Douglas Edward Elway of Hoquiam passed away Thursday, Nov. 7, 2019, at Grays Harbor Community Hospital. He was 74.

Douglas was born June 7, 1945, in Aberdeen, Washington, to James and Shirley (Miner) Elway.

Douglas ( a.k.a. Dougman) was raised in Aberdeen and graduated from Weatherwax High School in 1963. Following graduation he enlisted in the U.S. Army, where he proudly served for 20 years, and then the National Guard for 15 years. His duty stations included Germany, Vietnam and Texas.

He married Linda (Joyce) Elway and they later divorced. Douglas married Esther (Keaweehu) Elway in Hawaii and she passed away 2003.

Douglas enjoyed cars and dogs/pets.

He is survived by his son Jaime Elway; two brothers, Robert (Patti) Elway of Aberdeen and Edward (Darcia) Elway of Gig Harbor; and his sister, Diane (Rob) Arnold of Hoquiam. In addition to his wife Esther, Douglas was preceded in death by sons Doug Elway Jr., Bruce Keaweehu and Paul Keaweehu; parents James and Shirley Elway; and brother James Elway.

A celebration of life is being planned for after the new year.

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