In Memory of Doug Sharratt

We would like to share with you the attached interview between Doug and Dennis Michael of Sky Radio Network. This was taped on Tuesday, July 15, 2008. It is a brief interview talking about what ProSoft Technology is all about. Whether you personally knew Doug or only knew him by reputation, you will hear Doug’s passion for ProSoft and his “ProSoft family” come through clearly in the interview. We hope you enjoy Doug's last public interview.

Push the play button to the left to listen.

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Doug was not only a leader and a mentor, he was a great person. He personally tried to help me through some tough personal times on more than one occasion. I am forever grateful for everything he has done and everything he stood for. I am sure he is smiling down on everyone. God works in mysterious ways and I am sure Doug will always be around in spirit.
David Cote - Tuesday, August 12, 2008

I wanted to share my condolences with Doug's family. Doug is a great friend and I am saddened by his accident. May God Bless the Sharratt family.
Patrick Murphy - Wednesday, August 6, 2008

So so sorry to hear. Our condolences.
Carol Schafer- ISA - Wednesday, August 6, 2008

Sharratt family, we do not know each other but I am a fellow aviator, home owner in Sunriver and I have spent 25+ years in the technology startup world. Therefore, I feel like I know Doug or at least his passions. My deepest sympathy to the family and the company he created. God bless you all...
Randy Brem - Wednesday, August 6, 2008

This is awful - I have just returned from overseas and was late in checking the mail related to Doug. I have met him a few times in South East Asia and he is a great soul. My deepest condolences to his family members....
Wee Keat Ng - Wednesday, August 6, 2008

I'm terribly sad to have just heard the news today of Doug's passing. As I look through those that have sent their thoughts on this sight, I see many years of friends, family, and business associates that Doug touched through his life as a friend and and businessman. I remember the first time I met Doug. He was opperating Processes Unlimited out of his garage on Castro Lane. In those beginings and all the way to current times, Doug had big vision, vision that touched many lives in many different ways. He will be truly missed. Blessing and condolences to his entire family, employees, and friends.
Gene Gregor - Monday, August 4, 2008

Becky and family, my deepest condolences for your tragic loss. You and the rest of mankind lost one of the best. Perhaps the best I have ever met. I had the pleasure, and Doug provided me the opportunity to work very close with him the last 6 months. Not nearly long enough to learn and experience all the gifts he had to offer, but enough to realize he was one of a kind. He had an incredible personality, unmatched people skills, and a fascinating ability to recognize the smallest details. Throughout our travels together he always treated everyone with the same humble kindness and professionalism regardless if he talked to a president of a company or the valet kid in the hotel. He is an inspiration for my professional and personal life. I am thankful he moved me to Bakersfield to allow me to be part of his dream to help grow and support the Prosoft family.
Andreas Somogyi - Monday, August 4, 2008

I met Doug 20+ years ago and had the pleasure to work for him on several occasions. Sincere, fair, honest, a friend, these don't begin to describe the man Doug was and you will be in our prayers as you deal with such a loss. I look forward to seeing him again in Heaven!!
Jim & Sheri Gregor - Monday, August 4, 2008

Thinking of you, feeling for you, praying with you. I did not know this man but was devastated to hear of the accident. My heart goes out to his family. From a resident of Sunriver
Jeannie Adkins - Monday, August 4, 2008

My deepest condolences and regrets to his family, friends and employees. I worked with Doug for over 4 years at ProSoft and have had the opportunity to appreciate his outstanding human qualities.
Lionel BERNARD - Friday, August 1, 2008

My deepest condolences to the Sharratt family. 50 years old is too soon to leave this earth, but it's not up to us. It's all according to God's plan. Please take comfort that Doug smiling at you in heaven and praying for you.
Paul Napolitano - Friday, August 1, 2008

I met Doug in the early 1980's while living in Bakersfield and working for Westinghouse. Although our paths separated and we haven't talked for several years, I was, as was everyone who knew him, deeply saddened by the news. My prayers are with the family during the time.
Dave Loucks - Thursday, July 31, 2008

