James Kellogg

James Douglas Kellogg was born in Lansdowne, MD on August 19, 1920. His parents were Dwight Edward Kellogg and Mary Helen (Ferguson) Kellogg. He passed from this life on March 21, 2010 in Sheridan, Colorado. Doug lived in the Lansdowne area for many years and enjoyed hunting, fishing and spending time on the Chesapeake Bay. He also loved playing football and was invited to try out at the Washington Redskins training camp in 1939. Doug served with the fifth Marine Division during World War II and was awarded the Purple Heart for wounds received during the Battle of Iwo Jima. Doug married Christine Doneski, the girl across the street, on May 24, 1952 in Ellicott City, MD. Doug was a maintenance supervisor for Martin Marietta Aerospace Division and retired after a forty five year career. Martin Marietta transferred Doug to Colorado in January 1957 to supervise the engine prep crew for the Titan missile project. Doug was a sponsor of the Regiment Royale color guard for several years during the time that his daughter, Elaine, was a member of the group. He also enjoyed watching his son, David, play football for Sheridan High School as well as David’s activities with the Blue Knights drum and bugle corps. Doug had a passion for golf and played the game for many years. He loved to discuss the finer points of the game of golf or express his opinions about various football teams and players at any time with anyone. Doug is survived by his wife of 57 years, Christine Kellogg of Sheridan, CO; son, James Kellogg and wife, Kathy of Loveland, CO; son, Dwight Kellogg of Arvada, CO; daughter, Elaine (Bunny) Kyle and husband, Dan of Highlands Ranch, CO; son, David Kellogg and wife, Carrie of Lakewood, CO; seven grandchildren and a great granddaughter. A Memorial Service will be held at Holy Name Catholic Church, Sheridan, CO on April, 7, 2010 at 10:00 AM. Military Honors will take place at Fort Logan National Cemetery, April 7, 2010 Staging Area “A” at noon. A reception will follow at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be sent to Holy Name Catholic Church, 3290 West Milan, Sheridan, CO 80110. Please specify the contribution is for the Vietnamese Orphanage, one of Doug’s favorite charities.