Douglas Kevin Way, passed away and went to sleep in Jesus on July 26, 2017, at Swedish Medical Center in Seattle, Washington, following back surgery.
He was an amazing person and lived a selfless life. He was a beloved husband, father and grandfather. He is survived by his wife Karla Way of 41 treasured years, their 2 sons, and daughters-in-law, Zebulon & Tawnia Way of Yakima, Derrick & Alicia Way of Yakima, and four grandchildren, Trinity Grajada and Faith Way, Anna, and Benjamin Way.
Doug was very dedicated and true to his God whom he loved and trusted with his life. He had a way of sharing his love for Jesus in an extraordinary way and shared Him freely with those around him. He also loved his church family and for many years cut beautiful Christmas trees to decorate the front of the church at Christmas time.
Doug was born to Don and Lila Way July 30, 1957, in LaGrande, Oregon. He lived with his family on a farm surrounded by alfalfa fields and up against the edge of the Wallowa Whitman forest in Elgin. He was the youngest of 3 siblings, and is survived by his sister and brother-in-law Jacklin and Keith Allison of Yakima, brother and sister-in-law Stan and Kyla Way of Selah and brother and sister-in-law Dean and Pam Way of Kennewick, and 20 nieces and nephews.
Doug was a mountain man. He loved being in the forest with his family and friends, four wheeling, hunting mushrooms, and fishing, especially with his boys and his granddaughters. He also enjoyed snowmobiling, snow skiing and water skiing. He was an avid hunter for deer and elk for a few years, which later became more of just finding and observing them. But other times he would just enjoy the peace and quiet in the mountains, he would say to us ;listen to the forest, be aware of your surroundings and become one with nature. He knew the names of every tree and many wild flowers. There was no road or part of Ahtanum Ridge, Chinook Pass or White Pass that he hadnt been on or seen.
Doug had a pleasant demeanor and could easily make friends with anyone. Doug was very athletic and loved football, and played with his boys and friends every chance that he got until his back wouldnt let him anymore. He also enjoyed baseball and golf.
Doug loved construction and gained his experience at the age of 14 working after school for Clayton Construction pouring concrete and framing.
Doug was the owner of several businesses. In 1976 he started his first business as Eagle Construction when he built many homes including one on Scenic Drive, a Mini Mart gas station on Tieton Drive, and a three story hotel near North First in Yakima.
His last project was doing the demolition after a water loss and being a consultant for the rebuild on the old Nordstrom building; now known as Yakima Mills Properties or The Valentina. Doug was an excellent provider for his family.
Above all things, Doug loved his God, and his family. On nights that he could not sleep, he would go outside and walk on the deck the length of our house praying for his family, friends and neighbors. He exemplified commitment, integrity and love.
There will be a memorial service for Doug at 2:00 pm on Sunday, June 3rd at the Yakima Seventh-day Adventist Church, 507 N. 35th Avenue, Yakima.
He was an amazing person and lived a selfless life. He was a beloved husband, father and grandfather. He is survived by his wife Karla Way of 41 treasured years, their 2 sons, and daughters-in-law, Zebulon & Tawnia Way of Yakima, Derrick & Alicia Way of Yakima, and four grandchildren, Trinity Grajada and Faith Way, Anna, and Benjamin Way.
Doug was very dedicated and true to his God whom he loved and trusted with his life. He had a way of sharing his love for Jesus in an extraordinary way and shared Him freely with those around him. He also loved his church family and for many years cut beautiful Christmas trees to decorate the front of the church at Christmas time.
Doug was born to Don and Lila Way July 30, 1957, in LaGrande, Oregon. He lived with his family on a farm surrounded by alfalfa fields and up against the edge of the Wallowa Whitman forest in Elgin. He was the youngest of 3 siblings, and is survived by his sister and brother-in-law Jacklin and Keith Allison of Yakima, brother and sister-in-law Stan and Kyla Way of Selah and brother and sister-in-law Dean and Pam Way of Kennewick, and 20 nieces and nephews.
Doug was a mountain man. He loved being in the forest with his family and friends, four wheeling, hunting mushrooms, and fishing, especially with his boys and his granddaughters. He also enjoyed snowmobiling, snow skiing and water skiing. He was an avid hunter for deer and elk for a few years, which later became more of just finding and observing them. But other times he would just enjoy the peace and quiet in the mountains, he would say to us ;listen to the forest, be aware of your surroundings and become one with nature. He knew the names of every tree and many wild flowers. There was no road or part of Ahtanum Ridge, Chinook Pass or White Pass that he hadnt been on or seen.
Doug had a pleasant demeanor and could easily make friends with anyone. Doug was very athletic and loved football, and played with his boys and friends every chance that he got until his back wouldnt let him anymore. He also enjoyed baseball and golf.
Doug loved construction and gained his experience at the age of 14 working after school for Clayton Construction pouring concrete and framing.
Doug was the owner of several businesses. In 1976 he started his first business as Eagle Construction when he built many homes including one on Scenic Drive, a Mini Mart gas station on Tieton Drive, and a three story hotel near North First in Yakima.
His last project was doing the demolition after a water loss and being a consultant for the rebuild on the old Nordstrom building; now known as Yakima Mills Properties or The Valentina. Doug was an excellent provider for his family.
Above all things, Doug loved his God, and his family. On nights that he could not sleep, he would go outside and walk on the deck the length of our house praying for his family, friends and neighbors. He exemplified commitment, integrity and love.
There will be a memorial service for Doug at 2:00 pm on Sunday, June 3rd at the Yakima Seventh-day Adventist Church, 507 N. 35th Avenue, Yakima.
