Below is a life sketch for Leslie Douglas of Oakland, California.
"Leslie Douglas was born October 20, 1896 in Lytle, Texas. He was the third son to be welcomed into the home of Mr. and Mrs. H.C. Douglas.
In July 1898, the family boarded a train in Lytle bound for Lemoore, California. Later the family moved to Oakland. His two brothers preceded him in death. His three sisters survive him.
He attended schools in Oakland and at an early age became a trumpet player in the school band. During World War I, he played trumpet in the United States Naval Reserve band. Soon, however, he answered his family's call to help establish a farm in Galt, California.
Upon returning to Oakland, he had a brief experience in the battery manufacturing business then launched what was to become his major career in railroading.
While vacationing in St. Louis, Missouri, in 1926, Leslie met Ruth Shannahan and one year later they were married at her family's home in Hot Springs, Arkansas. He returned with his bride to Oakland, California where they moved into the house he had previously built with the help of his Dad. They remained in the Bay area and became the loving parents of three boys and two girls.
Leslie devoted 43 years to Southern Pacific Railroad. Much of his spare time was happily spent composing music, musical scores and writing poems and short stories. One of his songs, "Steeple Bells" was published in 1938. His endless creativity resulted in many inventions and ideas, some of which were later incorporated throughout the railroad industry. He was also very civic minded and offered many ideas and suggestions to local and state government leaders. His many "Letters to the Editor" illuminated important issues and provided food for thought with a keen insight nurtured by years and experiences. A faithful member of the Methodist Church, he enjoyed many years singing in the choir.
Leslie Douglas was a devoted husband and father. He spent some of his spare time playing with children. He could always be counted on to fix a broken toy or wagon.
Mourning their father's death is Mrs. Ruth Evelyn Goodeill of Hayward, California; Leslie Jr. of Cypress, California; William of Fountain Valley, California; Mrs. Bonnie Aldridge of Blanchard, Oklahoma; and Ray of Oakland, California.
Also left to mourn his passing is his beloved wife Ruth; 13 grandchildren; two great grandchildren; three sisters and many friends.
Leslie Douglas died on he and his wife's 43rd wedding anniversary and six days after his 74th birthday."
Author: Ruth Evelyn (Douglas) Goodeill, daughter of Ruth (Shannahan) and Leslie Douglas.
Taken from https://www.mykeeper.com/profile/LeslieDouglas/
This can also be found in the Douglas Family book, by Ruth Evelyn (Douglas) Goodeill, 2019.
"Leslie Douglas was born October 20, 1896 in Lytle, Texas. He was the third son to be welcomed into the home of Mr. and Mrs. H.C. Douglas.
In July 1898, the family boarded a train in Lytle bound for Lemoore, California. Later the family moved to Oakland. His two brothers preceded him in death. His three sisters survive him.
He attended schools in Oakland and at an early age became a trumpet player in the school band. During World War I, he played trumpet in the United States Naval Reserve band. Soon, however, he answered his family's call to help establish a farm in Galt, California.
Upon returning to Oakland, he had a brief experience in the battery manufacturing business then launched what was to become his major career in railroading.
While vacationing in St. Louis, Missouri, in 1926, Leslie met Ruth Shannahan and one year later they were married at her family's home in Hot Springs, Arkansas. He returned with his bride to Oakland, California where they moved into the house he had previously built with the help of his Dad. They remained in the Bay area and became the loving parents of three boys and two girls.
Leslie devoted 43 years to Southern Pacific Railroad. Much of his spare time was happily spent composing music, musical scores and writing poems and short stories. One of his songs, "Steeple Bells" was published in 1938. His endless creativity resulted in many inventions and ideas, some of which were later incorporated throughout the railroad industry. He was also very civic minded and offered many ideas and suggestions to local and state government leaders. His many "Letters to the Editor" illuminated important issues and provided food for thought with a keen insight nurtured by years and experiences. A faithful member of the Methodist Church, he enjoyed many years singing in the choir.
Leslie Douglas was a devoted husband and father. He spent some of his spare time playing with children. He could always be counted on to fix a broken toy or wagon.
Mourning their father's death is Mrs. Ruth Evelyn Goodeill of Hayward, California; Leslie Jr. of Cypress, California; William of Fountain Valley, California; Mrs. Bonnie Aldridge of Blanchard, Oklahoma; and Ray of Oakland, California.
Also left to mourn his passing is his beloved wife Ruth; 13 grandchildren; two great grandchildren; three sisters and many friends.
Leslie Douglas died on he and his wife's 43rd wedding anniversary and six days after his 74th birthday."
Author: Ruth Evelyn (Douglas) Goodeill, daughter of Ruth (Shannahan) and Leslie Douglas.
Taken from https://www.mykeeper.com/profile/LeslieDouglas/
This can also be found in the Douglas Family book, by Ruth Evelyn (Douglas) Goodeill, 2019.
