Contributions to the tribute of Doug Hickman

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Brenda Chappel posted a condolence

Saturday, August 19, 2023

Deepest condolences to Claire&family. Such shocking news.

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Robert and Lorna Miller posted a condolence

Sunday, August 13, 2023

The Hickman family; So sorry to hear the passing of Doug!

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Sterling Moore posted a condolence

Thursday, August 10, 2023

I was so saddened to hear of Doug's passing. We grew up together on Kennedy Street and Kennedy Place. I lived, growing up, next to the Hickman Famly at the top of Kennedy Place, right next door to Harold and (Nettie) Hickman. We sure go back a lotta years. My heart goes out to the Hickman Family. You are in my thoughts, along with the memories I shared with them. Be careful. Be safe. Stay Healthy. - Sterling Moore

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Brian Chesley posted a condolence

Wednesday, August 9, 2023

Very sadden to hear this news of Doug's passing. My sincere condolences goes out to the family and friends..

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Rand Cooper posted a condolence

Tuesday, August 8, 2023

I'm saddened to hear of Doug's passing. Doug was an unusually affable, and genuine fellow. I found him many times in animated conversation with my mother, Ethel, when he visited, looking over and discussing, pictures, and memorabilia, of the sailing ships owned, and mastered by my late grandfather ( Capt. C.S. Richards ). Doug's love of the sea couldn't have been more evident than I witnessed on those visits. Sincere condolences to Doug's family.

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Steve & Paula (McIntyre) McCormick posted a condolence

Tuesday, August 8, 2023

Clair and Family and Brian We are so shocked and saddened of the passing of such a wonderful man. He had a gift for story telling and we always enjoyed any visit or chance meeting we had with Doug. His laughter and smiles will always remain in our memories. Paula was a childhood friend from the North End and always cherished their friendship. Gone too soon. Sail on Doug. Steve & Paula (McIntyre) McCormick

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Gina Wilkins posted a condolence

Tuesday, August 8, 2023

Claire, Brian and families, I am heartbroken to hear about Doug. He was a gem - always had a smile on his face and a story to tell. I enjoyed many a lunch hour with Doug, Brian and the guys at the (then) Portland Pub. I also remember when he got Black Sea. He loved that boat so much and proudly showed us around when he was docked in Digby on the weekend of the Digby race from SJ. Doug always called me "Jeanie." One day, someone corrected him, but I quickly reassured him that I wanted him to continue to call me Jeanie, because it made me feel special. To Doug's family, I hope that Doug's warm spirit surrounds you and comforts you, and that your memories of this wonderful human buoy you and fill your hearts with joy. To Doug, may the seas you travel now be calm, the skies blue and the winds fresh and fair and true.

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Nancy Dobbins posted a condolence

Sunday, August 6, 2023

I am so sorry to hear of Doug's passing; he was a great childhood friend..We hung around the power boat club, I lived on Main and Doug on the corner of Main and Kennedy streets. I always remember being back for 4 o'clock to do something with the "rollers" they made. Good memories.. He will be missed for sure.. My condolences to the family. Nancy (Perry) Dobbins

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Country Morrell posted a condolence

Sunday, August 6, 2023

I am deeply saddened by the news of Doug's passing.i had just talked to him a few days before his trip at Sholten's. He and his brother Brian have always been great with me in the past. I've always had the greatest respect for them both and always will. My total sympathy to the family and relatives. He will be greatly missed, but not forgotten. Will always remember our conversations away from our jobs. Sincerely, Country Morrell

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Teri and Ellis Levine posted a condolence

Sunday, August 6, 2023

To all of Doug Hickman's family, our sincere condolences on his loss. He was a wonderful friend whose time has come to an end far too soon. We have great memories of him coming to the house to repair many plumbing disasters and working with a very junior assistant, our then 4 or 5 year old son. They became buddies and Doug would take our son out on his appointed rounds and returning to us a little boy whose day was filled with fantastic adventures about where he went with Doug and what he did with Doug and just overflowing with elation of having a big guy for a friend. Doug was wonderful with kids both his own and others. Those of us who had the privilege of knowing him, know there will never be another like him. Doug may your travels in the hereafter always have fair winds and may they come from the back. Rest well Friend. Teri and Ellis Levine.

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Rebecca Ellis posted a condolence

Saturday, August 5, 2023

Claire, Brian and families, my sincere condolences on the death your dear husband, brother and father. I was blessed to know Doug; he helped many times during my days on Spirit and Kyrie.

