Douglas B. McKee, 78, Battle Ground, passed away at 2:55 PM, July 23, 2017 at his daughter’s home in Brookston. He was born July 13, 1939 in Battle Ground to the late Neal and Marie (Flack) McKee. He attended Battle Ground High School.

Doug served in the United States Marine Corps and was honorably discharged on June 29, 1966. His marriage was to Judy Taylor on November 22, 1969 at the Brookston Church of Christ. She survives.

He was a member of the American Legion Post #492, Brookston Church of Christ, Elmwood Church of Christ, and Lafayette Church of Christ. Doug was a maintenance technician for several years and later retired from Murdock Manor in Lafayette.

Doug enjoyed spending his time fishing, reading and watching westerns, long drives and walks with the family dog Lilly, and most of all, spending time with family.

Surviving along with his wife are children, Amy (Vince) Boston of Brookston, and Todd (Clara) McKee of Clarks Hill; grandchildren, Josh Bellah, Brandon Bellah, and Matthew McKee; great-grandchildren, Ariana Bellah, Brody Bellah, and Braydon Bellah. Also surviving are siblings, Don (Peg) McKee of Battle Ground, Bob (Kay) McKee of Lafayette, Roy McKee of Battle Ground, Judy (Roger) Mettes of Lafayette, Mary Van Dyke of Lafayette, Cynthia Smith of Alabama, and Theresa Walters of Indianapolis.

Preceding him in death along with his parents are siblings, Bill McKee, Jean Ralstin, and Frankie Phippis. Also preceding him in death are brother-in-law Frank Van Dyke, and sister-in-law Bev McKee.

Friends may call from 10 AM until the time of Funeral Service 1 PM Thursday, July 27, 2017 at Hartzler-Clapper Funeral Home of Brookston. Minister Bill Miller of Lafayette Church of Christ to officiate. Private inurnment will be held at a later date at Battle Ground Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made in Doug’s name to the Wounded Warrior Project.

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