McAlaster, Douglas John passed suddenly at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on November 27th 2017 at the age of 67 with his family by his side. Beloved husband and best friend to Maureen (nee Brake) for 31 years. Youngest brother of David (Virginia) of Temagami, ON., and Judy (Bob) of Lindsay, ON. Son-in-law of Gertrude Brake of Stephenville, NL. Brother-in-law to Alphonse Brake (Blanche) of Terrace Bay, ON., Trudy Jachow (Wolfgang) of Prince George B.C. and Adele Benoit (the late Richard) of Barrie, ON.

Doug will be missed by all of his nieces and nephews and his special great-niece. He will forever be remembered for showing his affection with his endless teasing. He will be dearly missed by all who knew him. Memorial donations may be made to Lakeridge Health Oshawa Cancer Centre (R.S. McLaughlin Centre) or Ontario Heart and Stroke. As per Doug’s wishes cremation has taken place with a private celebration of life at a later date. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Newcastle Funeral Home. (905-987-3964).

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