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Brian & Valerie Stone posted a condolence

Saturday, August 5, 2023

Doug was our plumber of choice for over 40 years. Always happy with his friendly expertise. We are truly saddened to learn of his passing, especially so soon after retiring to enjoy the fruits of his long career. Sincere condolences to all his family. He will be sorely missed

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daniel n gormley posted a condolence

Saturday, August 5, 2023

our deepest condolences to Claire & family. Doug will be remembered as one of the most active and contributive members of The Saint John Power Boat club. He will be deeply missed every day by all the people he would talk to on a daily basis sitting in his blue pick up truck, drinking a tim hortons coffee, keeping watch over the harbour. calm seas & fair winds Doug. Dan Gormley commodore SJPBC

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Doris Chesley posted a condolence

Friday, August 4, 2023

My sincere condolences to the Hickman family. I first met the family over 60 years ago when grandfather took the calls. Then father Don and when the boys were older they took care of my plumbing problems. I enjoyed the social aspect of their calls and catching up on their news as well as their skills. I had hoped Doug would have a long and well deserved retirement.

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Margot Manning Craft posted a condolence

Friday, August 4, 2023

My deepest sympathies to the family. Doug and brother Brian would come help my mom for plumbing issues and it was fun to reminisce about the Hickmans. He was a great conversationalist and story teller. Margot

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Sally Cummings posted a condolence

Friday, August 4, 2023

So sorry to hear of this. Doug pulled a towel out of toilet once, stuffed in there deep by a mischievous child who shall remain nameless. Heart felt condolences to friends and family and those who shared his love of sailing and will miss his story telling.

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Don Duffy posted a condolence

Friday, August 4, 2023

I am so sorry to hear of Doug's passing. I have known Doug for over 50 years. He was truly a good man."There is no better company company anywhere than men who love the sea"~ John Le Carre'. Sincere condolences to Doug's family Don Duffy

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John McIntyre posted a condolence

Friday, August 4, 2023

So sorry for your loss. Doug worked hard but sohow always made time to help anyone in need. What a talker and a great story teller. He will be truly missed. John and Brenda McIntyre

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Tony Sheehan posted a condolence

Thursday, August 3, 2023

To the family.Sorry for the loss of Doug. He was a true sailor on the river or the ocean he will be truely missed by many sailors.May he rest in Peace. Tony &PAM&DEREK SHEEHAN.

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David Brown posted a condolence

Thursday, August 3, 2023

Doug was a great man and he will be greatly missed David Brown

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Peggy Wood posted a condolence

Thursday, August 3, 2023

I am shocked and saddened to hear of Doug’s passing. We were friends back in the old days, then he became my plumber extraordinaire. We always had many laughs. Claire, Greg, and Josh, know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. And for Doug, fair winds and smooth sailing….. Rest In Peace , my friend.

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Betty and Dawn Lamb posted a condolence

Thursday, August 3, 2023

To the Hickman family, Please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of Doug. We were deeply saddened to learn this shocking news. Doug, and his father before him, have always been our plumber. After his work was through, he always took the time to sit at the kitchen table and talk about his family and his latest boating experiences. He was truly a good storyteller and genuinely sincere person. May the family be comforted by the mark of friendship and laughter he left on his customers, and may Doug rest in peace. In sympathy, Betty and Dawn Lamb

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Dykeman's Hardware & Marine Ltd. posted a condolence

Thursday, August 3, 2023

Our deepest condolences to the Family. It was always a pleasure to see and speak with Doug. God's speed our friend.

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Alberta Clowes posted a condolence

Thursday, August 3, 2023

To Doug’sFamily very sorry to learn of his passing.I’ve known Doug for many years,he was also our plumber ,what a great guy.My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Alberta Clowes

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Brian and Maxine Lackie posted a condolence

Thursday, August 3, 2023

Claire and family - we add our sincere condolances on Doug's passing. A beautiful spirit gone in a heartbeat! From Kenneth Grahame's "The Wind in the Willows" - ".........there is nothing - absolutely nothing - half so much worth doing as simply messing about in boats". And so would say Doug Hickman. May your sails be full on a long broad reach good friend!

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Randy Wood & Fender Mender Auto posted a condolence

Thursday, August 3, 2023

Brian & Family, We were so sorry to hear of Doug's passing..(he was a great guy) our condolences go out to you and your family.

