Doug Hackman
May 29, 1947 ~ July 2, 2021
Age 74 of Scandia. Loving husband, father, grandfather & brother passed away peacefully surrounded by family on July 2, 2021. Doug served his God, Jehovah faithfully for over 40 years.
Preceded in death by parents, Arvo & Elvie. Survived by loving wife of 51 years, Andrea; sons, Matthew (Sabina), David (Alix); grandchildren, Emi, Avyn, Raleigh, Elli, Fischer; sister, Margaret (Gene) Lindquist; nieces, nephews, other relatives & friends.
For information on attending the memorial service at 1 PM Saturday, July 17th please reach out to mattahackman@hotmail.com
My condolences to the Hackman family, Doug was a very kind, nice man. I was fortunate to get to know him and his family. Sincerely, Dan Kne
Thank you. We hope you are doing well.
So very sorry to hear of Doug’s passing. He was always such a nice man!! He always had a smile on his face, even when we knew he was in pain, he still tried to fight it and get his exercise in. Everyone at Wild River Fitness loved him!!!
Thank you! That was Doug!
Doug is greatly loved and missed by many. We would like to thank all of his friends and family for the many years of friendship, love, support and care provided. This has been a precious gift. We look forward to a time when we will be able to give Doug a big bear hug soon. Until then, we are assured that he will remain safely in Jehovah’s memory. (John 5:27,28 ; Psalm 37: 29) Please accept our deepest love and gratitude. ~ The Hackman Family
Our greatest strengths go out to you as you find your way through this loss. Doug always made me feel welcomed and appreciated in the neighborhood. He will be remembered as a kind and generous man who was able to keep a sharp sense of humor through his struggles. Peace be with you all. – The Waite Family
Matt, Sabina, Emi, and Avan. So sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you all. Love Gayle in Winnipeg
My condolences to the full Hackman family. Death is a cruel enemy. Although I never met Brother Doug, it has been a privilege to be in the same congregation and elder body with his son (Matt) and his family. Based on Matt’s fine example and qualities, Doug must have been a wonderful, spiritual, generous, and fun-loving brother. I look forward to meeting and getting to know him in the new world soon to come where death and pain will be no more!
Our dear Hackmans, we look forward to soon welcoming Doug back “from the land of the enemy.” (Jeremiah 31:16) There’s going to be plenty of farming and construction in the new world to come, and we look forward to working alongside and trying to keep up with Doug. We love you all!
May the God of all comfort continue to support you in this difficult times – 2Co 1:3. Love, Uros and Katarina
Echo and I would like to extend our sympathy to Andy, Matt, David and family on the death of Doug. As was brought out in the memorial service, we take comfort in knowing he is safe in Jehovah’s memory and we look forward to welcoming him back in the resurrection. Chuck & Echo Flagstad
What a life Doug lead! So grateful to have been able to know him and your family. We have such fond memories of you all in our Forest Lake Cong. days. He set such an amazing example of being positive and not giving up on Jehovah. Jason has mentioned many times the privilege of serving on the Elder body with him and has mentioned the calming effect he had when things got a little crazy! The journey you have all been on in keeping him comfortable and giving him dignity in his slow decline is to be commended. Take care of yourselves, each other and let yourself mourn the loss. Thank you for sharing your wonderful husband, grandfather and dad with all of us! Love from Jenny and Jason
Dear Hackman Family, We want to send you our warmest love in this sad time. Seeing the pictures at the talk really showed what a deep love Doug had for you all. We loved the picture of the little one on the floor with Grandpa right next to it…who did whom in?! Losing someone you love is so hard, but the memories of all the days spent together will become a big comfort as we all look forward to the time of welcoming back. – Isaiah 26:19 – What a marvelous hope and future. May this bring comfort in time. Big hugs, Greetings from New York, Franz and Eva
We were just telling our service group this a.m. how enthusiastic Doug always was on stage recruiting aux. pioneers. Can still see his smiling face! It’s nice you all have each other at this time. You are in our prayers. LeRoy and Marlene
Doug had that quiet way about him and always had a smile! He loved to laugh especially when Bob would tell him a joke. Although he struggled with his health issues, he still looked at you with a grin on his face. He will be missed by all those at the Fitness Center because he was there and ready to listen to all of us. Thank you, Doug, for being part of our lives. We will miss you!!!! Bob & Nancy Lindblom
Will always remember those lutefisk dinners for those lutefisk lovers. Remember good food, friendship & fun. Very special times!
When Doug approached us at one of our first meetings to invite us to the book study group at his home , there was no way to know that that meant we would become like family – our group was that close – it was special- . Doug made it that way , his family made it that way. We will miss the Lutefisk dinners , the card games, watching hockey and football games and his baking – even his fruitbread . His kindness and his smile , his being a ” hiding place from the wind”. Cannot wait to see Doug again and to see him life forever , pain free, reunited with his family and friends!