He had served in the Nebraska National Guard. Douglas had worked for the city of Fremont and Valmont.
For several years, he was employed by Western Engineering of Harlan, Iowa building roads in both Iowa and Nebraska. He has been disabled the past 10 years.
He was a former member of the Eagles Club of North Platte.
Survivors: parents - Roy and JoAnn Lemons of Fremont
2 brothers - Tom (and fiance' Vicki) Lemons of Elkhorn
Bryan Lemons of Maryville, Missouri
2 nieces - Alisha Lemons and Casey Lemons, of Maryville, Missouri
The funeral service will be 10:30 AM Wednesday (January 26th) at the First United Methodist Church with the Rev. Greg Hall officiating. The committal will follow in Ridge Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the First United Methodist Church.
Visitation at the Ludvigsen Mortuary, Fremont, will be on Tuesday (January 25th) from 2 to 8 PM, with the family present from 6 to 8 PM. Visitation will continue at the church Wednesday morning for an hour before the service.
online guestbook at www.Ludvigsenmortuary.com
Condolences(31)
Joyce (Christensen) Henke
Fremont, NE Monday, February 7, 2011 My sympathy to the Lemons Family. My brother Alan and Tom were friends growing up but I didn't really get to know Doug until he was an adult. I will remember him as a kind and gentle person.Marsha (Palmer) Brown
Valley, Ne Monday, January 24, 2011 I want to extend my deepest sympathies to Doug's entire family. It is so hard to lost your loved ones. Hang on to the memories and let them comfort you.Sue Heiman
Omaha, NE Monday, January 24, 2011 Tom, Vicki and the rest of Dougs family..... Sorry I couldn't make it to the funeral but I'm down in KC. Wanted to send my deepest sympathies. My thoughts and prayers are with you... He was quite a character...He'll be missed...Jayne Miller
Chicago, IL Monday, January 24, 2011 I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that your entire family is in my thoughts and prayers. Peace to you all.Bradley Jones
Omaha, Ne Monday, January 24, 2011 My deepest sympathies to the Lemons family. My thoughts and prayers are with you. On my of my bicycle, outings, which were many, I would see Doug, downtown, at the lakes, Barnard Park, everywhere..... We shared much time and had many unique conversations. He will be missed.Gregg Kupfer
omaha, NE Monday, January 24, 2011 Doug, my friend, it will sadden my wife greatly when I tell her tonite that you have passed. Before I married Cheryl, you and I shared many laughs during our youth in Fremont.I will always be extremely greatful for growing up where I did and when I did. I'm sure you felt the same way. When she first informed me that she had gotten to know you at the Prospector, my faith in more than coincidence strengthened. Your brother Tom was always a kick in the pants. Enjoyed watching him in the school plays. Until we meet again, Doug, please know that I always valued your friendship. Enjoy heaven with my brother, Pud. KupLTC (Ret) Leo Harrington
Omaha, NE Monday, January 24, 2011 My condolences to the family at this sorrowful time., Doug was a special member of E Troop and a friend to me. Whenever I get together with other veterans and talk of old times Doug's name often comes up. He will be missed by many, my prayers will be with you all. Leo HarringtonRhonda Carlson
Fremont, NE Monday, January 24, 2011 My condolences to the Lemons family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this most difficult time.Don & Dorothy Charleston
Valley, NE Monday, January 24, 2011 Roy, Just wanted to let you know we are thinking of you. Wish we could be there with all of your family and friends. We will always remember your Doug. He was a special young man. You will hear more from us. Don & DorothyJulie Toline Nicholson
Broken Bow, NE Monday, January 24, 2011 Roy, Tom and Bryan, my thoughts and prayers are with you all in this time of sorrow! Love, JulieJim Chrisman
Fremont, NE Monday, January 24, 2011 So very sorry to hear of your loss. May God comfort you all.Steve Schneider
Fremont, NE Monday, January 24, 2011 Sorry to hear of Doug's passing. Thoughts and prayers are with family and friends. Doug, we shared a number of laughs over our high school days over a few cold ones over the years. I will miss your creative thinking and sense of humor. I know that your in a better place and will be keeping a eye on all of us. Miss you my friend. God's speed!!MJ STOLTENBERG
HARLINGEN, TX Monday, January 24, 2011 Received a call this afternoon about Doug's passing. He was so special, always a joy to be around.. Roy, you and your family are in my prayers & thoughts during this time. May your memories sustain you in the days ahead. Sorry we will not be able to attend his funeral. Deepest Sympathy.Greg A Carlson
