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DAN DOERSCHUK Obituary


DAN DOERSCHUK
October 29, 1949 ~ September 14, 2012

Dan Doerschuk, 62, of Brush Prairie, Washington, passed away September 14, 2012. He was born in Spokane, Washington, October 29, 1949 to Ed and Alvina Doerschuk.
A high school graduate, he served in the U.S. Army from 1968 - 1971 in Vietnam as an ammunitions truck driver and also in Germany.
Dan enjoyed being 'Dad' to his dogs, Mr. Cooper and Belle. He was an avid Harley Davidson rider, and enjoyed woodworking and restoring his 1969 Pontiac Firebird.
For the past ten years he worked for Coughlin's Custom Cabinets in Battle Ground.
Dan is survived by his wife, of almost 38 years, Chris Doerschuk, at home; sister Charlene Doerschuk of Gun Barrel City, Texas; brother Leland Doerschuk; and nieces Jolene Severs, Allison Armstrong and Lindsay Doerschuk, all from the Spokane area.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
A funeral service will be held Friday, September 21, 2012, at 3:00 p.m. at Evergreen Memorial Gardens, 1101 NE 112th Ave., Vancouver.
Please sign his guestbook at www.columbian.com/obits

Published by The Columbian on Sep. 19, 2012.
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Thanks to Dan and his former employer, ADS, we can enjoy watching our dogs playing on and running through the pipes at our Brush Prairie dog park (Lucky Memorial) for many years to come.

DOG PAW

October 11, 2012

I love you and miss you so very much Uncle Dan!! Every time I see a Harley-Davidson, I will think of you. And to Aunt Chris, I love you so so much!!

Lindsay Doerschuk

September 26, 2012

It was an honor to be with you, your family and friends during your services at Evergreen Memorial Gardens and also on Monday at Willamette National Cemetery. Honoring Veterans and their Families are the main focus of The Patriot Guard Riders. We wish you Gods Speed Dan and you families hearts will understand life is a blessing we all take lightly but know that we each have the opportunity to make a difference in everyone's life thru our joyful memories.

Lynn Vaughn

September 26, 2012

Chris- In dealing with the loss of my sister, I haven't read the newspaper in weeks and just happened to see Dan's obit. I'm so sorry for your loss. I know how close you and Dan were. I think of you often, and wish you well through this painful time.

Sandy Hayes

September 26, 2012

Charlene Doerschuk

September 25, 2012

you will always be in my heart babe, i love you

Chris Doerschuk

September 23, 2012

We love you chris... Dan will be in our hearts always! You two were a true inspiration, the love and happiness you showed inspires all. He will be missed dearly and remembered always!
Vicki & Whitny

September 21, 2012

U are in my prayers Chris. You will be missed dearly Dan

wendi wilson

September 20, 2012

We miss you, Dan. Your generosity of spirit and care for your friends lives on in all of us.

Our deepest sympathies, Chris, in this difficult time. May the love around you give you strength and help you through.

Kirk & Abbi Russell

September 19, 2012

Chris,
You are in my thoughts. Sending you hugs and lots of love and strength.
Dannell

September 19, 2012

Chris,
May you always know that others strive to have the love that you and Dan share. Praying for comfort and peace for you and family.
Tom Tonya Jordan and Brandon

September 19, 2012

Dan will never be forgotten in our hearts. He will be fondly remembered in our thoughts of sharing neighborly conversations over the fence and sharing his Harley road trips. Our prayers go out to you Kris and you travel this path in life. Our love, Bruce, Susan, Louise

September 19, 2012

Chris,
I am thinking about you often. I pray for God's comfort and peace to strengthen you and your family during this sad time.
With a caring heart,
Pam Staples

Pam Staples

September 19, 2012

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