Terry Douglas Paskett, known to nearly everyone as Doug from a young age, was a spiritual and gentle giant. His faith in Jesus Christ guided his life, his love for Paige and their children and grandchildren knew no bounds, and his humor made him unforgettable. He leaves behind a legacy of faith, service, devotion, and laughter that will live on in the hearts of all who knew him.

Doug was born on March 14, 1964, and grew up in West Bountiful, Monroe, and West Point, Utah, alongside his brothers and sisters. His early years were filled with mischief, a love of sports, and stories that would become family legend. He fondly remembered playing football alongside his two brothers, all three of them in the starting lineup for South Sevier High School. He later graduated from Clearfield High School and earned his bachelor's degree from Weber State University.

Doug and Paige’s courtship began with a date to the rodeo, where he wasted no time teasing her about wearing white pants—despite finding her irresistibly attractive. Later, during a spring break trip, he took an “accidental” golf club to the face, but apparently, love really is blind. Doug and Paige sealed their love story on September 3, 1987, when they were married in the Salt Lake Temple.

Doug’s faith was a defining part of his life. He had a deep and abiding testimony of the gospel of Jesus Christ and served faithfully throughout his life in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He served a mission in the Dominican Republic and held numerous callings, including leadership positions in Young Men presidencies, Elders Quorum presidencies, and the High Council. Among his most cherished opportunities was serving as the first Branch President and Bishop of the Grand Valley Ward in Parachute, Colorado. He loved those he served and cared for them as though they were his own family. Doug found great joy attending the temple, where he found peace and joy in worship. He also loved family history and strived to preserve the memories of generations past.

Doug spent his career working in the grocery, auto maintenance, and energy industries. His work with grocery companies including Winegars, Albertsons, Associated Foods, and Village Market provided for his family in Utah and opened the door to new opportunities in Colorado. He especially enjoyed working alongside his siblings at Paskett Auto Care. At the time of his passing, he was part of the team at Yellowstone Energy in Billings, Montana, where he loved driving his “Tonka” trucks along the mountainside. Throughout his working life, Doug was known for his strong work ethic, dependability, and willingness to work hard without complaint.

Doug called his children ‘the jewels in my crown,’ and his grandchildren were among his greatest joys. Their hobbies became his hobbies, and he was happiest when he could share in their interests and adventures. He was famous for his ‘Doug Hugs,’ which were somewhere between a gentle embrace and a breath-ending full-body squeeze. He firmly believed that nothing strengthens a family more than gathering around the dinner table.

Doug found joy in life's simple pleasures and had a way of making even the smallest things memorable. He loved watching his children play sports, though he was once kicked out of a summer league scrimmage for arguing with the referee. In later years, Doug and Paige decided to embrace their adventurous side and take in the view from the back of a motorcycle. Alongside family and friends, they enjoyed the scenery of Colorado's Grand Mesa, Glacier National Park, Canada, Northern California, and the Oregon coast. They also traveled to Romania, where Doug delighted in learning about history, battles, and castles. He also enjoyed gathering with his buddies to talk politics and solve the world's problems.

His sense of humor was as unforgettable as his faith. Doug’s Italian-mafia good looks checked all three boxes: tall, dark, and handsome. He was famously opposed to wearing pink and promptly gave away the pink tie he was expected to wear to his daughter-in-law’s wedding. (Due to his absurdly early departure from this life, the family is contemplating laying him to rest adorned in a pink tie.)

He was a sage of timeless advice to the younger generation, including “Only kiss the cute ones” and, if you were going to sneak out, “just go through the door”—a much better alternative to ruining a window screen during the escape. He also had a soft spot for a bargain, especially free, questionably useful Harbor Freight flashlights acquired through coupons. He loved movies, though his family knew he was just as likely to fall asleep during the previews.

Doug's sweet tooth was legendary. He enjoyed dipping suckers into soda, drenching fries in a milkshake, and indulging in peach cobbler, blueberry pie, and anything Paige made. He was also the undisputed king of cleaning up leftovers.

Doug leaves behind a legacy far greater than words can capture. His faith, his example of hard work and service, his devotion to Paige, and his unconditional love for his children and grandchildren will continue to shape lives. Until they meet again, his family will hold close the memories they made and look forward to the joyful reunion promised through Jesus Christ.

Doug is survived by his beloved wife, Paige; his children, Landon (Sandy) Paskett, Eryn (Kevin) Hansen, Lauren (Lucas) Nicholson, Braeden Paskett, and Logan (Birkley) Paskett; his 12 grandchildren, Paul, Claire, Lee, and Emmy Paskett; Dayton, Gwenyth, Arthur, and Leo Hansen, with one more on the way; and Meliah, Madilyn, Grayson, and Callan Nicholson. He is also survived by his parents, Dwayn (Anne) Paskett and Marilyn Richardson; and his siblings, Jerry (Shanin) Paskett, Steve Paskett, and Brenda Paskett Nelson.

Doug was preceded in death by his siblings, Michael Paskett and CariLynn Fitzwater, and his grandparents.

Funeral Services — Billings, Montana

Funeral services will be held Saturday, November 7, at 11 a.m. at the Cove Creek Ward Chapel, 2620 54th Street West, Billings, Montana.

Friends and family are invited to a viewing on Friday, November 6, from 5–7 p.m., and Saturday, November 7, from 10–11 a.m., also at the Cove Creek Ward.

Celebration of Life — West Point, Utah

A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, November 14, at 3488 West 300 North, West Point, Utah. A special tribute will begin at 1 p.m., followed by an open house from 2–5 p.m.