Douglas Babcock
January 6, 1947 ~ February 4, 2011
Douglas Wayne Babcock age 64 of New Hampton died Friday morning, February 4, 2011, at his home.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, February 9, 2011, at Holy Family Parish-St. Mary’s Center, New Hampton with Rev. Mark Osterhaus celebrating the Mass. The pall will be placed on Doug's casket by his wife and children. Lector for the service is Curt Kiesling. The offertory gifts will be presented by Doug's nieces and nephews.
Interment will be in the New Hampton City Cemetery with military honors by the New Hampton American Legion and VFW Posts. Pallbearers are Jerry Mihm, Melissa Junge, Bill Drewelow, Duane Carpenter, Gilbert Rosenbaum and Jeremy Mihm. Honorary pallbearers are Harvey Drewelow, Tom Straw and Bill Straw.
Friends may greet the family 3:00 - 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 8, 2011, at Hugeback & Chenoweth Funeral Home in New Hampton where there will be a 7:00 p.m. parish scripture service. Visitation continues 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.
Douglas Wayne Babcock was born January 6, 1947, in New Hampton, the son of Donald and Lucille (Hackman) Babcock. He received his education in New Hampton and was a graduate of the class of 1965. On April 7, 1966, he was inducted into the United States Army and served in Vietnam. While in service he received a Bronze Star and was honorably discharged on April 5, 1968.
On April 12, 1969, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in New Hampton, he married Judy Eichenberger. To this union three children were born. In his early years, Doug worked for the former B & P Silo Company in New Hampton and the former Carlson Construction from Decorah. In 1983 he began raising fox at home and also worked for Drewelow fur in Fredericksburg. Doug did custom fur processing for himself and the Drewelow’s.
Doug loved his dogs, all wildlife, hunting, fishing and spending time with his beloved grandchildren.
Survivors include his wife, Judy; one son, Jeffrey (Stacy) Babcock of Charles City; one daughter, Laura (Curtis) Kiesling of Nevada; six grandchildren, Alex Babcock, Tyler Babcock, Justin Babcock, Megan Babcock, Caitlyn Kiesling and Logan Kiesling; one brother, Ken Babcock of Nashua; a mother-in-law, Lois Eichenberger of New Hampton; an aunt and uncle, Duane & Marlys Hackman of Elma.
He was preceded in death by his parents, a son, Mark in 1997 and one brother, Keith Babcock.
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Dear Judy and family, You all have my deepest sympathy. I’m sorry I couldn’t be there for any of the services, but you know I am thinking of you all every day. I love the story about the bald eagle and it makes me happy to think about Doug soaring free and high over the Iowa landscape. Love, Cecilia
Judy and family, so sorry for your loss. Our thougts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow.
TO THE FAMILY OF DOUG BABCOCK. WE ARE WITH EACH ONE OF YOU DURING THE TIME OF SORROW, DOUG, WAS AN WONDERFUL HUSBAND, SPECIAL DAD,SUPER GRANDPA, GREAT FRIEND, YOUR LOVEONE WELL LIVE ON FOR EVER. NO ONE CAN EVER TAKE AWAY ALL YOUR SPECIAL MEMORIES WE HAVE AN LOTS OF MEMORIES, DOUG WAS AN GENTLEMEN DOUG WWORKED WITH MY DAD AT THE B,&P SILO I WOULD GO UP TO THE B,&P SILO TO SEE MY DAD JUEL KNUTSON. WHEN DOUG SAW ME HE WOULD COME AN TALK TO HIM DOUG WELL ALWAYS LIVE ON FOR EVER. GOD BLESS YOUALL,& GOD WATCH OVER YOU ALL. LOVE ALICE,& TOM RASING ACKTR IF YOU NEED ANYTHING PLEASE GIVE US A CALL PHONE #641-330-6871 ALICE, TOM’S IS 641-330-2040.
Judy and family, just wanted to let you know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
My husband and I would like to convey our deepest sympathy to the family and friends of your beloved Douglas. We would like to share with you something that has brought us much comfort at a similar time in our lives. John 11:14-44 shares with us the experience of Jesus resurrecting Lazarus here on earth before the very eyes of those he loved. We can only imagine the tears of joy when we too are reunited with our dear loved ones. (John 5:28,29)Douglas will surely be missed by many of those who’s lives he shared, remember the experiences you shared together and learn from them, hold them close to your heart and cherish them. May you find comfort from those who surround you at this very difficult time. Our sincere condolences to all of you.
Dear Judy, I was so sorry to hear of Doug’s passing. Please know that we are keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. God bless you all, may He bring you comfort in your time of need. Blessings, Cindy
Judy, Ken and family sorry to hear of the loss of Doug. Both of our families are dealing with the recent loss of loved one. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Judy and family….my heart goes out to you. I am sure this summer when the sun is going down on the river at the cabin, I will glance down to the river and think I see him fishing off the dock….and will think of him fondly…and miss him terribly….treasure your memories as Tom and I will…Connie
Donnie and I would like to express our deepest symphaty to you and your family.We were shocked to hear of your loss. May God comfort you in your sorrow
Judy, Jeff and Laura – We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Judy & Family..We are sorry for your loss.
Judy & family, I am so sorry for your loss. We are thinking of you all in our thoughts & prayers.
Judy and family, You have our deepest sympathy. Know that our loving Lord will surround you with his loving arms and give you peace, love, and comfort during the difficult days ahead. God bless. Orlin and Jan
Judy & family, Although it’s difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, may looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow.Hal & Judy
To Judy Family I am very sorry about your lost of your husband and the kids of their dad and grandchildrens their grandpa and rest of the family.Doug was really nice guy. Our prayers in your hearts all of you. God bless you guys Brenda Parks
Dear Judy and family, Please accept our deepest sympathy. I counted Doug as a good friend since we were little children. We hope your memories will sustain you through the time.
Judy and family, You have our deepest sympathy and you are in our thoughts and prayers. Losing a loved one is not easy but just cherish all the good memories of the past and carry them into the future. Karen & Merle
Judy we are so sorry for your loss. You have our sincere sympathy and prayers. Nancy & Russell Wegner
Judy & Family – you are in our thoughts and prayers at this time. Our sympathy to you.
Judy and family, we are so sorry to hear of your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Judy and family I would like to send my Deepest Sympathy to you as I cannot get away for wake, as my dad had a stroke about a year and a half go and has to have 24 hr. care, so the evenings are my time to care for him, as my niece does it while I’m at work. I want you to know your in my prayers and thoughts. And I stilll remember you Jeff and Laura from working with you at The Pinicon and Yes I am still there.
Judy— I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your husband. You have my deepest sympathies and know that I am thinking of you.
Dear Judy and Family, We are so sorry for your loss. We know there are no words that can ease your pain or the emptiness that lies ahead, but do know that we love you and are here for you. Love, Rick and Darlene
Judy, you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Judy and Family, Although no words can really help to ease the loss you bear, just know that you are very close in every thought and prayer.
Judy, I’m praying for you and your family. Let us help in anyway.
Judy, my sympathy to you and your family-God Bless
Judy & family, you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Judy and family – just letting you know that we are thinking of you.
When words become meaningless, please know, you are in our prayers and ever so close to our hearts. God Bless and Keep You!
Our thoughts and prayers go out to your families,
Our Deepest Sympathy Judy and Family, on your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Craig and Patti Rosauer