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HIS GRACE DOUGLAS WARREN MARTIN DUKE OF BRAMPTON, 79
May 27, 1941 - January 27, 2021
After a long and courageous battle with cancer, His Grace Douglas Warren Martin Duke of Brampton, slipped lovingly into the arms of his Savior on January 27, 2021. His wife Denise, Duchess of Brampton and his best friend and constant companion Lola were by his side as he went home.
Douglas was the son of the late Charles and Stella Martin, St. Louis, MO. He was also preceded in death by his late stepmother Peggy Martin Wildwood, FL and his beloved daughter Teri Lynn Martin Lancaster, PA.
He is survived by his wife Denise (nee Patterson) of 37 years, a son Keith and his wife Christina; 4 granddaughters, Tayler Abel of Hillsboro, MO, Lauren Wassum, Levittown, PA, Danielle and Terilyn Martin, Levittown, PA, and 1 great-grandson, Logan Able. Also, his personal court Lord Russell and Lady Kathy Ahearn, Lord Edward and Lady Nora Simpson and Lord Richard and Lady Sherri Spearing.
Born in Philadelphia, PA in May 1941, his family enjoyed celebrating his birth in Philadelphia until his father was called to duty upon the bombing of Pearl Harbor December 7. His family moved to St. Louis, MO to start their life after war.
In 1960 after finishing high school Douglas entered the U.S. Navy and served aboard the U.S.S. Midway until August, 1964. Douglas moved to Orlando, FL where he met his wife Denise.
Douglas and his family moved to Lancaster and he began working for the Conestoga Valley School District at the Smoketown Elementary School until his retirement in 2006. In June, 2006 he began working for the Strasburg Rail Road where among other things he enjoyed meeting people both local and from around the world. He remained with them until his recent retirement in November, 2020. His love of trains, planes and automobiles kept him very busy. He belonged to The Lancaster County Cruisers Car Club, Home Town Guys and Gals WWII Reenactors, and the Central Pa Model Car Club.
In the year 2000 Douglas was given the first of his English birth right and made Lord Brampton a title first bestowed upon his family by King Henry VII, and invested as such. Upon the death of his great uncle in 2011 Lord and Lady Brampton were then ennobled at His Grace Douglas Duke of Brampton and his wife Denise Duchess of Brampton.
Family and friends are invited to pay their last respects to His Grace on Sunday, January 31, 2021 from 3-6 pm at the Charles F. Snyder Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz, PA 17543. Flowers are permitted, and anyone may donate to either the Ann B. Barshinger Cancer Institute, 2102 Harrisburg Pike Lancaster, PA 17601 or Compassionate Care Hospice 2101 Oregon Pike Suite 301, Lancaster, PA 17601, in His Grace’s memory. Interment will be private at the Washington Crossing National Cemetery, and with a memorial service planned for a later date.
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Condolences to the Family
February 02, 2021
We sure will miss you at the railroad, Doug. It won’t be the same without you. Godspeed my friend.
Cathy Amerling
February 02, 2021
Our condolences to doug n his wife. He would walk in our development in whilshire hills . I can remember doug n his wife n the 2 boxers living in royal rd then moved to another street . But doug was very nice and friendly. May God be with doug as he went to be with the lord n may God be with his wife n family today n always. Our deepest sympathy.
Kim
January 30, 2021
Denise and Martin Family – I was so sadden to hear the news of Doug going to the Lord. He was a truely good person and member of the CPMCC model car club. I remember meeting Doug during his call to me inquiring about the model car club a number of years ago. We talked for a long time, and he joined not too long after our conversation. The club would like to help in any way we can. I will try to attend his service if depending on the snow since I don’t have a four wheel vehicle. Please contact me when its convenient by email giving your phone number so we can discuss how to help.
Tony and Diana Shanko
January 30, 2021
We are so sorry to hear about Dougs passing, but he is in a much better place with no pain. We have so many memories at Stienberg Skating Rink in St. Louis as-well-as the Christmas that we spent together, but the one thing that we always remember is “C-Ducer” driving around in one of his beloved cars which was a silver firebird trans-am, and next time we hear rumbling and rolling thunder we’ll know it’s “C-Ducer” in heaven pealing out in that car. May the love of our Lord Jesus Christ continue to Bless you, comfort you, and wrap His arms around you now and for the rest of your life, and may we all be reunited together in heaven. All our love Greg and Rose Rosebrock
January 30, 2021
I am so sorry for your loss. I knew Doug from working with him at the Strasburg Railroad. He was a great fun to work with, and would always make me smile. He was a kind, and caring man. Heaven has gained a true angel ❤
Scott Huegel
January 29, 2021
My deepest condolences to your family. I worked with Doug at the Railroad for a number of years, and our chats were always the highlight of my day. He was so sweet and always made me laugh. ❤️
Kristy Grejdus
January 29, 2021
Sir Edward and Lady Nora send our sincere condolences to you and the family Denise. You know how much we love you and Douglas. You both mean the world to us. You are both very special people. Ed didn’t talk too much as his Parkinson’s progressed, but with Doug, he never had a problem. We will miss you so much Doug. Just glad you are no longer hurting. Till we meet again, we’ll make sure Denise is ok. We love you.
Lady Nora and Sir Edward Simpson
January 29, 2021
Remembering the many good times I shared with Douglas at the Strasburg Railroad over the years. I am a retired Conrail locomotive engineer, so naturally our conversations centered around trains. I nicknamed him “Uncle Dougie”, a nickname which kind of stuck and befitted his good natured approach to life. Oftentimes Doug would take his lunch break before the departure of the 7PM evening train. We’d sit and talk until the train was ready to go and he’d return to his chores. I had no idea about Douglas’s peerage, but I am honored to have known this humble and respected man. Rest in peace, Doug. The world was a better place for those who have known you. Jack Neiss, Strasburg.
January 29, 2021
Doug was 10 days my elder and he started at Strasburg Railroad June 2006, one month before me. Doug and I would always banter back and forth and we enjoyed each others’ company. I cried when I heard Doug was sufffering because I thought he had improved and may have been on his way back to work.
Doug, I wll miss you. My condolences to your family,
Jack Molnar
January 29, 2021
So sorry for the loss of your family member. Condolences and prayes sent to you at this time.
Ann Marie Cancro
January 29, 2021
I always loved working with Doug at the railroad. He was always such a nice person
Megan Glenn
January 29, 2021
Our condolences on your family’s loss. I worked at the Rail Road with Doug since he arrived there. We talked antique and classic cars quite a bit. He always made me laugh with a quick, good natured insult directed at the nearest victim. Rest in peace my friend.
Wayne and Judy Eissele
January 28, 2021
So sorry for you and your families loss. I had the privilege of knowing Doug and working with him at the Railroad. He was the most kind and sweet man I knew. He always made me smile and he was a joy to work with. He will be missed and I know I will see him again in heaven. God Bless and Rest In Peace Doug 🙏🏻🌹
Blanche Goodhart
January 28, 2021
Doug you touched the lives of so many. You will be forever missed. I am so sorry for your loss.
Lynn Campbell
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- 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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