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Douglas E. Bragg, of Hudsonville, MI, died at the young age of 60 on October 16, 2019.
Born July 29, 1959 in Benton Harbor, MI during the “it takes a village era…” Douglas grew up in that -“church on Sunday’s, eat what I cooked or don’t eat, better be ready for school; I -will-whip-your butt-2 parent, don’t- make -me -pull- this -car -over” home. His parents, Ida and Claudie Bragg (RIP) instilled the love of family & God in Douglas as with his siblings, Frances, Booker, Bennie, Sydney, Sherry and Rodney.
Douglas attended the “school of hard knocks” striking out on his own at an early age. Like a cannon-boom-I’m 18 yrs old-I’m going to do my own thing. And He did just that-“his thing”- until the end of his journey. He laughed, loved, worked, enjoyed a good drink, played his music loud, smoked, enjoyed people and life!
As his Father did with him, Douglas instilled the love of family in his own sons, “We’re all we got”. Doug Jr Shaun, Antwon, Jerry, Erik, he lives through you. Share your memories of your father with his grandchildren and great grandchildren. Nieces, nephews and cousins through Douglas, as with all our ancestors we will always be connected -through blood and spirit.
Everyone who remembers Douglas is asked to celebrate his life by raising a glass of their favorite drink in his memory …He wouldn’t want it any other way…
Following Douglas’ wishes there will not bea traditional mourning service. However, despite his wishes, we will not be throwing him in a box and having a family barbecue…too cold for that.
The family will have private memorials celebrating his life over the holidays. Please continue to reach out to the family, post memories via, social media, DM’s, phone calls, messages etc. We appreciate your prayers and condolences.
Memorial Service notes: Please bring your dancing shoes and your “I remember that time Doug.” ..memories. All black entire strongly discouraged.
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To send a message of sympathy to the family, sign Douglas’ online guest book, or to share a favorite memory, please visit: www.MichiganCremation.com
Cremation arrangements are entrusted to Michigan Cremation & Funeral Care, Grand Rapids.
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I loved my brother Doug with all my heart. He taught me many lessons that a big brother should teach. He, lived for the life you got and made of it what he could. He showed me how to defend myself both physically and mentally and helped to instill inner strength. I will miss him all the days of my life and thank God for our time together.
I HAVE KNOWN DOUGGY FOR MANY YEARS. EVERY SINCE I WAS A LITTLE GIRL. HE USE TO HANG OUT WITH MY BROTHER IN LAW DALE JACKSON AND MY BROTHER ANTHONY ( BATE) JOHNSON. HE WAS ALWAYS MAKING US LAUGH. HE WILL BE MISSED RIP DOUGGY TILL TOMORROW.
My Brother, My Friend, My Road Dog from the beginning to The End. Until we meet in Heaven Again.
RIP Douglas.
Class of 1979′ sending our prayers for our Classmates Reatha and her familys. May God heal ur guys heart. With love!!💕
Prayers and Condolences to my Classmate Sherry and the entire family. 🌷🌷
I love you Dad I will always see you in my dreams it was one thing you told me it’s always to be there for yours no matter what I love you for that thinking that way make me the man I am today
We the members of New Bethel Baptist Church located at 2360 Townline Rd, Benton Harbor MI is praying for the family for strength in your time of bereavement. Remember your Dad, brother, uncle, cousin, friend and classmate for his smile and caring spirit to anyone he met.
Reverend Maurice L. McAfee, the Ministerial staff and members
we love you all.
My Condolences to you all. Douglas, you we’re Loved by many and will be Missed by all of us dearly far or near. REST IN PEACE DOUGLAS. Your Son’s, my Nephew’s will carry all you have instilled in them PROUDLY AND WITH HONOR!!!!
Rest in heaven my dearest brother,we really had some great times the good and the hard times there were no bad times because you always had a joke or song that made us laugh…you were a GREAT FATHER, UNCLE, BROTHER AND FRIEND 😘 REST EASY SUGAR BEAR
Douglas I miss you so much, we had some good days. The most thing I hate is died by your self, but I got to tell you I love you before you went home. You are in God’s hands now but you will be miss so much. I’m in tears now to say this. But you RIP Bro and remember I love you.