We would like to express our sympathies and sorrowfulness on the passing of Doug Sharratt. We extend our deepest sympathies to his wife and his children on their loss of a wonderful husband and father. Our thoughts and prayers to Doug's family and friends for this tragic loss. Hany Shenouda -Microhard Family- July 31, 2008
Hany Shenouda - Thursday, July 31, 2008

Becky - I could never imagine how heavy your heart must be. You have been in my thoughts and prayers every day since this tragedy. May God bless you and your family.
Dorothy Holland - Wednesday, July 30, 2008

Our deepest sympathies to Becky and family on the loss of a husband and father, to Hal and Bev on the loss of a son, and to Jan on the loss of a brother: Doug was just one person, but he touched so many lives and hearts. May all your cherished memories of happier times never fade.
Uncle Russ and Aunt Anne - Wednesday, July 30, 2008

I had the pleaseure to meet Doug in Chicago during a trade show I needed one of the radios to have feature that was not available and he told me don't worry I will make it happen and he did keep his promise, that is the first time I have meet anyone with so much business commitment and very down to earth personality and grace I want to express my deepest condolencesto his family, wife, kids and coworkers on the untimely passing of Doug, my he rest in peace in Gods arms and my prayers are with all of you. From all of us at Frac Tech Services, Fort Worth Texas sincerly Ernest Lee
Ernest Lee Corporate Manager Frac Tech Services - Wednesday, July 30, 2008

Becky, Taylor, Cameron, and the rest of the family - My deepest condolences on your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Annemarie Anchordoquy - Wednesday, July 30, 2008

We would like to express our deep sadness to your entire company on the passing of Mr. Sharratt. Please convey our heartfelt condolences to his family. From everyone at CompuLab Ltd. Haifa, Israel
CompuLab Ltd., Haifa, Israel - Wednesday, July 30, 2008

I didn't know Mr. Sharratt nor his family, but when I opened up the July 28, 2008 edition I read obituary notice and was first struck by his smile and the references to the love for his family and the fact that he started a business in his garage some twenty years ago. I found that through-out the day I thought of him and his family so I went to his companies website and wanted to leave a note about how wonderful it is to read about someone's employee's loving their boss/mentor and their company. No words can soothe but a legacy lives on forever.
Tracy Lovelace - Tuesday, July 29, 2008

I am shocked and very sorry to find out about Mr. Doug Sharratt’s passing away due to a plane crash. Dough is one of the most brilliant, sincere, generous, down to earth and respectable person who I have ever met during my employment at ProSoft. How can such tragedy happen to a person like him. The only answer I can think of is God is in need of a person like Mr.Doug Sharrat in heaven for a special mission. I will pray for Mr. Dough Sharret and his family during this difficult time and hope for a brighter day ahead to his family.
Danh Le - Tuesday, July 29, 2008

Doug’s graciousness and love has touched me also. One of the most touching moments that I experienced was during his 50 birthday party celebration. He served me and some of the people next to me his birthday cake. To me that demonstrated a character of a man that deeply cares for all the people that somehow touch his life.
Neven Grgas - Tuesday, July 29, 2008

I always remeber Doug to be a very nice person and a great guy who made working for him easy and fun. I enjoyed my time at ProSoft. His leadership skills and charisma will be missed. My best to his family, friends and fellow workers.
Kevin Almryde - Tuesday, July 29, 2008

Our prayers and sympathy our with you and your family at this time. Doug was a wonderful man and father and will be greatly missed by our school community. We send our love and our prayers to you his family and his employees. May God bless all of you and give you the strength to move forward through this tragedy.
Cindy Meek, St. Francis Parish School - Monday, July 28, 2008

I remember when my dad was building some sort of circuit board in the 80's, Doug was helping him quite a bit at that time. I know Doug was always helpful to my dad during those days in his own garage. May God grant the Sharratt family with peace as they come together to celebrate a truly great man.
Mark Hall (Rocky's son) - Monday, July 28, 2008

