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DOULGAS DALE SHEWFELT
Born: Nov 23, 1961
Date of Passing: Feb 10, 2013
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryDOUGLAS DALE SHEWFELT November 23, 1961 February 10, 2013 It is with deep sadness we announce the sudden passing of Douglas Shewfelt, February 10, 2013 at the Health Sciences Centre. Doug suffered an apparent heart attack at the Winnipeg home of David and Elizabeth Clement. Our family takes great comfort in knowing that Doug was in the company of close friends at the time of his death. Doug was predeceased by his father David in 2005. He will be greatly missed by his mother Dorothy of Manitou, MB, sister Lauren of Toronto, ON, brother Grant of Baldur, MB, nieces Leah of Red Deer, AB and Jazlyn of Winnipeg, MB, and also his Shewfelt, Twilley and Wallcraft cousins and many long-time friends. His circle of friends grew through his keen interest and involvement in the Arts, such as the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra., Folk and Fringe Festivals, Manitoba Theatre Centre, Prairie Theatre Exchange, as well as science fiction conventions and role-playing games. From the age of five when he learned to read until his passing, Doug was rarely without a book in his hand, most often of the science-fiction genre. Doug was an avid and accomplished student throughout his life, constantly seeking further knowledge in many fields. After attending La Riviere and Manitou schools, he earned B.sc., M.sc., (in Computer Science) and MBA degrees at the University of Manitoba. Doug had been employed by the City of Winnipeg since 1985. He worked on numerous initiatives during his tenure there and was most recently employed as Senior Systems Programmer with the Corporate Support Services Department. He was extremely dedicated to his work. He will be forever remembered for his devotion to family and friends, his generosity, kindness and quirky sense of humour. Following a private family internment, a memorial service will be held on Friday, February 15, at 2:00 p.m. at St. Andrews United Church in Manitou, Manitoba. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, the Children's Hospital Foundation or to a charity of your choice. Messages of condolence can be made at www.wheatlandfs.com Graham's Funeral Service Ltd. (204) 825-2848
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Feb 13, 2013
Condolences & Memories (13 entries)
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Lauren and family, my deepest sympathy and our prayers are with you - Posted by: Grant Cobb () on: Feb 24, 2013
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I remember Doug from high school days though I went to Somerset Collegiate. I believe we attended Youth Group together. He was always one of the most friendliest people, with the biggest smile. Doug always had something new and interesting to talk about. It appears he continued to live a life that touched many. I am so sorry for your loss. - Posted by: Christine Kist(Van Cauwenberghe) () on: Feb 16, 2013
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My thoughts and prayers are with you, Dorothy. Be strong.. - Posted by: beverley (Friend of his Mother) on: Feb 15, 2013
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How do you say goodbye to someone who is suddenly gone? Doug and I were friends for 31 years. We met at the University of Manitoba gaming club in 1981. Many hours we’ve gladly devoted to gaming, both board, card and RPGs, over the years. Most every Sunday while we were at university we’d get together with our group of friends and play in various campaigns, Universe, Dragonquest, RuneQuest, Champions, ElfQuest, Call of Cthulhu and Powers and Perils. We’d make sure to listen to the Frantics on CBC radio first though. The gaming has dwindled over the years but we still tried to get together once a month or so. I played my first computer games on the IBM he’d bought with the other Doug and Jeff and I’m sure there were a lot of nights he wished he could have thrown us out when it was getting late and he needed to get up the next day to go to work. He never complained though. We shared a love of music, though our tastes differed more and more as the years went by. I never shared his love of theatre or live music or sci-fi cons though we went to a few gaming cons together. We had planned on attending the upcoming PrairieCon in Brandon Manitoba together this June. We attended our share of weddings, he came all the way to London, ON for my own, and then the inevitable baby showers. He was always a welcome guest at the parties held at our house. Every word that has been written about how generous, warm and decent a human being he was is absolutely true. The gaming sessions may not be as frequent as they used to be but they’ll never be the same again. I’ll miss picking up the phone and hearing, “Hello, this is Doug Shewfelt.” on the other end. In the words of the Passenger song "All the little lights": We're born with millions Of little lights shining in the dark And they show us the way One lights up, every time you feel love in your heart One dies when it moves away Doug, you were one hell of a big light and now you’re gone. Bye old friend. - Posted by: Oliver Bernuetz (Friend) on: Feb 15, 2013
