Douglas Allan (Dougie) Boulton (13 Sep 1937 - 6 Jan 2019)

It wasn't a shock we knew this would come,
So why do I feel so incredibly numb,
You were always there when I needed you so,
I never believed that one day you'd go,
So many people needed you there,
Helping and guiding with such love and care,
Building machines and mending TV's,
And picking me up when I skinned my knees,
With hands like a giant and compassion to match,
When life made me fall l was sure of your catch,
You taught me that family give me strength from within,
And to take what life throws at me straight on the chin,
You taught me so much I just hope in return,
That I also helped you to live and to learn,
My children are luckier than most by far,
They had the kindest most loving and funny Grandpa,
We had fun in the sun in OZ, New Zealand and Malta,
And your zest for life never did falter,
I know in my heart I could never have had,
A more loving and caring and wonderful Dad,
And I hope and I pray to the moon, stars and sun,
You are finally united up there with our mum,
I loved you so much of that there's no doubt,
And I know you'll be there when my time runs out,
You were my shining beam of light,
Goodbye, God bless and one final night, night.

I first met Dougie 30 years ago when I started "courting" his niece, Janice. If we had any problems with anything mechanical or electrical he was always there with his great knowledge. I remember fondly the times we spent together repairing my cars, helping him build his summer house and having a few drinks under the gazebos that he designed. You will be missed greatly R.I.P.

I first met Dougie 30 years ago when I started "courting" his niece, Janice. If we had any problems with anything mechanical or electrical he was always there with his great knowledge. I remember fondly the times we spent together repairing my cars, helping him build his summer house and having a few drinks under the gazebos that he designed. You will be missed greatly R.I.P.

Uncle Douglas gave me a lot of time and help when I was an apprentice engineer and with different projects when I was younger
He was so talented in all he did
I will always remember how he gave encouragement to young people

A great man, full of knowledge which he passed a lot on to me over the years plant fitting mechanic decorating there was nothing that would beat him even making pies . We worked together had some great holidays you will be sadley missed Dougie RIP

Doug was a great man and an inspiration to many. When we bought Deka Engineering from Doug and Rita we became good friends he helped us alot and continued to work alongside us his knowledge was endless and he was always eager to teach he had all the time in the world for us and we appreciated the time he spent with us. He will be sadly missed by us. God bless Doug x

Doug gave me my first job as a machine operator at J.W. Tait's nearly 50 years ago, and then we went on to become very good friends and workmates. We had many happy and eventful times, both in the pub and at work. Doug was always there when I needed him, repairing cars, diggers and working on the farm , but the biggest change in my life was when he advised me to drive a digger for L. W. Pickard. I then went on to become a manager for him and then started my own business. I have an awful lot to thank Doug for in my life, it's been a privilege to have known him and to be his friend over the years. Doug will be sadly missed by many, especially me.
Ken

You made a huge impact in so many peoples lives.
Thank you for your patience, kindness, knowledge and for being my Dad. Love you always xxx