Douglas Kevin Way, passed away and went to sleep in Jesus on July 26, 2017, at Swedish Medical Center in Seattle, Washington, following back surgery.
He was an amazing person and lived a selfless life. He was a beloved husband, father and grandfather. He is survived by his wife Karla Way of 41 treasured years, their 2 sons, and daughters-in-law, Zebulon & Tawnia Way of Yakima, Derrick & Alicia Way of Yakima, and four grandchildren, Trinity Grajada and Faith Way, Anna, and Benjamin Way.
Doug was very dedicated and true to his God whom he loved and trusted with his life. He had a way of sharing his love for Jesus in an extraordinary way and shared Him freely with those around him. He also loved his church family and for many years cut beautiful Christmas trees to decorate the front of the church at Christmas time.
Doug was born to Don and Lila Way July 30, 1957, in LaGrande, Oregon. He lived with his family on a farm surrounded by alfalfa fields and up against the edge of the Wallowa Whitman forest in Elgin. He was the youngest of 3 siblings, and is survived by his sister and brother-in-law Jacklin and Keith Allison of Yakima, brother and sister-in-law Stan and Kyla Way of Selah and brother and sister-in-law Dean and Pam Way of Kennewick, and 20 nieces and nephews.
Doug was a mountain man. He loved being in the forest with his family and friends, four wheeling, hunting mushrooms, and fishing, especially with his boys and his granddaughters. He also enjoyed snowmobiling, snow skiing and water skiing. He was an avid hunter for deer and elk for a few years, which later became more of just finding and observing them. But other times he would just enjoy the peace and quiet in the mountains, he would say to us ;listen to the forest, be aware of your surroundings and become one with nature. He knew the names of every tree and many wild flowers. There was no road or part of Ahtanum Ridge, Chinook Pass or White Pass that he hadnt been on or seen.
Doug had a pleasant demeanor and could easily make friends with anyone. Doug was very athletic and loved football, and played with his boys and friends every chance that he got until his back wouldnt let him anymore. He also enjoyed baseball and golf.
Doug loved construction and gained his experience at the age of 14 working after school for Clayton Construction pouring concrete and framing.
Doug was the owner of several businesses. In 1976 he started his first business as Eagle Construction when he built many homes including one on Scenic Drive, a Mini Mart gas station on Tieton Drive, and a three story hotel near North First in Yakima.
His last project was doing the demolition after a water loss and being a consultant for the rebuild on the old Nordstrom building; now known as Yakima Mills Properties or The Valentina. Doug was an excellent provider for his family.
Above all things, Doug loved his God, and his family. On nights that he could not sleep, he would go outside and walk on the deck the length of our house praying for his family, friends and neighbors. He exemplified commitment, integrity and love.
There will be a memorial service for Doug at 2:00 pm on Sunday, June 3rd at the Yakima Seventh-day Adventist Church, 507 N. 35th Avenue, Yakima.
He was an amazing person and lived a selfless life. He was a beloved husband, father and grandfather. He is survived by his wife Karla Way of 41 treasured years, their 2 sons, and daughters-in-law, Zebulon & Tawnia Way of Yakima, Derrick & Alicia Way of Yakima, and four grandchildren, Trinity Grajada and Faith Way, Anna, and Benjamin Way.
Doug was very dedicated and true to his God whom he loved and trusted with his life. He had a way of sharing his love for Jesus in an extraordinary way and shared Him freely with those around him. He also loved his church family and for many years cut beautiful Christmas trees to decorate the front of the church at Christmas time.
Doug was born to Don and Lila Way July 30, 1957, in LaGrande, Oregon. He lived with his family on a farm surrounded by alfalfa fields and up against the edge of the Wallowa Whitman forest in Elgin. He was the youngest of 3 siblings, and is survived by his sister and brother-in-law Jacklin and Keith Allison of Yakima, brother and sister-in-law Stan and Kyla Way of Selah and brother and sister-in-law Dean and Pam Way of Kennewick, and 20 nieces and nephews.
Doug was a mountain man. He loved being in the forest with his family and friends, four wheeling, hunting mushrooms, and fishing, especially with his boys and his granddaughters. He also enjoyed snowmobiling, snow skiing and water skiing. He was an avid hunter for deer and elk for a few years, which later became more of just finding and observing them. But other times he would just enjoy the peace and quiet in the mountains, he would say to us ;listen to the forest, be aware of your surroundings and become one with nature. He knew the names of every tree and many wild flowers. There was no road or part of Ahtanum Ridge, Chinook Pass or White Pass that he hadnt been on or seen.
Doug had a pleasant demeanor and could easily make friends with anyone. Doug was very athletic and loved football, and played with his boys and friends every chance that he got until his back wouldnt let him anymore. He also enjoyed baseball and golf.
Doug loved construction and gained his experience at the age of 14 working after school for Clayton Construction pouring concrete and framing.
Doug was the owner of several businesses. In 1976 he started his first business as Eagle Construction when he built many homes including one on Scenic Drive, a Mini Mart gas station on Tieton Drive, and a three story hotel near North First in Yakima.
His last project was doing the demolition after a water loss and being a consultant for the rebuild on the old Nordstrom building; now known as Yakima Mills Properties or The Valentina. Doug was an excellent provider for his family.
Above all things, Doug loved his God, and his family. On nights that he could not sleep, he would go outside and walk on the deck the length of our house praying for his family, friends and neighbors. He exemplified commitment, integrity and love.
There will be a memorial service for Doug at 2:00 pm on Sunday, June 3rd at the Yakima Seventh-day Adventist Church, 507 N. 35th Avenue, Yakima.
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