Douglas Garrett Boersma Obituary
It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Douglas Garrett Boersma of West Lafayette, Indiana, born in Highland, Indiana, who passed away at the age of 48, on June 21, 2023. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Bonnie Boersma and Jerry Boersma; and his brother Stewart Boersma. He is survived by: his wife Cari Boersma (Brown); his daughters, McKenna, Ashlyn and Kayden Boersma; his parents-in-law, Sandy and Clyde Brown; his sister-in-law Chris Brown; his sister Melissa Strezo (Dave); his aunt Patricia Burke; his nieces, Megan Gannon (Adam), Nicole Brown, Brielle and Raelyn Strezo; and his great-niece Emersyn Gannon.
Doug was critical in creating and implementing procedures and processes allowing sports to take place during the COVID-19 pandemic. He was also a highly valued team member of Purdue University's COVID-19 advisory committee, ensuring the safe operation of Purdue University during the same time period.
In place of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions can be directed to the Boersma Family Trust to help cover educational expenses for McKenna, Ashlyn & Kayden.
