Douglas Charles Group, 70, of Northglenn, Colorado passed away on June 9, 2024. He leaves behind a legacy of love, devotion and kindness for all who knew and loved him.

Doug was born on July 1, 1953, in Munich, Germany to Theresa and Carl Group. He grew up in a military family spending his early years at Barksdale Airforce Base in Louisiana. He lived in South Dakota as a teenager moving to Okinawa, Japan in 1970 where he graduated from Kubasaki High School, class of ‘71. After high school he studied carpentry and earned his degree as a Master Cabinet Maker/Artisan, eventually making his way to Colorado.

Doug spent his early career as a stockbroker and investment adviser. He thrived and excelled in his career, holding the title of Senior VP of Sales/Operations at James Wheeler and CO. For the last 20 years he was the President of his own company, DCG Financial Services. He loved connecting & advising his clients while building lifelong friendships.

Doug was a devoted husband to his loving wife Julia for 35 years, building a life full of lasting memories.

Doug maintained his passionate hobby of woodworking throughout his life. He cherished creating custom works of art for his wife, children & grandchildren. You could always find him working in his garage or binging Netflix. Some of his favorites were cooking shows, horrible SciFi movies and documentaries. Doug enjoyed classic rock music and learned how to play the drums to some of his favorite songs.  He was always up for adventure & trying new things.   

The 4th of July was his holiday, always getting the best & loudest fireworks possible. He enjoyed summers at the pool and water balloon fights in the yard.  He shared a passion for classic cars with his son and grandsons. His prized possession was a ’54 Chevy.  He loved racing his RC cars, flying his drones & model building.

But by far he would tell you his greatest joy was being a Papa.

Doug was preceded in death by his parents Carl and Theresa Group and his son Jeremy Jara.

Survivors include his wife Julia Group; daughters Christina (Stephen) McKinzie, Jordan Group; grandchildren Megan McKinzie, Hannah Hadley, Kayla Petersen, Brianna Jara, Alyna Jara, Douglas Jara, Noah Jara and eight great-grandchildren.

There are not enough words or sentiments that can fully capture the true essence of who he was.  His absence leaves a hole that cannot be filled.  He was truly loved and will be forever missed.