Douglass R. Sefcik

1947 - 2012

Douglass R. Sefcik obituary, 1947-2012, Austin, TX

BORN

1947

DIED

2012

FUNERAL HOME

Cook-Walden/Forest Oaks Funeral Home and Memorial Park

6300 West William Cannon Drive

Austin, Texas

Douglass Sefcik Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Dec. 4, 2012.

Douglass R. Sefcik, age 65, passed away on Sunday, December 2, 2012. He was born in Taylor, Texas on October 12, 1947 to Raymond J. Sefcik and Dorothy Haverland Sefcik. He graduated from the University of Texas and remained an avid Longhorn fan. Doug loved to hike and backpack the trails of Colorado and fish with his brothers-in-law, Terry L. Taylor and Steve Taylor.

Doug is survived by his beloved wife of 23 years, Dayna L. Sefcik; his step-daughter, Amy Saunders of Marble Falls, who provided loving care; his one and only sister, Connie Kennedy and husband, Kent of Austin; nieces, Sasha and Jasi Kennedy; his grand-nieces, Jeanique Kennedy and Ryleigh Dickerson were the light of his life and he had a great love for all his numerous nieces, nephews, grand-nieces and grand-nephews.

According to his wishes, a private service and burial will be held.

The family wishes that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be made in his memory to the Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy Syndrome Association (RSDSA) and indicate the donation be directed to research by visiting www.rsds.org.

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November 28, 2021

Jo Ann Rodriguez

Doug was such a great model with all his leadership skills. He was greatly missed by all his family with the government. Prayers for the entire family

January 24, 2013

Kathleen DuBois

Only just now learned about Doug, Dana. You have both individually, and as a couple, been a bright spot in my work environment over the years. I'm retired now, but I will remember Doug with respect, and both of you fondly.

December 8, 2012

Emily Trim

My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Doug was a wonderful person and he will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

December 8, 2012

Jo Ann Hynds

Dana, so sorry to read about Doug. He would stop & talk to me while I was waiting after work for my husband to pick me up. He was such a nice guy. Will keep you in my prayers.

December 8, 2012

Stanton Collins

Dana,

My wife, sons, and I offer our deepest sympathy to you and your family.

May God bless and keep Doug and you always.

Stan

December 6, 2012

Jan Smith

God Bless you Dayna, you have my deepest sympathy. I will pray for comfort and peace for you during this most difficult time. Hugs, Jan

December 6, 2012

Cosme Cuellar

Prayers to my friend and your family! You will be missed! May the good Lord bless your soul.

December 6, 2012

Michael Conte

Dayna, Janet and I are sorry to hear about Doug's passing. Although I didn't work directly with him, he was always a gentleman and a professional. You will remain in our thoughts.

December 6, 2012

Tina Crum

I had the privelege of working with and for both Dayna and Doug. Doug always was so calm while the rest of us were losing our minds, and would send us on our way with more confidence and direction. My heart goes out to his family, especially Dayna.

December 6, 2012

Diana Guevara

Dayna,
I am so sorry for your loss. Doug and you were just the perfect couple. May God give you the peace only He can give. I am praying for you, your daughter and his sister & family.

December 6, 2012

Linda Rucker

Dearest Dayna, I am so sorry to learn of Doug's passing away...I thought back to serving with him on the Austin Mayor's Committee for People with Disabilities. It was a peek into his leadership skills and, more importantly, his compassion. But, foremost in my thoughts is his beaming face when you became a part of his world!!! Our God is a Great God and is always with you and your family--to comfort you during this time, and always, and I do believe Doug is with him now. You and Amy are in our thoughts and prayers.

December 6, 2012

Louis & Sandra Bayer

Dayna, I'm sorry to hear about Doug's passing. Please accept our sincerest condolences to you and your family for your loss.

December 6, 2012

Lindi Hendon

Connie and her daughters, my deepest heart-felt sympathy to you. You are my thought. May the Highest Upmost God comforts you in this Christmas Season.

December 6, 2012

You are in our thoughts and prayers.

December 6, 2012

Chris Crocker

Dayna, I was so sorry to hear of Doug's passing. You and your family are in my prayers.

December 6, 2012

Hector Priego

Our Condolences to Doug's Family.Our sympathy to Connie for her loss \''/_

December 6, 2012

Sheila Kennedy

Please accept our deepest sympathies.

December 5, 2012

Mickie Whisenant

I am honored to have worked with Doug Sefcik. His friendly personality and leadership skills gained him the highest esteem he so deserved. He will be dearly missed. My sincerest condolences to the family.

December 5, 2012

dayna, I was so very sorry to hear of Doug's untimely death. I pray that God will bless you, comfort you and hold you close. With deepest regards, Jackie Antweiler

December 5, 2012

Dana, I'm so sorry for your loss and for what Doug had to endure. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Nancy E. Nicely
Austin, TX

December 5, 2012

Peggy Moore

I am very sad to hear of Doug's passing. He was my manager years ago. I remember him as a very kind man. I'm so sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in good memories of Doug.

December 5, 2012

Dayna, I'm so sorry of hear of your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Trish Kunz (Wildflower Center Store Volunteer)

December 5, 2012

Edward Roberts

A GOOD man. A loss for us all. Dayna, my daughters and I spoke yesterday and we still happily remember when you and Doug took us boating/swimming on the lake. Take care, Ed Roberts

December 5, 2012

Darlene Forgy

Dayna, Amy and Connie, Please accept my deepest sympathies for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Sincerely,
Darlene

December 5, 2012

My sincere sympathy to you and your family.
Your Legends Lane Neighbor,
Shirley Holland

December 5, 2012

Sharon Roberson

Dayna, I am so sorry to hear about Doug's passing. You and your family have my most sincere sympathy.

