Lloyd Douglas Morley (aka Doug Morley) passed away peacefully at the age of 63 on July 16, 2024 in Palliative Care at Southlake Hospital with his family by his side.
Doug was a big family man with time honored values. He had a strong work ethic and instilled the same in his sons who he loved and adored.
Doug cherished having late night talks at the kitchen table with his boys Shaun and Brett, usually enjoying more than a few beers or glasses of wine and listening to music until the wee hours of the morning often debating what era or genre was the best. Doug would usually bring up guitar solos as one of his points. Rock on Dougie. There were many times after everyone retired , Doug would stay up and continue to listen to music with his headphones while everyone tried to sleep. He would quickly forget everyone could hear him passionately singing, simultaneously forgetting singing was not his forte.
Doug was a die-hard Maple Leaf fan and every new hockey season hoping they win the Stanley Cup. (He was 7 when they last won) No. 93, Dougie Gilmore, was his favorite player.
Tennis was another passion of Doug’s. He would call his twin brother Paul the night before and no matter how hot it was schedule a 4 to 5 hour match and tried to never leave the court unless he was the victor. Many a racket was smashed on the court.
During the holidays with family, a dart tournament was bound to break out. Doug and his usual partner Jesse, the two most competitive and also self-decreed champions would always boast “who wants a piece of the dream team” and laughing “who’s next?” after a victory. They also had the highest count of rematches.
Doug was fair but competitive in nature, honest and had a great sense of humor with a positive outlook in life, He also loved watching black and white noir and war movies and absolutely loved music, but most of all, Doug loved his wife, Karen and was so very proud of his 2 sons Shaun and Brett and wanted only the best for his family. He loved to cook Sunday dinners and BBQ steaks on Saturday, sit in the backyard, play tunes or cards or just relaxing with his wife.
Doug will be remembered as a loving devoted husband, proud and supportive father, loving brother to Isobel, Dave, Paul, Art, Yvonne and Laura, a hard worker and a good friend to many. Doug will be missed by all who loved him.
Donations in Doug's memory may be made to the Aurora Food Pantry | aurorafoodpantry.ca or to the Ontario SPCA and Humane society | ontariospca.ca
Memories of Doug and messages of condolences may be left below.
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Philip and Bryna Fellen
Posted on: Thursday, July 18, 2024Dear Karen: Our sincere condolences to you and your family on the passing of your beloved Doug.
Philip and Bryna Fellen
Carolyn Kerr
Posted on: Thursday, July 18, 2024What a beautiful story. Doug’s life was full of people and lots of love.
Our sincere condolences on your profound loss
Take care of each other
GEORGE SAVAGE
Posted on: Thursday, July 18, 2024I miss you already
With all my heart
Love
George
Cathy Dslziel
Posted on: Thursday, July 18, 2024My sincerest condolences to you Karen, my good friend and to Shawn & Brett at this most difficult time.
Love you all
Art Morley
Posted on: Thursday, July 18, 2024As family members and friends will always cherish his memory and the good times we had in his company.
Rick Terentiak
Posted on: Friday, July 19, 2024My sincere condolences go out to Karen & Family. Doug was a Great friend and made a difference in my life. I am thankful I was honored to be his friend. May he Rest in Peace
Claudio Nespeca
Posted on: Friday, July 19, 2024Doug was a wonderful person, a pleasure to be around and to work with. We often spoke about life and family. He will be missed.. My condolences to all his family on this devastating loss.
Diana Correia
Posted on: Friday, July 19, 2024Karen, Shaun, Brett, my deepest condolences to you and your loved ones. Very sorry for your loss. God Bless.
“Time passed is never regained, but the memories that have been made throughout a lifetime will never be forgotten.” Thank you for sharing some of those special moments of Doug!
Diana – Work Colleague – Sales Ops Analyst, Cogent Communications.
Sambhav Jain
Posted on: Friday, July 19, 2024Condolences to the Family. Doug was a great guy and a friend. Rest in Peace my friend. you will be missed.
Ian, kimiko, Erica, Camryn and Matthew Webber
Posted on: Saturday, July 20, 2024Brother-in-law, you were more than family, A friend, a confidante, a part of me, And when you left, you left a void, That can never be filled or avoided. But though we grieve and our hearts may break, We’ll hold on tight to the memories we’ll make, For in your life, you touched so many hearts, And left a legacy that forever imparts. So farewell, dear brother-in-law, my friend, For in my heart, you’ll never end.
Ian, kimiko, Erica, Camryn and Matthew Webber
Posted on: Saturday, July 20, 2024Rest in peace Doug.
Forever and ever,
Love
Andrew and Rita
Posted on: Saturday, July 20, 2024Our most sincere condolences to Karen, Shaun, Brett and all the family. We are very sorry for your loss and we are thinking of you all at this very difficult time. Sending our love.
Doug will be missed greatly by all who knew him.
Love Andrew, Rita and Josie
Art Morley
Posted on: Saturday, July 20, 2024As long as we remember him he will never be really be gone.
Kazi Hassan
Posted on: Monday, July 22, 2024Condolences to the Family. Doug was a great guy and very cooperative colleague. Rest in Peace my friend. you will be missed.
RobiFerland
Posted on: Monday, July 22, 2024Sincere condolences to the whole Morley family.
May you rest in peace along side your mom Aunt Leonie and Yvonne
Sammy Derzie
Posted on: Tuesday, July 23, 2024My deepest condolences to the Morley family.
I am truly sorry for your loss.
May he rest in peace.
Amar Ramkaran
Posted on: Wednesday, July 24, 2024I was deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Doug, our dedicated and hardworking colleague and friend. Doug brought so much warmth and positivity to our workplace, and his commitment to his work was truly admirable. His absence will be deeply felt by all of us. Please accept my heartfelt condolences during this difficult time. If there’s anything I can do to support you or Doug’s loved ones, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
With sympathy,
Kylie Kostecki & MJ
Posted on: Saturday, August 3, 2024Our sincerest condolences to the entire Morley family, especially Karen, Shaun and my good friend Brett. I’ve spent a few nights up late at the Morley’s sipping wine on the back porch with Doug and the boys, singing, dancing and having quite the laugh. Doug’s love for life will live on in each of you and everyone he met. He was one of a kind and raised amazing one of a kind young men. May he ‘float, float on’ in peace. All my love