene), Josephine, Dorothy (Bill), Audrey (Bernard) and David (Wendy).
Doug lived a wonderful, full life and was totally devoted to his family. He enjoyed sports, his cabin in Deer Park and his vegetable gardening. Some of the light dissipated with the passing of his soulmate and we gain comfort knowing they are together again.
Cremation has taken place at Doug’s request. Visitation will be held at Carnell’s Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Road on Saturday July 3, 2021 from 10-12 pm and 1:30-4:30pm. In lieu of flowers, a donation in Doug’s name can be made to St. Vincent de Paul Society.
In family life, love is the oil that eases friction,
the cement that binds closer together,
and the music that brings harmony.
Heather, Michelle and Laurie
Sending you all the most sincere of condolences on the passing of your Dad. Thinking of you all.
Heather, Michelle, Laurie and Families.
I was so shocked and saddened to hear of your dads death. I am just finding out today. I could say so much about your dad. He was so very very special to me. He hired me at White, Ottenheimer and Green when I was just 18 years old. He took me under his wing and was there for me no matter what I went to him for. He was amazing at what he did and he was loved by everyone.
His family meant the world to him and I know ye have so many great memories of him that will bring a huge smile to your face.
I am thinking of you all during this difficult time.
Lisa Baggs ( Jamieson )
I have many great memories of Doug while he worked with White, Ottenheimer and Baker. May he rest in peace
That picture of Doug says a lot. The wonderful greeting you always got when meeting Doug, and his general attitude throughout the day.. I knew of Doug first through his sports accomplishments, then as our accountant and title searcher when I started my Articles in one firm, and then our long association as our Office Manager in another.. Always the gentleman,
always a pleasure to deal with, he will be missed. Regards to all in his extended family.
Alex and Doug’s family. I was out of town over the week-end and only just learned about Doug’s passing. He was a great teammate on the Feildian soccer team that won the provincial championship in Grand Bank in 1964. I didn’t know him well but like him a lot.
On behalf of the Abbott Family we wish to send along our deepest sincere condolences to all the Yetman family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this most difficult time. Rest In Peace Doug and God Bless you all!
So sorry to hear of Doug’s passing. He and I started school and graduated together from Macpherson. He was always very pleasant and a through friend.
Our Condolences to the Yetman Family on the untimely passing Of your well respected Father
Our Thoughts and prayers are with you
JIim and Linda Hearn and family
So sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. My sincere condolences to you all during this difficult time. I remember the many visits of your dad and mom to my parents over the years. Take Care
So sorry to hear about Doug’s passing, I remember Doug and most of the family from when I lived on Goodview st. and from sports. God bless
Heather, Michelle and Laurie,
Words cannot express how sorry I am to hear of your dad’s passing. He was like a brother to me. All the Yetman family made me feel so welcome since they took me ‘under their wings’ when I was teaching with Pam. All the times when Hilda and I stayed with, your dad and mom, I felt like one of the family. Doug and Bride always made me feel SO very welcome. I will miss him. He was my “brother/friend”.
Rest in peace, my friend.
Alison
So sorry to hear of Doug’s passing. Our thoughts are with you all.
Pat and Peggy
Heather, Michelle, and Laurie:
.i was deeply saddened to read of the passing of your dear dad. I worked with Doug way back when the office was in Baird’s Cove. Doug was a wonderful friend to all who knew him, and certainly took great care for his co-workers..
May our blessed Father comfort you all in the difficult days ahead.
Ruth Kenny
Doug was one of the top Double Blue fullbacks and an all -round gentleman who will be missed by many.
Sincerely, Doug Cook
Deepest condolences Heather and family. Thinking of you during this difficult time. Cherish in your memories as you share stories that bring laughter and smiles. Look after you and each other.
Heidi
Yetman family,
So very sorry to hear of Dougs passing. Due to prior commitments, we are unable to attend the wake but rest assured we are keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers. May his soul forever remain in peace.