December 5, 2012

Dayna,
Caroline and I are saddened to hear about Doug. He was a good friend and a valuable, trusted advisor when I was director of AUSC.
Charlie Peoples

December 5, 2012

Dana, I was so sorry to hear about Doug! There isn't a year that goes by that I don't think fondly of the two of you and remember all the fun times while I worked for Doug at the IRS. Even though I'm miles away from Texas now, please know that you're in my heart and prayers during this difficult time! Wendi Johnson (Bonaire, GA)

December 5, 2012

Dale Kennedy

Connie, Your beloved brother, Doug, was such an amazing person who loved you dearly. He was very proud of you as an incredible mother to your beautiful children Doug was devoted to them. There were not many like him, Doug did not hesitate to continue learning American Sign Language to eagerly be involved in your life and the children's lives as well. So did your parents. He was a warm and caring soul who will be missed dearly by all who knew him. My thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.

December 5, 2012

Ora Flinton (nee Armstrong, Poston)

Dana, how sad to read of Doug's passing. He and I go back to when he began his IRS career as a WAE, and I valued his friendship throughout my career at IRS. Always a smile and greeting when we passed in the halls. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your families during this time of grieving.

December 4, 2012

Shirley Kirks

Dayna, please accept our deepest sympathy. Doug was a great boss and a great friend. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

December 4, 2012

Anna Medlock

Dayna, I am so sorry. I worked for Doug for several years and I learned so much from him. He was not only my mentor but a good friend. Love to you and the family.

December 4, 2012

Dayna, I was saddened to hear of your loss. Please know how very sorry I am. Katie Heidemann (Austin, TX)

December 4, 2012

Doris Grisham

Dayna,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Doug. I remember him always with a smile. He made a big impact on Austin's Personnel Branch. May the wonderful memories you have of him help you through this difficult time.

December 4, 2012

Jo Ann Rodriguez

Dana-My condolences to you and your family. He was always very pleasant and he will dearly be missed. I will keep you and your family in my daily prayers.

December 4, 2012

becky gertgen

Dayna, there are just no words to express my sorrow at your loss. Doug was such a gentle soul and wonderful mentor. He is the one who taught me it was okay to bring your heart to work as a manager. He will be truly missed.

December 4, 2012

Myrna Petty

I went to Travis High School with Doug and so sorry to hear about Doug's death. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

December 4, 2012

Karen Kludt

Dayna, dear friend, I remember the day Doug so proudly introduced you to me. You truly were
the light of his life, his pride and joy. My heartfelt sympathy for your loss. May you find comfort in the fact that the pain has ended. May you find peace in knowing Doug is flashing the hook'm sign in heaven.

December 4, 2012

Gary Cooper

Dayna, I am sorry for your loss. Doug was a fine man. My thoughts are with you.

December 4, 2012

Dorothy Ebach-Boyson

I am so sorry to hear about Doug. He and his father were always so special to me with their stories of rock hunting and arrowheads. Dana, you and your family will be in my prayers.

December 4, 2012

Charlotte Shultz

Dana: My deepest sympathy to you, your family and Doug's family. I worked with Doug for several years and learned a lot from him. May you be given the strength you need to walk down this path.

December 4, 2012

Colleen and Raymond Keller

Dana, you and Doug's and your families are in our thoughts and prayers. Even though the pain and sadness are overwhelming, we know you will find comfort in the love and blessing you shared together.

December 4, 2012

Gena Juarez

Dana, I'm sorry for your loss. When I worked with Doug years ago, he was the personnel officer. He was a wonderful person! God Bless you and your family!

December 4, 2012

Norma Gonzales

My condolences to the entire family. Doug was a great person to work for and with as he was my first Personnel Br Chief. He truly will be missed.

December 4, 2012

Silvia Molina

Dana, I am sorry to hear about Doug. He was always kind to me and was always there to give advice when needed.

December 4, 2012

Phyllis Sammon

Dayna, my heart breaks for you and your family. While it seems I have known you forever, fact is, I knew Doug first. I met him in 1969 when hired into my first job at IRS as a WAE in personnel...at that time, he was already a successful, admired up and comer. Over the next 35 years, I had many occasions to work with him. I have a very vivid memory of him intervening and helping me in '92 or '93 with a very difficult situation I was having with the local union...in his usual calm, level-headed manner, he guided me through it and helped achieve a good outcome for all parties...was just one of many situations I witnessed over our careers where he was a mentor for many. My thoughts are with you and I hope you find some comfort in knowing his sufferinfg is over.

December 4, 2012

Janie Oshiro

Dana...my deepest condolences for your loss. I worked for Doug when he was in personnel many years ago. May you be granted the strength you need to carry you through the months ahead.

December 4, 2012

Bob Wiseth

I remember Doug from our many years together at Travis High & in Boy Scouts/Explorer Scouts, led by his Father. An especially fond memory I have is attending U. of Texas football games as students with Gary Herzog & his future wife, Cindy. We had a lot of laughs there. Doug was always upbeat & I don't recall ever hearing him say anything mean or spiteful to or about anything. I will miss him. (3217 Birchtree Lane)

December 4, 2012

Carol Harper

Dana, I am so sorry to hear about Doug. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

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