Its been over a week since we first got the news, and we still find it hard to believe. I think back to the days when Doug and I dreamed up the idea of a products based company and the challenges of getting ProSoft off the ground....those were fun and exciting times and I wouldn't trade those experiences and memories for the world. Doug was my friend and my mentor and we will truely miss him. I have never worked with a man so in tune with doing the right thing....not just some of the time, but all of the time. For him, while it sounds cliche, people mattered. To Doug's family and the friends we left behind in Bakersfield, we feel your pain and send you all our deepest prayers. May God Bless and keep you all!
Derryl & Michele Pitts - Rockwell Automation - Monday, July 28, 2008

Our deepest condolences to his family and loved ones. We met Doug in Bakersfield when our kids were merely toddlers. We enjoyed several parties and get-together @ his home. When thinking of Doug his gentleness and sense of humor come to mind.
Horacio and Ljubica Asbun - Monday, July 28, 2008

I have only known Doug for 3 years, but during my first conversation with him, I knew he was special. I was pregnant with my first child and he was so interested and told me what a wonderful adventure I was beginning. He put my mind at ease and his love for his wife and children was so obvious. I know it must be so difficult now for the family, but knowing you were loved by such a wonderful man will live on in your hearts forever. May God Bless you Becky, the children, and everyone at ProSoft.
Suzanne Kerner - Rockwell Automation - Monday, July 28, 2008

I was sorry to hear about your loss. Having had worked as the Controller of a technology company in Southern California, I understand the kind of person it takes to start and grow such a successful company. It is always great to hear of those "it all started in the garage" success stories and I am sadened to never have met Doug. My condolences go out to your family and to Doug's work family as well! God Bless! Lisa Coston - DPVB, Bakersfield, CA
Lisa Coston, Daniells, Phillips, Vaughan and Bock - Sunday, July 27, 2008

I'm so sorry for everyone survived by Doug. He had a fine family, children, and company. The world is better off for having a man like Doug Sharratt
Student, UCSD - Sunday, July 27, 2008

Today,July 27th I received a phone call from my mother-in-law in Bakersfield about the loss of Doug. I was so stunned and shocked at the news. As many others here I want to send my thoughts and prayers to Doug's family and friends for this tragic loss. It's incredible to see the many nice comments given here for this great man I met 20 years ago. At that time he was married to Andrea and had two kids. I joined his new company Processed Unlimited and become part of the family. He was a great leader and set the tone for creating a fun and professional place to work. He progressed to creating Prosoft and sold the engineering business as found this to be his true passion. My wife, Marianne, worked for him then. He really touched our lives and today we spent grieving his loss and remembering the days we had together. We all here are truly grateful to having been a part of his life and celebrate that life he shared with us. Becky and kids I will pray for you to find the strength to deal with this great loss. He lived his life to the fullest and we will remember him always.
Robert Walson, Benicia, CA - Sunday, July 27, 2008

Deepest condolences to the Sharratt family and all of the employees of Prosoft. As employee #2 of Prosoft, and someone who has long been out of touch with Doug and the Prosoft family, I feel a great sense of loss with the passing of a great human being. Doug was a great spirit who touched my life and the lives of many others in immeasurable ways. My thoughts go back to the early days when Doug was raising a young family and a young business. Turns out he was an overwhelming success at both. He will be missed and remembered.
Marianne Walson - Sunday, July 27, 2008

My sister, Nancy Parsons, has been part of the Prosoft Team for over five years. We have known of her deep respect for Doug during her employment and we are hurting for the family and for the Prosoft team! Please accept our deepest sympathy!
Marvin & Rena Coston - Sunday, July 27, 2008

My deepest condolences and may god be with you and your family....Thank you for everything Doug. It has truly been an honor......
--Jason B - Sunday, July 27, 2008

Doug will be greatly missed. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. We met Doug while his older kids (Michael, Stephen and Cara) were at Stockdale Elementary and have come to know him as a great man and father. Bless your family in these hard times.
John, Kami, Nathan, Kate & Tara Dunn - Sunday, July 27, 2008

I was fortunate to meet up with Doug on his travels and in the US. He was a great guy to be around. He will be sadly missed and my thoughts are with the family in this difficult time
Tony Usher - Routeco UK - Saturday, July 26, 2008