Glenn and Linda
Heather, Michelle, Laurie & families,
So sorry to hear of the sudden passing of your dad. I had the pleasure of working with Doug for many years and knew him to be such a kind and caring man, genuinely concerned for the well-being of his co-workers, always with a smile and an ear to listen. He will be missed by so many. My deepest sympathy to you all.
So sorry to hear of Doug’s passing. He was.always a true gentleman in every sense of the word. May his memory live on with his three daughters as well as brothers, sisters and especially the grandchildren. Rest In Peace Doug. It was a privilege to have known both you and Bride. God Speed.
Thinking of you Heather during this sad and difficult time. My deepest sympathy and condolences to you and your family.
Michelle,
I am so sorry to hear of your dads passing. I extend my sincere condolences to you and your family.
sorry to hear about douglas passing my heart goes out to his family
Heather, Michelle, Laurie and families,
I am so sorry to hear of Doug’s passing. I worked with Doug for many years. He was one of the nicest people I have known, a true “gentle”man who always showed a genuine interest and concern for his co-workers and a man who cared deeply for his family. I extend my sincere condolences to all of you. Rest in peace, Doug.
Heather, Michelle, Laurie & families
You have our sincere condolences . Your father was a true gentleman in every sense of the word .
Doug and Bride were a pleasure to be around . Hospitality and good conversation was always in abundance whenever we visited.
May your memories help during this difficult time.
Fred and Judy Lee
Alec
Our Deepest Condolences to you and your family on the passing of your brother.
John and Brenda Chancey
Heather Michelle and Laurie
We were so sorry and shocked to hear about your father’s death. It was a pleasure to work with your dad. We are presently in Trinity and will not be back in town in time for the visitations.Please accept our sincere sympathy and know that our thoughtss and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Wendy and Doug Phillips
Heather, Michelle and Laurie.
Your dear sweet father was my friend for over 40 years and helped me in more ways than I could possibly express in a message of condolence. Suffice to say that our relationship provided ample opportunity for me to appreciate what each of you, and later his grandchildren, meant to him. I miss him already and cannot imagine your sense of loss at his unexpected passing.
Gillian Butler, David McKay and family.
Alec , Rosalie and the Yetman Family……so sorry to hear of Doug’s passing……..I have many fond members of Doug when he coached our Feildian Junior soccer teams to st. John’s and Provincial Championships and when we played on the Feildian senior teams together…..thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time……….RIP Doug….
Heather, Michelle, Laurie and families
I am very saddened to hear of the passing of your dad. I had the great pleasure of working with Doug for many years. He was always pleasant, respectful and a true gentleman. He took such pride in his work. He was always approachable and talkative. He spoke highly of his family and was proud of each of you. Take comfort in knowing he lived a very fulfilling life and that he is now reunited with his wonderful Bride.
Heather, Michelle, Laurie & families
Our deepest condolences on the passing of your dad. Doug was one of the first people I (Maxine) met when I started work. He was so kind and understanding and we worked together for many years. Treasure your wonderful memories to bring you peace and comfort.
Maxine & Harry Elliott
Condolences to family and friends of Doug–There’s been a great number of years since i last met Doug–(At Lawyer’s Rupert Bartlett, Wm.. Marshall Law office).Doug was a very well respected Accountant/Office manager-Sorry to read his Obit-Our thoughts and prayers.-GOD Bless..–Jim/wife Nelia Campbell-St..John’s Nfld. . –
Alec, our deepest condolences on your brothers passing.. Lona and Gord.
To Heather, Michelle, Laurie, and all the Yetman family: I am sad to learn of Doug’s passing. I worked with him for many years in the accounting department of White, Ottenheimer & Green. He was always kind and good-natured – a calm and steady presence at the firm. It was indeed a pleasure to work with him all those years. Doug and I share the same birthday (March 16) – though different birth years. Doug was such a lovely man and he will be fondly remembered. Vivian Healey, Victoria, British Columbia
Heather and family, Wow, that must have been a shock to you all. It says a lot about a man when family members speak with such respect and loving concern. I hope your memories bring you comfort and joy as you navigate the future without him. In sincere sympathy, Gerry Marshall
Heather, Michelle, Laurie and families …….I was sad to hear of your dad’s passing. He was a kind and gentle man and very family focussed! Take comfort in all the wonderful memories he left, knowing he is now with your mom. He will be missed. RIP Doug.
