Douglas Charles Arner

Douglas Charles Arner, a resident of Fletcher, Ontario, passed away on August 5, 2026, at the age of 87. Born in Chatham, he was the son of the late Charles and Mabel Arner. Douglas is survived by his beloved wife of 62 years, Dorothy, and their children, Barry Arner and Kristine Haughton and her husband Jeff. He was a proud grandfather of Aaron deLange and will be missed by his sister Donna Taves and her husband John. Douglas was predeceased by his brother Donald Arner and his wife Joan. A funeral service will be held at McKinlay Funeral Home in Chatham, where friends will be received prior to the service. Interment will follow at Stewart Cemetery in Merlin. In lieu of flowers, the family appreciates donations to the Alzheimer's Society. Online condolences may be left at the funeral home's website.