My deepest condolences!
Xu, RA China - Saturday, July 26, 2008

Becky In Sympathy and Friendship may all the warm thoughts that are coming your way console you and help see you and your family through. May it be comfort for you to know that you have many friends who care very much about you and your family. We think about you often and we just wanted you to know we love you and miss you.
Andy, Melannie Rollin and Family - Friday, July 25, 2008

OUR SINCERE CONDOLENCES. OUR THOUGHTS ABD PRAYERS ARE WITH YOUR FAMILY. GOD BLESS YOU AND MAY HE GIVE YOU AND YOUR FAMILY THE STRENGHT TO OVERCOME THIS.
ROMO FAMILY - Friday, July 25, 2008

Doug, I enjoyed working with you and sharing creative ideas over the last 13 years. I will miss you. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. God bless you.
Louis Szabo - Friday, July 25, 2008

I would like to thank everyone for the kind words you have written about Doug. He always was an ideal son, very thoughtful and pleasant to be around. He will be missed tremendously by all who ever knew him. I am his Mom, and your words are helping in our grieving at this time. Bev Larsen Wi/Az
Bev Larsen (His Mom) - Friday, July 25, 2008

Our deepest condolences to the bereaved family and friends of Mr.Doug Sharatt.We miss a great visionary who had brought in Prosoft from a single man firm to a multinational having worldwide reputation for quality products and services. We sincerely hope that the your employees of Prosoft will make all your dreams come true... You are in our thoughts and prayers. Regards Jayaharan C J Manager- Automation Projects Ramco Systems Limited India
Jayaharan C J - Thursday, July 24, 2008

"Remember there's no such thing as a small act of kindness. Every act creates a ripple with no logical end."- Scott Adams Such is true about the life of our boss/co-worker/friend. Not everyone had the same pleasure and honor as we have had here at ProSoft to be blessed by someone as wonderful as Doug. Even though he was our boss, he did not have that mentality he was just one of us, our FRIEND! Truly one of the most humble men I’ve ever known. He genuinely cared about each and every one of us here at ProSoft and was an extremely dedicated and loving husband and father. Our thoughts and prayers are with Becky and the kids! Thanks for giving us all the opportunity to work for such a great company and man! We will continue your legacy! Jennifer Kominski. ~AKA: Trouble (thanks for the nickname Doug!)
Jennifer K. - ProSoft Technology - Thursday, July 24, 2008

We were so devasted to hear of your loss. Having recently experienced an accidental family death, our hearts are breaking for all of you. Keep strong in your faith and may you soon find some peace, once the anger has subsided, so that you can truly embrace the time shared with Doug and chronicle the memories for his legacies (his children). Becky you are strong and will survive despite how desperate you must feel right now... We have seen it first hand with my sister Traci. God bless you all. Lots of Love from The Macedo's (David, Tina, Alexandra and David John)
Tina & David Macedo - Thursday, July 24, 2008

I was engaged in a rather lively discussion on international affairs with other engineers in the break room one day last year a several months after joining the company. Doug walked in and sat down and joined the discussion. Its not all that rare for a company CEO to take part in an employee discussion once in a while but Doug's easy going manner and willingness to listen to other POV's rather than command direction of the discussion as many leaders in business tend to do really set him apart. I am sorry I wasn't able to know him better than I did, and I'm better for knowing him at all.
Bill - Thursday, July 24, 2008

Be assured of our thoughts and prayers.
Pastor Steve and Susan Duyst - Thursday, July 24, 2008

When I married Doug's father I was fortunate to have gained a stepson as well. I could not have been more pleased and proud of him had he been my birth son. He enriched my life and will be missed more than words can express.
Marilyn Sharratt - Thursday, July 24, 2008

We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts, sympathy and prayers are with the Sharratt families at this time.
Jay and Kay Rester Austin, Texas - Thursday, July 24, 2008

