Obituary of Douglas Friend

With broken hearts we announce the passing of Douglas Brian Friend surrounded by his loving family on March 30, 2023, at the age of 76. Beloved husband and best friend for 52 years to Noemi (nee Fantin). Loving father of Brian, Amy, and Sarah Budd (Ken). Proud grandfather of Dakota (fiancé Steven), Severina, Isabel and Parker. He is survived by his sister Kathleen Friend (Jim Trueman), brother Robert Friend (Irene), brother in law John Fantin (Gloria) and sister in law Gail Fantin. He leaves behind many loving nieces, nephews, cousins and wonderful supporting friends. Doug was predeceased by his parents Andrew (1980) and Astrid “Ozzie” (2005); brother Jack, 2014 (Mary,1994); father and mother in law Guido (1982) and Severina (2004) Fantin; and brother in law Elvy Fantin (1979). Doug was an avid storyteller with a mischievous and joking nature. He had a passion for classic cars and although he was not a mechanic he could fix most problems that arose with your vehicle and was a handy man at home. Doug owned and operated Dougie’s Donuts in Riverside among numerous other jobs. He was a past member of the Knights of Columbus and involved with the Alhambra. Doug gave back to his community through an organization called “The Musketeers”. He adored the grandchildren and his face lit up whenever they were with him. The family would like to thank the Doctors and Nurses of Windsor Regional Hospital - Met Campus for all their dedicated care and compassion. Visitation will take place at Windsor Chapel Funeral Home - Banwell Chapel, 11677 Tecumseh Rd. E. (519-253-7234) on Sunday, April 2, 2023 from 2-5 pm and 7-9 pm. Parish prayers at 8:00 pm. Visitation will continue on Monday, April 3, 2023 from 8:45 am until time of procession at 9:15 am to St. John Vianney Church for Funeral Mass at 10:00 am. Cremation to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory of Doug to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Downtown Mission of Windsor. Online condolences and cherished memories may be made at www.windsorchapel.com