Douglas J. "Doug" Antoon

Attorney Douglas “Doug” James Antoon, died unexpectedly on February 2, 2023, after a short illness. He was only 66 years old. His family is deeply saddened and shocked by his sudden death.  Douglas was born in Methuen, Massachusetts on October 28, 1956.

Doug is survived by his brother Daniel and his wife Debra Antoon of Jensen Beach, Fl., his brother Gregory and his wife Christine of Pennsylvania, his sister-in-law Frances Antoon of Stuart, Fl., several beloved nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, and his sweet cats Grace and Mercy.

Doug is predeceased by his father Samuel Antoon, his mother Ann Antoon, his brothers Joseph and Dana Antoon, his sister-in-law Gina and his nephew Gregory Douglas Antoon.

Doug was educated at Central Catholic High School in Lawrence, Massachusetts, the University of Denver where he received his Bachelor of Arts and at Suffolk University Law School where he received his Juris Doctorate.  He was a star debate team member throughout high school and college years and always a Deans list student. He was a seasoned and very well-respected attorney regardless of where he resided. Doug was known for being incredibly passionate about his work.

He most recently was Senior Legal Counsel for Philips Healthcare North America where he made many close connections and had a tremendous impact on the clients he served.

Doug loved his volunteer work as a Juvenile Justice System Mentor where he mentored youth from 13 to 21 years old to help them create a path for their future success.

Doug was a pillar in his community of Albuquerque, New Mexico where he resided for the last two decades.  He was passionate about politics from a very young age and assisted in running campaigns throughout his time not only in New Mexico but also early in his career in Massachusetts making many close friends along the way.

He had countless friends we would like to thank for their continued connection over the years; but the family would like to extend a heartfelt special thank you to Gary Gallant who was a rock during Doug’s last days for him and the family.

Doug was deeply connected to his congregation and worship team in his ministry “The Way” and was blessed by the close bonds that stayed by his side always praying for him. A special thanks to Terry and the amazing team that assembled to support the family during this difficult time.

As a man of faith, Doug would embrace a celebration of the immortality promised to all by Christ. He would love to be remembered with funny, strange, or silly stories that celebrate what was good and blessed in his life.

When peace, like a river attendeth my way

When sorrow like sea billows roll

Whatever my lot, thou has taught me to say,

It is well, it is well, with my soul.

A Celebration of Life service will be on Saturday April 22, 2023 at 3:00 pm at the Sheraton Upton Hotel, Baldwin Meeting Room, 2600 Louisiana Boulevard Northeast, Albuquerque, NM 87110.

Arrangements are by the Dewhirst Boles Funeral Home, 80 Broadway, Methuen,MA. Contributions can be made to a “No Kill Pet Shelter” in your area to honor Doug’s love for his cats or a charity of your choice.

All updates to memorial services will be announced on the funeral home website. To leave an online condolence please visit Doug’s tribute page at www.dewhirstbolesfuneral.com.

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