Thomas George Doucette, Sr., 92 of Holland, Michigan, passed away Thursday, June 16, 2022, at Appledorn Assisted Living Center South in Holland, Michigan. Born June 18, 1929, in Hubbell, Michigan, he was the son of the late Joseph and Margaret (Gariepy) Doucette and the husband for over 63 years of Dorchen (Korp) Doucette. Thomas served his country honorably in the United States Army during the Korean War and after returning to civilian life, worked building boats for Chris-Craft. Later he became a licensed contractor. Thomas and Dorchen (Dorothy) were long-time members of St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Douglas and enjoyed raising their six children and being a big part of their grandchildren and great-grandchildren’s lives. He was a dedicated family man and leaves his family with cherished memories.
Thomas is survived by his children, Thomas (Denise) Doucette, Jr., Angela (Douglas) Diekema, Michael (Sheila) Doucette, Anthony (Janice) Doucette, and Andrew (Sachiko) Doucette; 12 grandchildren; and 21 great-grandchildren.
Along with his parents and his wife, Thomas was preceded in death by his daughter, Patricia A. Doucette; and his siblings, William G. Doucette, Marie Claire Droz, Elaine Shannahan, Paul Doucette, Terese Croisent, Jerome Doucette, and Madeline Pezzuto.
A graveside service with military honors will be held on Tuesday, June 21, 2022, at 10:00 AM at Douglas Cemetery, Rev. Fr. Fabio Garzon officiating. Chappell Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.
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