Fremont, Ne Monday, January 24, 2011 To Dougs Family , Very sorry for your loss ,Doug was a special Person , had a few Drinks with him down at the corner bar , back in the day , many many special talks about our time at FHS and life. I will miss you my friend , Say Hi to Randy T for us . until we meet again ..GCDolores Bang
Fremont, NE Tuesday, January 25, 2011 To Roy and family, My sincere sympathy on the loss of your son, Doug. It is never easy to give up one so young. May the Lord give you added strength as you face all that is ahead - going through this loss. Trust in the Lord. Sincerely, Dee BangPenny (Shadbolt) Pilkenton
Fremont, NE Tuesday, January 25, 2011 So sorry to here of Doug's passing. Please know my thoughts & prayers are with the entire family. Used to spend alot of time at the Lemons house growing up!!!James Riggs
Columbus, Ne Tuesday, January 25, 2011 My heart go's out to Tom and his Family.Ken barry
Fremont, ne Tuesday, January 25, 2011 sorry to hear about Doug . i injoyed workin with him at Stormor and drinkin with him at the silver dollar he was always a joy to be aroundDanna Clopper Ninemire Becerra
Omaha, NE Tuesday, January 25, 2011 Tom and family, so sorry to learn of Doug's passing. I haven't seen him in years, but he was a student of mine one of my first years of teaching Art at FHS. I still remember how fun and enthusiastic he was about everything we did. He worked on a giant macrame project everyday for weeks. My prayers for your family. DannaBill & Susan Ricketts
Omaha, ne Tuesday, January 25, 2011 Roy, Tom, Vicki and Family - We thoroughly enjoyed the past couple of Thanksgiving with Doug. He always said a beautiful grace before dinner. Our blessings, prayer and thoughts are with you all. You have our deepest sympathies.Carmen (Larson) Maurer
Hooper, NE Tuesday, January 25, 2011 Sorry to hear about Doug passing. My condolences to his family! Doug always remembered me from the old neighborhood, and would always ask, by name,about how everyone in the family. He was always ready with a hearty greeting! God bless!Dave Probst
Fremont, NE Tuesday, January 25, 2011 Roy and family. I am so sorry to hear about Doug's passing. Words can never express the sense of loss you are feeling. Rest assured that you are in my prayers.Matt Stoll
Mechanicsburg, PA Tuesday, January 25, 2011 Tom My condolences to you and your family during this time. It's been a long time but have fond memories of the Garfield Street gang Take care my friend ,Daniel Luben
Fremont, NE Tuesday, January 25, 2011 To the family of Doug, I was in the Nat. Guard with Doug. He was a very memorable person to know & once a friend, always a friend. I read another tribute that stated how Doug said a nice prayer & I remember how he would pray for the troops in the Guard. He will be missed. Sincerly, Dan LubenBecky Tworek
Fremont, Ne Wednesday, January 26, 2011 First off I want to apologize for not being able to attend Dougs funeral, I do not have a babysitter for Presley. I remember Doug coming to visit Jo, he sure had her sense of humor...I am so sorry Roy, one should never have to bury a child. No matter the age. Although nothing will take the pain away, just know you are in my thoughts and prayers. Sincerly, Becky TworekNancy Furstenau-Boyles
Fremont, NE Wednesday, January 26, 2011 My thoughts and prayers go out to Doug' family and friends. He was such a unique person with such a kind heart. He will be missed by so many. Godspeed Doug!Janie and John Clopper
Sequim, WA Wednesday, January 26, 2011 Our deepest thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.Wayne and Rita Rasmussen Stanley
Prescott Valley, AZ Wednesday, January 26, 2011 Wayne and I were terribly shocked to see Doug's obituary on the website of the Fremont Tribune. I remember Doug as a slightly weird, but nice kid, and especially in German class when he dressed like a German army officer for Oktoberfest (I dressed as German as I could come up with, trying to create a "dirndl" for myself). I became a Christian partly due to Doug's talking me into going to the Good News Circle concert at Fremont Auditorium in (I think!) 1973. Another life passed, way too young! Condolences to the whole family, but especially JoAnn who was always a good second mom to me in high school!Alisha Borisow
Lincoln, NE Thursday, January 27, 2011 Doug was always one of the bright spots in my day when I worked at A&A Drug. He kept us on our toes and always had a witty remark. So sorry for your loss.Lars Shallberg
Santa Cruz, ca Friday, January 28, 2011 Sorry to hear of Doug's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Vaya con Dios, Dougcindra bernt
omaha, ne Friday, January 28, 2011 Sorry to hear of the loss of Doug. Went to school with him he was quite the guy! My thoughts are with you and your family.