In Loving Memory of
Doug Poole August 31, 1942 – June 11, 2016 Mass of Christian Burial Church of St. Mary’s 1:30 p.m., Thursday, June 16, 2016
A Word of Consolation If a tiny baby could think, it would be afraid of birth. To leave the only world it has known would seem a kind of death. But immediately after birth the child would find itself in loving arms, showered with affection and cared for at every moment. Surely the baby would say, “I was foolish to doubt God’s Plan for me. This is a beautiful life.” For the Christian, passing through death is really a birth into a new and better world. Those who are left behind should not grieve as if there were no hope. Life is changed, not taken away. Our dear ones live on, in a world beautiful beyond anything we can imagine. With Jesus and Mary they await the day
Douglas “Doug” Frances Poole was born August 31, 1942, to John and Violet (Brew) Poole in Strathcona, Minnesota. He was baptized in Greenbush and confirmed in Red Lake Falls. He graduated from Lafayette High School in Red Lake Falls. Following his education, Doug enlisted into the U.S. Navy where he served from October 1960 – October 1964, aboard the USS Black. He specialized as a radio operator. He was awarded National Defense Service Medal and the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal in Vietnam. Following his honorable discharge, he was united in marriage to Delores “Dee” Cassavant on September 11, 1976, in Alexandria. Doug worked for the Soo Line Railroad before owning and operating the Villard Office Bar. He worked in maintenance for District #206, and the Alexandria Technical College, where he was promoted to supervisor until he retired in 1997. He was a member of Church of St. Mary’s. He enjoyed playing golf, fishing, hunting, reading and football picks with his family. He loved performing and playing cards and magic tricks with his grandchildren, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Shirley Hince; brother, John Poole, and niece, Linda Hince. Doug is survived by his wife of 39 years, Dee; daughter, Deetta Dugstad of Pierre, South Dakota; three sons, Jack Poole of Portland, Oregon, Mark (Missy) Larson of Red Lake Falls and Brian (fiancée, Kellie Jochim) Larson of Garfield; three sisters, Betty (Bernie) Freske of Starbuck, Gloria (Harlan) Kremer of Hastings and Joyce (Roger) Logan of Lowry; brother-in-law, Willard Hince of Thief River Falls; 10 grandchildren, John, Jennifer, Justeena and Javin Gillaspie, Ava and David Dugstad all of Pierre, South Dakota; Kyle Larson of Mitchell, South Dakota; Cole, Kurt and Shawna Larson of Red Lake Falls; along with many nieces, nephews and a host of friends . Pallbearers are Kyle Larson, Cole Larson, Kurt Larson, Terry Soltis, Bill Brunson and Rick Johnson. Honorary pallbearers are his remaining grandchildren, family and friends.
when they will welcome us with joy. Do not grieve too much, “they say to us. We are living and are still with you.
Blessed Be His Memory Lind Family Funeral & Cremation Service · www.lindfamilyfh.com
ORDER OF SERVICE This order of service is coordinated with the Rite of Christian Burial booklet you received at the door. Place the book at the end of the pew as you depart. We need them all for future liturgies.
Introductory Rite (pgs. 1-2) Gathering Song: “Here I Am, Lord” #31, pg. 18
Liturgy of the Word (pgs. 2-3) Reading: Isaiah 65:17-21 Response Psalm: “Let Us Go Rejoicing,” #8, pg. 8 Reading: Revelation 21:1-7 Acclamation: “Alleluia,” pg. 2 (stand) Gospel Reading: John 14:1-6 Homily Hymn: “I Call You To My Father’s House,” #68, pg. 35 Petitions
Liturgy of the Eucharist (pgs. 3-5) Presentation of Gifts: “On Eagle’s Wings,” #50, pg. 26 Communion Song: “I Am The Bread of Life,” #52, pg. 27
Final Commendation (pg. 6) Song of Farewell: “O Loving God,” #15, pg.11 Recessional: “Battle Hymn of the Republic,” #766 Gather Verses 1, 3, and 4 Officiant – Fr. Steven Binsfeld Pianist – Laurie J. Youngers Cantor – Cathy Kinney Military honors at St. Mary’s Mausoleum are accorded by the Minnesota Honor Guard and the Brandon American Legion Post #278.