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Jim & Liz McDonald posted a condolence

Thursday, August 3, 2023

Dear Claire and family, Jim and I are very sorry to hear of Doug’s passing. We will miss seeing him on sailing adventures down the coast! He loved the joy of sailing from the days of Renegade to Black Sea.He will be missed!

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Patti posted a condolence

Thursday, August 3, 2023

Dear Claire my.sincere condolences. Patti (Stackhouse) Gallagher.

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david tidd posted a condolence

Thursday, August 3, 2023

My deepest condolences to Claire, Greg, Josh & the entire Hickman Family, This is such a surprising & huge loss. You could not meet Doug and not walk away without a friend for life. I will greatly miss Doug's hearty laugh & great sea stories.

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Peter mcKelvey posted a condolence

Thursday, August 3, 2023

I've known Doug for 50 years. Super nice guy who loved life

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Patricia Macgregor posted a condolence

Thursday, August 3, 2023

To all of Doug’s family! Please accept my condolences for your loss.

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Tim Merzetti posted a condolence

Thursday, August 3, 2023

Such a shock to hear of Dougs passing, condolences to Claire and Brian and all of Doug’s family, may he rest in peace.

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lock stock and barrels posted a condolence

Thursday, August 3, 2023

So sad to hear the passing of Doug! I have never met a man who worked so hard. Rest easy Doug Jen

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Mike Cosman posted a condolence

Thursday, August 3, 2023

So sorry for your loss. I always enjoyed Doug’s stories. I knew dog since an early age on the river. We will all miss him. Mike and Lauren Cosman

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Sandra Keith(Peacock)g734y posted a condolence

Wednesday, August 2, 2023

Doug was one of our favourite Cousins and growing up with him and his family literally sharing the same driveway was just wonderful, he shared his love of sailing and skiing with us and that was a true gift, Our entire family thought the world of Doug and he will be missed & he will always be in our hearts right beside those of his wonderful Dad, Uncle Don.

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David and Alexandra Barrett posted a condolence

Wednesday, August 2, 2023

We are so very sorry for your loss, he was a wonderful man, always so pleasant.

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Brian Ballard posted a condolence

Wednesday, August 2, 2023

Claire, so sorry to read this. I am sorry for your loss.

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Mel Scribner posted a condolence

Wednesday, August 2, 2023

To Doug's family, sorry to learn of his passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to you at this difficult time. I met Doug in the late 60's when we attended Saint John Vocational School. He had a great sense of hummer.

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Fraser and Pam Forsythe posted a condolence

Wednesday, August 2, 2023

Pam and I were very saddened to hear of Doug’s passing and extend our condolences to Claire, Brian, Doug’s sons and family members on you loss. As fellow sailors Pam and I believe that as Doug left us for his final voyage that his beloved vessel, Black Sea, will mourn the passing of her master as well. May a fair wind and a following sea be your companions.

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Kimberley St Pierre posted a condolence

Wednesday, August 2, 2023

Claire, Brian and family, I’m so sorry to hear of Doug’s passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

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Donnie Stevens posted a condolence

Wednesday, August 2, 2023

Claire, Brian and family my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. I am so sorry to hear of Doug's passing. Doug was a good man and he will be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him.

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Darlene and Neil Franklin posted a condolence

Wednesday, August 2, 2023

My deepest and sincere sympathy to Claire and family. For years we had Doug coming to our home to do plumbing repairs; even when we were away, my children called on him to repair a toilet (wonder what that was all about). Doug was forever telling stories and that laugh of his was huge. He will be greatly missed by everyone. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. In Sympathy and Friendship, Darlene (Nickerson) Franklin

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Shelley Speight posted a condolence

Wednesday, August 2, 2023

I am so shocked and saddened to hear of Dougs passing. My heart goes out to Claire, Greg, Josh and Brian for the loss of a Husband, Dad and Brother. Prayers are with you all.

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Pam Taylor posted a condolence

Wednesday, August 2, 2023

To Brian and all of Doug’s family…It has been many years since I first met Doug, Brian, Don and Shirley. Many fun times with Kevin and all of you. I suspect Doug will just pick up where he left off so many years ago teasing Kevin. I always loved Doug’s stories and gentle humour and his love for his boat. He will be terribly missed. Rest in Peace, Doug. My heart goes out to you, Brian ♥️

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Tracy Bogle posted a condolence

Wednesday, August 2, 2023

Brian and all of Doug’s family, we are very saddened and in shock to hear of Doug’s passing . Our sincere condolences to you all . Doug was one of our favourite customers at Vegas. We loved our chats and laughs with him whenever he was in with the shiners or grabbing lunch with Brian . He will be missed . We will keep you all in our prayers through this difficult time. Tracy & Shianne.