I was lucky enough to meet Doug on a number of occasions and always felt refreshed and enthused by his attitude to business and life in general. Doug was a great example to us all and a guy that seemed to thoroughly enjoy life. He will be sorely missed. My deepest condolences.
Chris Marshall - Rockwell Automation, Asia - Thursday, July 24, 2008

i have come across your website and it is always sad to here of anyone dying.Condolences to the family and friends.
chris (Australia) - Wednesday, July 23, 2008

We are deeply shocked to learn about the sad demise of our beloved leader Doug Sharratt. He was more like a friend to us. Our kids got an opportunity to meet him in 2004 company day celebration and he is still alive in their memories and will live for ever –such was his charming smile and loving attitude. We pray to the Almighty that his soul should rest at peace and God gives courage to his family to pass thru this phase of time. Our true homage to Doug would be to take his company to the heights where he wanted it to take.
Promila & P..K.Saxena - Wednesday, July 23, 2008

My deepest condolences to Doug's family as well as to his colleagues at ProSoft. 安息吧，Doug! 一路走好!
Changjie Deng,Rockwell Automation China - Wednesday, July 23, 2008

The loss of a great personality is a shock t all of us. We will miss him a lot .May his Soul rest in piece. Our deepest condolences to the Sharratt family.Our thoughts and prayers are with you. His Vision is our goal and we will ensure to achieve it togather.
Elcon Systems Family( Authorized Distributer),Bangalore - Wednesday, July 23, 2008

Sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Two years ago my friend and president of the company I worked for passed at 47. From the description of his personality and passion for his company and employees it sounds like he and Doug must have been cut from the same cloth. I know he'll be missed and remembered.
Derrick Hagler - Wednesday, July 23, 2008

Our deepest condolences to Doug's family and colleagues at ProSoft. Our thoughts are with you.
Lenore Tracey, on behalf of the Modbus Organization - Wednesday, July 23, 2008

I would like to give mine along with my families deepest condolences to the Sharratt family. I worked for Prosoft Tech, and I have to say that he is one of the best that I have ever worked for, and when I say best I mean overall. A person that was very down to earth and kind to people and his success and wealth did not change him from my experience with him as far as comparison with others that I have experienced in the past. I have to say that it was an honor knowing Doug, and I know that he will be missed.
Robert Burns and Family - Wednesday, July 23, 2008

Put business and corporations and operating philosophies aside, Doug was a great acquaintance: never failing to acknowledge you positively and lovingly. May your memories of Doug be always exquisite and more so that the depth of your grief.
MIke and Melinda Westfahl - Wednesday, July 23, 2008

Doug was recognized as one of those "good guys" working in the Automation Technology Business. He leaves a long trail of people he touched during his life time.
Frank Hurtte - Wednesday, July 23, 2008

We respected Doug tremendously in all the years that we worked with him in Couples Against Cancer. We admired his work ethic, his talents, and his friendship. Our community has lost a caring, compassionate, tremendously gifted individual. Our hearts go out to all of his family and co-workers. Love, Brian, Linda, Ian and Heather
Brian and Linda Brenner - Wednesday, July 23, 2008

As one of Doug's business partners in Europe from almost day one we have known Doug as a friend, colleague and supporter. Someone who's presence was always welcome, honest, funny and good company. Our loss cannnot be compared to the loss to his family. We want you to know that he will live forth in our memories, be remembered as a great man. Our thoughts and love are with you at this difficlut time, our memories of Doug will never fade.
Mike James and all at ATS - Wednesday, July 23, 2008

作为你的用户,向你的家庭表示深切哀悼,希望他们早日走出悲痛,幸福生活.
(Our deepest condolences to his family. May his family overcome this.)
WANGLAN - Tuesday, July 22, 2008

Doug will be missed far and wide, our prayers go out to his family.
Thomas Henneberry - Tuesday, July 22, 2008

OUR PRAYERS, SYMPATHY, AND HEART FOR YOUR FAMILY ARE WITH YOU AT THIS TIME - BECKY, HOPING THE LORD GIVES YOU STRENGTH AND COURAGE - OUR HEART GOES OUT FOR YOU LOVE, THE SOUZA FAMILY
THE SOUZA FAMILY - Tuesday, July 22, 2008

