Douglas J Swindell Framingham, Massachusetts Obituary

Douglas J Swindell

<p><em><strong><span style="font-size:22px;"><span style="font-family:georgia,serif;">Douglas James Swindell, 59, formerly of Framingham passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 4, 2021 with his loving family by his side after a sudden illness.&nbsp; Born in Melrose, he was the son of the late William H &amp; Joan C. (Venezia) Swindell.&nbsp;</span></span></strong></em></p> <p><em><strong><span style="font-size:22px;"><span style="font-family:georgia,serif;">Douglas was a 1979 graduate of Framingham North High School, and a 1983 graduate of Bentley College with a degree in Finance.&nbsp; He began his career in the banking industry before quickly finding his passion in the entrepreneurial world of restaurant and entertainment start-up business.&nbsp; Having worked locally in the Framingham and Boston area at various venues, Douglas moved to CA to help start-up a restaurant and entertainment business with a close friend.&nbsp; After a few successful years in CA, Douglas moved to Maui, HI to again start-up restaurant and entertainment businesses.&nbsp; During his time in Maui, in addition to making many friends, he found enjoyment in horseback riding and attending rodeos. Douglas&rsquo; biggest enjoyments were spending time with his family and looking for his next adventure.&nbsp; A devastating automobile accident in October of 1999 eventually brought Douglas back home to the Boston area to live out his remaining years with his beloved family and friends.&nbsp;</span></span></strong></em></p> <p><em><strong><span style="font-size:22px;"><span style="font-family:georgia,serif;">Douglas is survived by his son Samuel Roberts, sister Donna Swindell-Peloquin &amp; her husband Paul of Franklin, brother David W. Swindell &amp; his wife Karen of Milford, and his stepsister, Susan Grant-Romaine &amp; her husband Douglas of Riverview, FL.&nbsp; He was the loving and fun uncle to, Nicole Hutchinson, James Staruk-Peloquin, Jennifer Johnson, Christopher Swindell (late) and Brian Swindell, and a great uncle to many nieces and nephews.&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></span></strong></em></p> <p><em><strong><span style="font-size:22px;"><span style="font-family:georgia,serif;">Family and friends will honor and remember Douglas&rsquo; extraordinary life by gathering for visiting hours in the McCarthy, McKinney &amp; Lawler Funeral Home, 11 Lincoln St. Framingham on Friday April 9th from 5 -8 PM. Proper social distancing and mask wearing etiquette will be required. &nbsp;Those attending his graveside services will gather at the funeral home on Saturday morning at 9 o&rsquo;clock to process to Edgell Grove Cemetery for 10 AM. &nbsp;</span></span></strong></em></p> <p><em><strong><span style="font-size:22px;"><span style="font-family:georgia,serif;">In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made in Douglas&rsquo; name to the Brain Injury Association of America, <a href="http://www.biausa.org">www.biausa.org</a>.</span></span></strong></em></p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
November 3, 1961 - April 4, 202111/03/196104/04/2021
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Irene Barney
April 9, 2021
Donna and David:  Sharlene and I would like to send our sincere condolences to you on the passing of your brother Dougie.  He will always be remembered fondly as one of the Summer Street kids.  Our thoughts are with you and your families at this sad time.
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Stephanie Ryder
April 9, 2021
Doug was full of life when I knew him from the Stadium days ! Good memories.
Rest In Peace . Thinking of the family today 💕
Stephanie Ryder
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Judy Duggan Wilfert
April 7, 2021
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Judy Duggan Wilfert
April 7, 2021
Doug surely was one of a kind! Always a big smile and laughter, with this guy! He will be sadly be missed but his memories live on forever. Rest In Peace buddy 🙏 God’s got another Angel !
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Karen Bradley
April 7, 2021
Remembering Doug from our high school and college years, brings a warmth to my sole.   He was always so full of happiness and joy.  He was always the life of the party.  Although my heart is broken, knowing the class of '79 has lost another wonderful person way to soon, ... Continue Reading
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The staff at McCarthy, McKinney & Lawler Funeral Home & Cremation Services
April 7, 2021
We plant this tree as a living memorial to Douglas. We are deeply sorry for your loss.
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