Douglas William Zwicker

It is with heartfelt sadness that we announce the passing of Douglas W. Zwicker at Queens General Hospital, Liverpool on the morning of Tuesday, November 18, 2025.

Born in Milton, Doug was the son of the late James P. and Elsie M. (Greek) Zwicker.

Doug was very friendly and giving. Always willing to help anyone in anyway or anytime. In the 70’s and early 80’s, Doug was a volunteer fire fighter for the Liverpool Fire Department. He had many hobbies; camping, stock car racing, motorcycles, four wheelers, gathering around the backyard fireplace and watching drag racing.

In the early 60’s, Doug was one of the many who left here and went to Ontario for work. When he came home, he started working offshore on the salvage tugs. In 1969, Doug married Sylvia (Whynot) and began working at Bowater Mersey.

Loving everything automotive, he built a garage, calling it “Doug’s Paint n Wrinkle in his backyard doing general maintenance and auto body repair in his spare time.

Doug is survived by his two daughters Kim (Brian) Mansfield, Liverpool and Krista Zwicker, Liverpool. His pride and joys; grandson Benjamin Mansfield and granddaughter Evelyn Zwicker (Kyle Giffin). His sisters Cynthia Truelove, Milton and Judy (Billy) Stevens, Port Medway. Brother Donald (Angela), Sandy Cove. He had many nieces and nephews that he cared for very much.

Besides his parents, Doug was predeceased by his wife of 55 years, Sylvia (Whynot); sister Catherine Ramey; sisters-in-law Sharon and Shirley. Brothers Arthur and Harry and brothers-in-law Sydney “Syd” Ramey and Lawrence “Larry” Truelove.

Cremation has taken place under the direction of Chandlers’ Funeral Home, Liverpool. There will be a private graveside service at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to Queens General Hospital Foundation or a charity of your choice. Online condolences may be made below.

The family would like to thank the staff on the second floor of Queens General Hospital for their exceptional care and compassion.