Douglas Schelbert, 73, of Laguna Vista, Texas, passed away with his family by his side on Friday, December 25, 2015.
Doug was an extraordinary individual and touched the lives of so many. An adoring husband, he was married to his wife Susie for 48 years. Doug and Susie lived life to the fullest, and their love for each other was evident to everyone who knew them. Doug was a loving father, grandfather and a true friend. He was also a passionate golfer. Regardless of his score, Doug never had a bad day on the golf course.
Doug was born to Ethel and Philip Schelbert on February 17, 1942, in Lafayette, Indiana. Doug graduated from Kokomo High School in 1960 and spent time in the United States Army. Following his service, Doug graduated from Indiana University -IUPUI with a degree in business. Doug’s career at Delphi, a subsidiary of General Motors, moved him and his family to South Texas in 1984. After Doug retired from the auto industry he began the next chapter in his career at South Texas College, where he taught his trade to students for twelve years.
Doug was an amazing father to his sons. His youngest son Andrew passed away only two months ago at the age of 42. The family takes comfort this Christmas in knowing that Doug and Andrew will be reunited on the back nine.
Doug is survived by his wife Susie; his son Michael and daughter-in-law Shannon, grandsons Douglas MacArthur (“Macâ€) Schelbert II and Camden Naughton; his oldest son John, John’s wife Janelle and their daughter Sydney; Andrew’s fiancé Sheri; as well as his beloved bulldog, Vato.
We will be celebrating Doug’s life in Laguna Vista on Saturday the 9th of January at 4:00p.m. at the South Padre Island Country Club. In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to the American Diabetes Association.