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Jeff Wilson posted a condolence

Wednesday, August 2, 2023

Doug was a great person ! Had some fun when I was young as he took us skiing and boating with peacock clan ! Condolences from the Wilson’s ! RIP Doug

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QM Construction Ltd. posted a condolence

Wednesday, August 2, 2023

To Brian and all of the Hickman family. Our most sincere condolences on the passing of Doug. May your many wonderful memories give you comfort now and always.

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Kim Cookson posted a condolence

Wednesday, August 2, 2023

Life becomes busy, and sometimes we think it will last forever or don't give it a thought that the people we meet and greet everyday who charge your batteries and bring a smile on your face will be gone, forever the next day or within moments.. Doug Hickman was one of those individuals who charged our batteries of hope, joy, wisdom and most of all by his great stories. The first time I met Doug nineteen years ago at the Saint John Power Boat Club, he preceded to tell me a story of the Hickman legacy and its origins from Newfoundland. Doug was proud of his lineage, his family and his connection to the water. Doug's significant friendships at the Power Boat Club highlighted the type of character Doug was being in this world. Doug was a fixture at the Club and a huge wealth of information not only around the water but happenings around Saint John. Interesting that his love of the water and sailing dove tailed with his profession as a plumber! Doug had water in his blood one way or another...LOL... Our condolences with deep affection are extended to you Claire, Josh and Greg. Brian and your family,and the Power Boat Club family. I feel the Creator called him on that beautiful summer day on his beloved Black Sea on the water where his heart always wanted to be. I believe Doug just like his sailing style was always ready.

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Karen B posted a condolence

Wednesday, August 2, 2023

Claire, I'm shocked to see this. My condolences go out to you and the boys and the rest of the family. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Hugs

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Dale Mott posted a condolence

Wednesday, August 2, 2023

So sorry to hear about Doug’s passing. Our condolences to you and your family. Dale and Roger Mott

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Sean J O'Shaughnessy posted a condolence

Wednesday, August 2, 2023

All family members, Doug was a great guy. Linda and I were shocked at the news. Had many an enjoyable conversation with Doug. We'll miss him a lot. Sean & Linda O'shaughnessy

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Sharron and Donnie McKenney posted a condolence

Wednesday, August 2, 2023

To the Hickman families,Donnie and I send our heart felt condolences. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

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Tom & Nancy Creamer posted a condolence

Wednesday, August 2, 2023

Claire, Brian and family, We are so sorry for your loss of Doug.Our deepest condolences . Sincerely, Tom & Nancy Creamer

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Stanley G Curran III posted a condolence

Wednesday, August 2, 2023

I was Doug's barber for years, he was always welcome in the barbershop. Great story's he told and was always smiling truly a great guy and will be missed. My heart go's out to his family and friends. but as long as we remember Doug he will be with us gone but never not forgotten.

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Shawn Martin posted a condolence

Tuesday, August 1, 2023

I worked for Doug, around 2005. I will say he was a great man. Anytime I would come back to the office after a service call, and he was there, he would always like to have a good chat and a laugh. He talked mostly about his boat, of course:). Sending my sincere condolences to Doug’s family and friends. RIP Doug.

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Brenda (Ricketts) Dick posted a condolence

Tuesday, August 1, 2023

Claire and family so very sorry to hear of the passing of your husband and father my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time Brenda (Ricketts) Dick

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Maureen Bernard posted a condolence

Tuesday, August 1, 2023

Claire I am so very sorry to hear of Doug's passing. I remember how nice he was to me after Rick passed and one day in the yard at PBC told me to keep boating and to enjoy it! My sincere condolences to you and your family.

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Tuesday, August 1, 2023

Claire and family. Our thoughts are with you at this time. Doug will be so missed by all.

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jeanne gatien posted a condolence

Tuesday, August 1, 2023

Claire, so sorry to hear the loss of Doug. We will miss him very much at Scholtens.

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Tuesday, August 1, 2023

Doug Hickman

1952 - 2023

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