Below is a life sketch for Leslie Douglas of Oakland, California.
"Leslie Douglas was born October 20, 1896 in Lytle, Texas. He was the third son to be welcomed into the home of Mr. and Mrs. H.C. Douglas.
In July 1898, the family boarded a train in Lytle bound for Lemoore, California. Later the family moved to Oakland. His two brothers preceded him in death. His three sisters survive him.
He attended schools in Oakland and at an early age became a trumpet player in the school band. During World War I, he played trumpet in the United States Naval Reserve band. Soon, however, he answered his family's call to help establish a farm in Galt, California.
Upon returning to Oakland, he had a brief experience in the battery manufacturing business then launched what was to become his major career in railroading.
While vacationing in St. Louis, Missouri, in 1926, Leslie met Ruth Shannahan and one year later they were married at her family's home in Hot Springs, Arkansas. He returned with his bride to Oakland, California where they moved into the house he had previously built with the help of his Dad. They remained in the Bay area and became the loving parents of three boys and two girls.
Leslie devoted 43 years to Southern Pacific Railroad. Much of his spare time was happily spent composing music, musical scores and writing poems and short stories. One of his songs, "Steeple Bells" was published in 1938. His endless creativity resulted in many inventions and ideas, some of which were later incorporated throughout the railroad industry. He was also very civic minded and offered many ideas and suggestions to local and state government leaders. His many "Letters to the Editor" illuminated important issues and provided food for thought with a keen insight nurtured by years and experiences. A faithful member of the Methodist Church, he enjoyed many years singing in the choir.
Leslie Douglas was a devoted husband and father. He spent some of his spare time playing with children. He could always be counted on to fix a broken toy or wagon.
Mourning their father's death is Mrs. Ruth Evelyn Goodeill of Hayward, California; Leslie Jr. of Cypress, California; William of Fountain Valley, California; Mrs. Bonnie Aldridge of Blanchard, Oklahoma; and Ray of Oakland, California.
Also left to mourn his passing is his beloved wife Ruth; 13 grandchildren; two great grandchildren; three sisters and many friends.
Leslie Douglas died on he and his wife's 43rd wedding anniversary and six days after his 74th birthday."
Author: Ruth Evelyn (Douglas) Goodeill, daughter of Ruth (Shannahan) and Leslie Douglas.
Taken from https://www.mykeeper.com/profile/LeslieDouglas/
This can also be found in the Douglas Family book, by Ruth Evelyn (Douglas) Goodeill, 2019.
"Leslie Douglas was born October 20, 1896 in Lytle, Texas. He was the third son to be welcomed into the home of Mr. and Mrs. H.C. Douglas.
In July 1898, the family boarded a train in Lytle bound for Lemoore, California. Later the family moved to Oakland. His two brothers preceded him in death. His three sisters survive him.
He attended schools in Oakland and at an early age became a trumpet player in the school band. During World War I, he played trumpet in the United States Naval Reserve band. Soon, however, he answered his family's call to help establish a farm in Galt, California.
Upon returning to Oakland, he had a brief experience in the battery manufacturing business then launched what was to become his major career in railroading.
While vacationing in St. Louis, Missouri, in 1926, Leslie met Ruth Shannahan and one year later they were married at her family's home in Hot Springs, Arkansas. He returned with his bride to Oakland, California where they moved into the house he had previously built with the help of his Dad. They remained in the Bay area and became the loving parents of three boys and two girls.
Leslie devoted 43 years to Southern Pacific Railroad. Much of his spare time was happily spent composing music, musical scores and writing poems and short stories. One of his songs, "Steeple Bells" was published in 1938. His endless creativity resulted in many inventions and ideas, some of which were later incorporated throughout the railroad industry. He was also very civic minded and offered many ideas and suggestions to local and state government leaders. His many "Letters to the Editor" illuminated important issues and provided food for thought with a keen insight nurtured by years and experiences. A faithful member of the Methodist Church, he enjoyed many years singing in the choir.
Leslie Douglas was a devoted husband and father. He spent some of his spare time playing with children. He could always be counted on to fix a broken toy or wagon.
Mourning their father's death is Mrs. Ruth Evelyn Goodeill of Hayward, California; Leslie Jr. of Cypress, California; William of Fountain Valley, California; Mrs. Bonnie Aldridge of Blanchard, Oklahoma; and Ray of Oakland, California.
Also left to mourn his passing is his beloved wife Ruth; 13 grandchildren; two great grandchildren; three sisters and many friends.
Leslie Douglas died on he and his wife's 43rd wedding anniversary and six days after his 74th birthday."
Author: Ruth Evelyn (Douglas) Goodeill, daughter of Ruth (Shannahan) and Leslie Douglas.
Taken from https://www.mykeeper.com/profile/LeslieDouglas/
This can also be found in the Douglas Family book, by Ruth Evelyn (Douglas) Goodeill, 2019.
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