Gary D. Dougan, 66, of Wallingford, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 3, 2021, at his home with his family by his side. He was the beloved husband of Virginia Bruneau Dougan. Gary was born in New Haven on September 16, 1955 and was the son of the late Robert and Harriett Smith Dougan. He was the owner and operator of Dougan Automotive for many years until his retirement. Gary enjoyed riding his Harley Davidson motorcycles. He and his wife Virginia took many trips to their home in New Hampshire, where they would ride up the mountains and enjoy the beautiful sites. He was looking forward to spending more time at his house in Florida and visiting the beaches where he loved to relax and enjoy the ocean view. Loving father of Dennis Dougan (Jennifer) and Christopher Dougan (Mary Mayer). Beloved grandfather of Brandon, Mackenzie, Cameron, Chloe, and Cecilia Dougan. Brother of Robert (Judy), Richard, Andrew (Saunie) Dougan, and the late Michael and Dennis Dougan. Uncle of Reese and Brooke Dougan and many other nieces and nephews.
The visiting hours will be on Sunday, from 2 to 5 PM at The Havens Family, North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated in Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, 2819 Whitney Avenue, Hamden on Monday morning at 10:00. Interment will follow in the In Memoriam Cemetery, Wallingford. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, PO Box 50, Memphis, TN 38101-9929
Dear Virginia, I’m so very sorry to you and your family for your loss!! Gary was a terrific guy and hard worker! My prayers are with you!! May Gary rest peacefully!! 🙏❤
Gary’s sense of humor will remain through all that know him. His only onel true love, Ginny, I believe will always be with him eternally along with his closeness to people he chose to love…. Especially to his family ,brother Andy ,grandchildren and Reese and B Rookie
We have shared many sweet moments for holidays and I am almost certain he is still inhaling Andy and saunie’s homemade Dougan dinners and desserts…the all time everybodysz favorite fruit pie. He surely loved desserts and his eyes lit up every time . In good times and bad times Ginny is an amazing , strong individual and filled their lives together to make harmony. She is an example of true love to her husband and family. I prayed constantly for both of them all. In sympathy and love, I just know Gary IS at peace now.
Sending my condolences to you and your family. May you find some peace knowing he is no longer suffering and is at rest. My deepest sympathy, Paula
Virgina, our deepest condolences to you and your family. May you find comfort in all the loving memories ❤️
Ginny, I’m very sorry for your loss. Gone way to soon. Sending love, hugs and prayers to you and your family. Love Kathy & Jimmy
Virginia, Dennis and Christopher I am very sorry for your lost, my prayers are with your family. Gary (The Gooch) will be missed immensely as a follow radiator man, friend and family man. Gary sometimes came across as a rough person but those who knew him, he was just a great guy with a heart of gold. May God Bless Gary and his family.
To the Dougan Family, we are so very sorry for your immense loss. We will pray for peace and comfort during these trying times. Virginia, I (Jacque’) am just a text/phone call away, my friend. And Chris, Alex is always here if you need him, just pick up the phone and call <3 Much love to you all!
My Condolences to the Family , So sad to read this God Bless Him
Many Good Memories From Years Ago. My Thoughts And Prayers Are With All Of The Dougan Family.
Carol Robertson
Condolences to Gary’s family and friends. Saddened to hear of his passing.
May God bless him and his family.
My condolences to Virginia and the boys. It seems like just yesterday that Garry and l were talking about how we couldn’t wait to retire from the Automotive business. Cherish the memories you had with Garry. Rest in peace my friend.
Virginia, my deepest condolences to you & your family. Gary was a great guy & I am going to miss him, going to the shop & playing with the dogs in his office. May he ride/rest in peace.
Ginny, Chris and Dennis, So sorry for you loss. Gary was a great person and fellow radiator man. I always appreciated talking and sharing stories we told each other over the years. He definitely was one of a kind. I had a great respect for Gary the way he took the time away with his family, they always came first. I will always remember his laugh. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Dear Virginia and family. I am so saddened to hear of Gary’s passing. We had that big “C” word in common and would talk for an hour or more about it almost weekly. I met gary via phone 18 yrs ago through Cobra Automotive and he always made me laugh. He always talked about his love for you and his family. His Bikes, his homes in New Hampshire and Florida and how he couldn’t wait to retire to enjoy spending time with you, the love of his life. Even with his rough exterior, he had a heart of gold and would help anyone. I will miss my friend and our conversations. I wish him god speed on his harley to his next adventure! Will miss you Gary!! Virginia, if there is anything you need, please just ask. you know how to reach me. Much love to you and your family. Ginny
Virginia, deepest condolences to you and the family. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. Gary will be missed. Rest in peace my friend.
Dear Ginny,I’m very saddened to have heard of Gary’s Passing.I haven’t been into the Garage in about 2 years or so.I wish I had stopped in more often,,but I had no Car issues,I would drive Gary crazy with all my car questions,I will miss him dearly.Growing up with U and Gary in North Haven brings back good memories,Gary always came to mind,as being one of my Coolist Friends,and always with a big Heart.May God Rest His Soul Soul!!✝️✝️✝️.Im in Smilow now recoveriing,sorry I’m not around.Love RickyP.❤️
How times flyes I Just found out today on my Deciesed Brother John Siligatos Birthday about Gary as I went into for emmissions I really had no idea My Prayers are for with you all as I remember your Dad and Garys Brother also. We all share in this Loss and today is a very sad Day for me to find this out. Many Prayers and Tears will be said and shed for you my Friend. God Bless you Gary so so sorry but I’ll always remember Dad passing my shop blowing his Train Horn, Your Brother and Now You To To soon. May god Be with You All Rest in Peace hopefully well all see you again some Day. So Sorry My Friend. Today April 11, 2023…