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R. Douglas Caler

R. Douglas Caler obituary

R. Caler Obituary

Doug Caler, 75, passed away in Colorado Springs surrounded by his loving family. Doug was born in Cutbank, MT and has made his home in Colorado Springs since 1969 with his wife, Lola Beth. He was an independent trucker for most of his life. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ralph C. and Claretta B. (Suplee) Caler. He is survived by his three daughters, Arita A. Ord-Flores, Julie B. Fausak and Lisa D. Ratliff, 9 grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren, two brothers, Frank and Randall, three sisters, Claretta (Rita) Fox, Carol Johnson and Cynthia Langhof. The family would like to raise awareness of accidental home carbon monoxide poisioning. Memorial service Monday, December 13th, at First Southern Baptist Church at 1pm.

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Published by The Gazette on Dec. 12, 2010.

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Mary Holskey

December 13, 2010

We are so sorry to hear about Doug passing away. Our thoughts and prayers go your way now and in the days to come!!

Love Mary and Dean Holskey, Great Falls

Charlotte Russell

December 13, 2010

My thoughts are with all of you today and wish I could be there with you. I am so sorry for your loss and want you to know our love goes out to all of you. With Love and Sympathy, Charlotte and Jim Russell

December 12, 2010

We sere so sorry to hear of your loss and want to extend our condolences to all. Lloyd and Kathy Simmons

December 12, 2010

I am thinking of your family in your loss at this time. A person is so thankful for the 'memories' we have in the loss of a loved one. With my sincere condolences. Kathy Dooley

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