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On January 14, 2023, Richard Douma (Sr.) was called home to be with his Lord & Savior, Jesus. Born February 18, 1938 in Newton, NJ to Henry and Vivian Pierson Douma. Richard grew up on his family’s dairy farm doing every chore required of a farm boy. Somehow, though, he found time to play football, basketball, and run track at Hackettstown (NJ) High School for all four years.

After graduating from Hackettstown High School in …

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We all lost a fine Norwich man.    He lived our Norwich values of serving his country, his family and his community.  M…
We all lost a fine Norwich man.    He lived our Norwich values of serving his country, his family a…
We all lost a fine Norwich man.    He lived our Norwich values o…
I have such fond memories of Richard and Glo growing up. A true light in this world! Wishing all of the family comfor…
I have such fond memories of Richard and Glo growing up. A true light in this world! Wishing all …
I have such fond memories of Richard and Glo growing up. A true…
Gloria and family. Sorry for your loss. I know it’s a hard time. 
Gloria and family. Sorry for your loss. I know it’s a hard time. 
Gloria and family. Sorry for your loss. I know it’s a hard time. 

Dear Gloria, and family, 

My deepest condolences, may you find comfort in thought & prayer knowing Richard is in our Lor…

Dear Gloria, and family, 

My deepest condolences, may you find comfort in thought & prayer knowing R…

Dear Gloria, and family, 

My deepest condolences, may you find co…

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Born

February 18th, 1938
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Passed away

January 14th, 2023
Easton, MD

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Eastern Shore Veterans Cemetery

6827 East New Market Ellwood Road, Hurlock, MD 21643
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