Heather,Michelle and Laurie and families,
We are so sorry to learn of your dad’s passing. Please accept our deepest sympathy at this very sad time. Hold your memories close as they will give you strength in the days to come.. We are thinking of you all.
Brian and Elsie Doyle
Heather, Michelle Laurie & Families,
I was saddened and shocked to hear of your dad’s passing. Please accept my sincere condolences.. I (Eleanor) worked with him for many years way back in the day. He was a very kind gentle man. Take comfort in knowing that he is now reunited with your mom. Rest Peacefully together now Doug and Bride.
Heather, Caelan, Shannon and Family
We are so sorry for your loss. Your father (grandfather) was a kind and gentle man. We can all only hope that when our time comes, we too will be remembered so fondly and by so many..
Sincere condolences to your family.
To Chuck, Diane and all Family. My condolences to you and your family on this news of Doug’s passing. Old memories come to mind when I was young, up at Deer Park visiting the Chafe and Yetman summer homes. All the cook-ups and the labor day festivities. So sorry for your loss. May he rest in peace and God Bless to All. From your buddy Alex.
Michelle and family,
I pass along my sincere condolences. I’ve been a neighbor of Doug’s for some 23 years. I’ll miss our chats, especially about sports. Doug was a member of several Fieldians soccer championship teams in the 60’s, and he loved to chat about his beloved Red Wings.
He was a friendly man who always had a smile and a wave whenever he saw me.
Gerry & Judy
So sad to learn that Doug has passed.
He was a a wonderful man who loved his family deeply.
He loved up at the cabin surrounded by his family and friends enjoying a good day on the pond.
Cherish all the wonderful memories he left to each of you and may his soul R.I.P.
Heather and family, sincere condolences on your dad’s passing. Take care.
Heather, Caelan and Shannon,
Thinking of you during this difficult time. He was a wonderful father and grandfather. Hold tight your many wonderful memories. ❤️
Chuck and Diane I am so sorry for your loss. May your memories get you through this sad time.
Heather and family, please know we are thinking of you. May the many happy memories of your dad help you through this time. Sincere condolences to those he loved, and those who loved him.
Doug has been a part of my entire life and I feel blessed. My earliest memory begins with Doug and Bride opening their home to me as a small child where I’d make the exciting trip to St.Johns to spend a week at their house on Lester Street. From there, he would take the entire brood of us to Deer Park where we would spend time in the lake. To this day the smell of mulch and Irish Spring soap reminds me of that time in my life. Fast forward to my University days where he opened up his home and welcomed me in to live with them while I studied. During that time, I was having some health problems and I recall Doug doing his weekly Friday grocery shopping and making sure I had what I needed. During this time, I was having some medical testing done and In preparation I could only eat gelatin – Doug so thoughtfully made this for me which was a gesture that I never forgot. It’s the smaller gestures, the kind words, the welcoming feeling that he extended to all of us that will be his legacy. My condolences to the entire family and I hope knowing that he made a difference in so many lives grants you some comfort .
Heather, Michelle and Laurie, condolences to your family during this very sad time. It is such a loss to lose a parent and I know you were all very close. You sad was a wonderful person Thinking of you all, and sending love and strength..
All my prayers for the family
Heather, Michelle , Laurie and familes,
I was very saddened to hear of your dad’s passing. I worked with Doug for many years and greatly admired his devotion to whatever he put his hand or energies to, whether his firm, his friends , his Red Wings and especially his family. His quick smile and pleasant personality made him a pleasure to be around. He leaves a wonderful legacy of a life well lived and I pray that you take some comfort in that.
May God bless you all,
Bill Boyd