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Douglas Carlquist

Carlquist

Douglas C. Carlquist, 78, of Boyers, passed away Friday July 21, 2023, at his home.

Born on March 28, 1945, in Erie, Doug was the son of the late Carl E. Carlquist and late Winifred (Tab) Carlquist.

Doug was a veteran of the United States Navy, having served during the Vietnam era. He retired as a trooper from the Pennsylvania State Police Troop D after 35 years of service. He was a member of the Fraternal Order of Police, VFW Post 7840 and the American Legion. He had a lifelong love of drag racing; he raced from his teenage years into his late 60s when he raced super pro mods. He was an avid fisherman and had a passion for fishing. He coached both of his boys in baseball and was an avid Pirates fan.

Douglas is survived by his wife, Sharyn J. (John) Carlquist; two sons, Douglas F. (Kendra) Carlquist of Latrobe and Daniel D. (Julie) Carlquist of Copley, Ohio; and three grandchildren, Olivia, Dillon and Brandon. He also is survived by one sister, Christine (Jim) Luce of Edinboro; several nieces and nephews; a brother-in-law, Raymond “Gino” John of Boyers; and a sister-in-law, Kathy (David) Tinker of Emlenton.

CARLQUIST — Graveside services for Douglas C. Carlquist, who died Friday, July 21, 2023, will be held at noon Wednesday at Epiphany Catholic Cemetery, Deer Road, Boyers, with services from the Pennsylvania State Police Honor Guard and military services. A luncheon will follow at the Boyers Sportsmen’s Association.

Arrangements are under the direction of WILLIAM F. YOUNG FUNERAL HOME, 132 Main St., West Sunbury.

If desired, online condolences may be sent to www.williamfyoungfh.com.

Please sign the guest book at www.butlereagle.com.

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