What kind of memories do you have of Doug? Here's your chance to express your thoughts and feelings. Your words will be an inspiration and comfort to his family and friends. Simply complete this form and your contribution will be posted below (along with your name and date). Memories of Doug Marlowe The thing I remember most about Doug is that he was such an easy-going and likeable guy. No airs, no pretenses. He was always smiling and quick to laugh. Physically big, he was like a gentle giant, never using his size in a negative way. In fact, I remember him defending me to an upperclass bully during our freshman year P.E. class. I'm sorry I didn't know Doug as an adult. As nice a guy as he was at age 18, I'm sure he was twice as kind as a husband and father. It's obvious to me he was raised with a strong set of values, and that's an inspiration to me. (Mark Reed, August 1999) Richard Doug Marlowe...... I don't even remember how we met...He just always seemed to be in my life......We were inseparable for so many, many, years....We were, almost, like brother and sister.......And the memories, those many pictures in my mind, I have of this man, are overwhelming, astounding, and unforgettable !!!! Just like Doug... It would take about 5 years, for me to give a honest, true, depiction of this man....in memorial to him....But I can't pay tribute to him, without mentioning the others, that were always near him........Jerry Bay, Kyle Murfin, Greg Mason, Mr. Aurelio, Jerry Davis, Joe Elliott, Randy Clark, Kendall Cannon, Mick McCullum, Chris, Roger Thorman, and on and on and on.....He had so so many friends..... My first (of many) motorcycle rides on that HUGE Harley, the millions of "road trips" at 3 a.m., the river, camping, skipping school (not saying who's idea that was !!), good 'ole Argyle Lake, green beer, dancing and dancing and dancing, gazillions of late night phone calls, the trailer, the other trailer, the dorm, the apt, Ed & Donna, parties, more parties, swimming, Macomb Police Dept. baseball team, fast cars, faster relationships, and on and on and on...... 10 years, is a lot of memories in the making......A lot of memories to hold dear....Some of those memories I have are shared by many, others are extremely private--ones I keep close to my heart..... He was a man, with an incredible kindness, a wicked sense of humor, and one that would do anything for anyone...!!!!! The world was a brighter place, with Doug in it.....He was a wonderful man, a wonderful human being, a perfect friend......I am honored to have known him.......I am honored that he was my friend..... He will be sorely missed...... God Bless you, Doug Marlowe!!!! (Jace Shoemaker-Galloway, September 1999)

In Memory of: Doug Marlowe 1957 - 1999 Contact Lynn Marlowe, Doug's widow at: 520 S. McArthur Macomb, IL 61455 (309) 837-9988 D oug was born February 25, 1957 in Macomb to Forrest E. and Donna (Setser) Marlowe. He attended Macomb schools, graduating in 1976. All his life, he has been interested in cars, motorcycles, and going fast. Doug enjoyed water skiing, boating, snow skiing, and driving, especially on a race track. He participated in quite a few car shows. His red dodge convertible was a true enjoyment to him. Doug also was a member of a gun club, but hadn’t gone too often lately. At home, there is a room full of car memorabilia. He deeply loved his kids, Katie and Dale, and like any good parent, always wanted the best for them. Doug has a younger brother, Chris. They are more alike than anyone knows. They both have big hearts, open to many people. Both like to be "wild and crazy" at times. In the past two years, Doug had encountered some health obstacles. We wouldn’t have made it without the love and support of many people, but especially our family. After having diabetes for over twenty years, he first had hemorrhages in both eyes on February 14, 1997, which caused Doug to go blind. We then found out that he had end-stage renal disease (kidney failure), which the doctors told us would need either dialysis or a transplant within two months to a year. Two days after hearing this news, Doug had the first of two eye surgeries, which restored his sight. He now had some major decisions to make. As soon as the eye surgeries were healing, he started testing to see if his health would qualify him for a transplant. In August, he went on the kidney-pancreas transplant list, which his doctors thought would be the best option for him. On December 13, 1997, he received a kidney transplant. We were told it was a perfect match, but that the pancreas was not transplant quality. The next year was very rough on Doug as he tried to recuperate. The summer heat was very hard on him. One of our bright moments was renewing our wedding vows of ten years on August 20th He tried to continue to work, but finally had to stop as the diabetes complications progressed. After a few months, he was told he was healthy enough for the other transplant. He received the pancreas transplant February 3, 1999. Due to complications of infection, he had to go back into surgery on the 15th. We brought Doug home on Friday afternoon, February 26th. Early in the morning on Sunday, he said he was in pain and we called 911. To our despair, Doug died that morning. Later, we found out it was due to internal hemorrhaging. During the past two years, we had talked about being able to "pay back" the transplant team or hospital in some way. So we had decided to donate our bodies for scientific study. I am glad to say that Doug’s last wish has been fulfilled. I am proud to have been his wife. Celebrate life – it is too short!!!