Douglas A. Fishburn

February 20, 1948 - August 20, 2012

Douglas A. Fishburn "Doug" Of Channahon passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Monday, August 20, 2012 at the Joliet Area Community Hospice Home at the age of 64 years. Born in Channahon, Doug was a resident of the community his entire life. Preceded in death by his parents; Donald and Jean (nee Walters) Fishburn. Survived by his beloved wife Betty (nee Male) Fishburn; loving father of Keith (Angel) McCoy of MO, Tracy McCoy of Joliet and Tina (Frank) Burgess of WV. Proud grandfather of Nikolas, Kaela and Joey; Dear brother of Deb (John) Hibner, Barb (Bill) McDonald, Herb (Shari) Fishburn and fond brother in law of Ray (Shelia) Male. Also left to mourn are his nephews; Ed and Don Rittof, Matt (Kristy) McDonald, Will (Tara) McDonald, Herb (Bre) Fishburn, Andy Fishburn and Rob (Dinette) Male; his nieces; Jen (Brian) Kursell, Emily Fishburn, Sherry (Angel) Serrano, Shannon (Jim) Baranak, numerous cousins and his special kind and loving aunt Betty J. Vercelote. Doug graduated from JCHS in 1966. He was a life time member of Operating Engineer Local 150. An avid hunter, especially duck and goose hunting. He also loved fishing and just being outdoors. And he was a die-hard Cubs Fan. Funeral Service for Douglas A. Fishburn will be held on Saturday, August 25, 2012 at 11:00 AM at The Maple Funeral Home, 24300 W. Ford Rd., Channahon. Rev. Lora Zink officiating. Interment Private. Visitation Saturday from 9:00 AM until service begins. For information www.themaplefuneralhome.com