Douglas E. Morehouse

Douglas E. Morehouse, 80, of Wylie Avenue, Broadalbin, passed away at home on Friday, May 10, 2024. He was born in Amsterdam on October 16, 1943, a son of Raymond and Hazel Teller Morehouse and was a 1963 graduate of Broadalbin High School. Doug was a lifelong area resident. Doug was employed for over fifty years at Alpin Haus in Amsterdam. He was involved in every aspect of the business and was truly a “jack-of-all-trades” there. In fact, Doug retired three times but somehow never really retired! He also managed the Cranberry Cove Marina in Mayfield for countless summers. His job and all of his customers were such an important part of his life. Doug was also very involved in volunteering at the Broadalbin-Perth School District for two generations- helping his daughter and his grandchildren with so many events at school. He did everything from building drama sets to driving parade floats and was always there to help with things in between. Doug was a member of St. Joseph’s Church in Broadalbin. He was longtime member of the Sacandaga Boating Club, where he served as past Rear Commodore. He was a former member of the Broadalbin Kennyetto fire Company. Doug enjoyed being outside and loved boating, camping, skiing, and snowmobiling. He was happiest riding his John Deere tractor around. He also loved dancing and usually was the last to leave the dance floor. In addition to his parents, Doug was predeceased by a brother, Charles Morehouse. Survivors include his beloved wife, Kathy Ciulik Morehouse, whom he married on September 25, 1971; his precious daughter, Jennifer (Joseph) Cetnar of Perth; two grandchildren, Joseph “JD” and Kaitlyn Cetnar, whom he loved more than anything in the world; a sister-in-law, Patty Drygula of Hagaman; a niece, several nephews, including Pete (Joann) Morehouse and their children, Keaton, Kassi, and Karlee, whom he considered as his grandchildren, as well; and ,many cherished friends, especially Ray and Judi Phillips. Calling hours will be held on Wednesday from 4 – 7pm at the Robert M. Halgas Funeral Home, Inc., 111 County Highway 106 (Corner of Route 29 & Black Street), Johnstown. A prayer service will be conducted on Thursday at 11am at the funeral home with Rev. Jun Segura, officiating. Burial will be in Union Mills Cemetery, Broadalbin. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Broadalbin-Kennyetto Fire Co. or the Shriners Children’s Hospital, both in care of the funeral home.

Douglas E. Morehouse

October 16, 1943 - May 10, 2024

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October 16, 1943 - May 10, 2024

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