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Dear Dorothy, Lauren, Grant and family My deepest condolences to you on Doug's unexpected passing. Although Jeff and I did see Doug lately, we certainly have fond memories of a good friendship from from St. John's College days and have the candlesticks he gave us for our wedding to this day. I am trying to remember what instrument Doug played in the Somerset Community Band- my guess is saxophone or trombone although that was a long time ago. Doug will be missed by all of his friends and family and we do wish we lived in Manitoba to attend the service in Manitou. Thoughts and prayers with you. Sincerely, Jeff and Kathy Lindsay-Olfert - Posted by: Kathy Lindsay-Olfert (Friend from the Somerset Band and St. John's College at U of M) on: Feb 14, 2013
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Doug and I first met each other via science fiction fandom, but I really got to know him better after I started going to the folk fest and visiting friends in Winnipeg more often. He always was cheerful and fun to talk with, and I will miss him. - Posted by: David Wilford (friend) on: Feb 14, 2013
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I first met Doug at the University of Manitoba. University for many people is about opening ones eyes to new knowledge, new ways of thinking and new experiences. Some of those new experiences surround Student Clubs, that is how I met Doug. I walked into the U of M Students Gaming Club. He was warm welcoming smile and over the years there we spent many hours playing different games, organizing and running aspects of the Club's popular Gaming Weekends. A lot of laughs and good times. As of late I would catch up with Him when I would attend a House Concert at the Bigg House. I know that Doug's smile, the mischievious twinkle in His eye when He told a funny story and unique laugh will be missed by Friends. See You at that Big Gaming Convention on the otherside, save me a seat. Veechnahyah Palmyaht Doug - Memory Eternal Doug. - Posted by: John Kowal (Friend) on: Feb 14, 2013
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We are so sorry to read of Doug's sudden death. He will be really missed by his family and friends and especially you his Mom. After reading his obituary, we know he took after his Mom and Grandpa Twilley. You are in our thoughts and prayers. With love, Frank & Joy - Posted by: Joy & Frank Van Dusen (Friend of Dorthy Shewfelt (Doug's Mom)) on: Feb 13, 2013
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I got to know Doug initially through the Manitoba Unix Users Group (MUUG). Doug was not only a fellow long-term MUUG member, but he was also a fellow amateur radio operator. His callsign was VE4DDS. We'd meet at the local ham radio club meetings and talk radio for a bit. Doug was also enrolled in the current advanced amateur radio course and was looking to increase his knowledge and understanding of the more technical nature of ham radio and electronics in general. Not only did we share two tech hobbies, but I'd run into him at the concert hall and the fringe festival, etc - so he certainly got around. Bye Doug -- you will be missed. 73, de Dan ve4drk - Posted by: Dan Keizer (Friend and fellow Amateur Radio Operator) on: Feb 13, 2013
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Very sorry to learn of Doug's passing. I was in the same grade as Doug in La Riviere School. He was always a great person to be around with a quick smile or laugh. Doug always had a positive outlook. - Posted by: Allan Boote (classmate) on: Feb 13, 2013
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"He will be forever remembered for his devotion to family and friends, his generosity, kindness and quirky sense of humour." Exactly. It's hard to imagine being out on the Manitoba Prairie at the Winnipeg Folk Festival without seeing Doug smiling his greeting in his own quiet way. Sitting on the back baggie playing a card game. A quick, warm hello at whatever science fiction convention our paths crossed. Good times at the Bhigg House. Much love and sympathy to Doug's family of birth and family of choice. Much love and sympathy to his many friends. - Posted by: Geri Sullivan (Friend) on: Feb 13, 2013
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Just wanted to offer my condolences to Doug's family on his passing. It's so true what you said about him always having a book in his hand- he was frequently offering book suggestions to me for my son to read. I always looked forward to seeing Doug at the Bhigg House, his ready smile, and hugs, could brighten the hardest of days. - Posted by: Bodi (Friend) on: Feb 13, 2013
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Very sorry to hear of your loss Lauren - Posted by: Rosemary(Sampson) Vanderpol () on: Feb 13, 2013