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Douglas Wickard Obituary
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Douglas Jay Wickard, 66, of North Baltimore. Doug passed away peacefully Friday, January 31, 2025, after a nearly three-year battle with ALS, with his loving family by his side.
Born August 21, 1958, in Bowling Green to Tommie and Margaret (Mathias) Wickard. He was a 1977 graduate of North Baltimore High School. Doug was known for his hard work, quick wit and willingness to lend a helping hand. Even in the face of his illness, he remained positive and optimistic.
He is survived by his spouse, Sherry (Clark) of 42 years; children, Heather (Tyler) Fremont of Troy, Jayson Wickard of Columbus, Jaymie Wickard of North Baltimore; brother, Terry (Doni) Wickard of North Baltimore; and grandchildren, Waylon, Winston and Weslyn Fremont. Doug will be deeply missed, but his spirit will forever be a part of our lives and our community.
He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Vicki Wickard; and brother, Steve Wickard.
Doug owned and operated Wickard Brothers Construction from 1984-2018. In addition, he worked for Plast-O-Meric from 1989-2003 and The Village of North Baltimore from 2007-2021, when he retired. Doug was a member of Sons of the American Legion Post No.539 and the F.O.E No.2633.
A visitation will be 4-8 p.m. Friday, February 7, 2025, at SMITH-CRATES FUNERAL HOME, North Baltimore. A service to celebrate Doug's life will begin at 11 a.m. Saturday, February 8, 2025, at SMITH-CRATES FUNERAL HOME, where additional visitation will be from 10 a.m. until time of service. Pastor Jim Baney will officiate, and a private burial will take place later.
The family kindly requests that, in lieu of flowers, donations be made to an ALS-related charity or Bridge Home Health and Hospice to honor his memory and support the fight against ALS. Doug's family would like to express a special thank you to Ashley and Tiffany from Bridge Hospice.
Online condolences can be expressed to the family by visiting smithcrates.com.
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Jeff Baxter
February 22, 2025
I am saddened to hear of Doug's passing, he was quite the character,he always had joke or a quick comeback, I am honored to have known him,
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