Bruce & I are saddened by the losss of one of our dearest friends. He portrayed intelligence without disdain, success with humility and genuineness that cannot be matched. We have all been blessed to be witnesses to the way he lived his life in so many ways. Becky, all of his children, and his parents are in our prayers.
Molly & Bruce Busacca - Tuesday, July 22, 2008

Our deepest condolences to his family and friends. May God's bless you all.
Julio Martinez - Controltech y Asociados - Mexico - Tuesday, July 22, 2008

My deepest sympathies to the Sharratt family and to ProSoft. I worked with Doug one time in 1995, we met in his office in Bakersfield. Doug was extremely patient and helpful, despite my inexperience. I have always appreciated that kindness he extended to me.
Craig Lamascus - Tuesday, July 22, 2008

Our thoughts are with cousins M, S and C. My memories of your father are rooted in lighting fireworks for the kids at Grandma Nora's house in East Bakersfield and buying Slurpees. It takes my breath away that somesone so young and so joyous is no longer with his family. Our thoughts are with you all.
Terri Lyman and Family - Tuesday, July 22, 2008

I was shocked and saddened to hear about the tragic accident. Doug was a beacon of intelligence and integrity that was somehow shadowed by a gracious hart and kind spirit - He will be missed by us all.
Matthew Miller - OSIsoft - Tuesday, July 22, 2008

I did not know Doug but his brother in law is a good friend of mine, Rob Muelrath. Becky, I am very sorry to hear about this news. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. The extensive list of comments is a testament to the one of a kind person Doug is.
John Andersen and Family - Tuesday, July 22, 2008

The news of Doug's passing was a shock that literally took my breath away. Our daughter, Stacie, has worked with Doug for 13 years and through her we came to know Doug as a "one of a kind" boss. Not only was he her boss he was her friend and her mentor. We owe a debt of gratitude to Doug for giving Stacie the opportunity to have a career AND a family. We met Doug several times and remember with a smile a party at Stacie's where he introduced me to Canadian "shots". We are praying for Doug's family and his family of friends. God is holding all of you in His loving arms.
Ray and Robin Watson - Tuesday, July 22, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with Doug's Family.
Mario Silver Reliable Plant Magazine - Tuesday, July 22, 2008

I'm shocked to hear this news. May Doug's soul rest in peace. His family will be in my prayer.
Debasish Mukhopadhyay - Tuesday, July 22, 2008

My deepest condolences to Doug's family, and to his entire extended family at ProSoft Technology.
Cheryl Mosteika - Control Engineering - Tuesday, July 22, 2008

作为您领导的PROSOFT公司在中国的经销商，对您的离去表示深切的哀悼，希望您的家人走出悲痛，好好生活，我们将以您的品格，继续为Prosoft努力工作
(Our deepest condolences. May your family overcome this. As a distributor in China, we will continue to work together and support ProSoft.)
shanghai yuandong science & technology ltd. - Tuesday, July 22, 2008

It is indeed shocking to hear of Doug's sad and untimely demise. I and my family share the grief with his family at this difficult moment and pray to God to give them the strength to withstand this shock and continue to live up to the dreams of the great visionary that Doug was. I met him way back in 1998 when I visited Bakersfield and do recall the warmth & energy he exuded and described some of his future plans. I have met him a few times thereafter and he greeted me with the same warmth. Yes, we will miss not only a business partner but a long time friend. Please convey our heartfelt condolence to the bereaved family and we pray to GOD to rest his soul in peace. Madhukar Parikh . Pima Controls Pvt. Ltd. India
Madhukar Parikh - Tuesday, July 22, 2008

"The news of Doug Sharratt's sad end has come as a great personal shock to me. I met him only once, in Malaysia, during a recent conference held there in the month of February this year. He looked on all of us as his family members. Without any hesitation and quite from the heart I will say that I have not met a more handsome, enthusiastic, and ebullient person in my whole life till then. He was so full of life and spread his zeal and enthusiasm through sunshine smile to anyone who came in contact with him. After having started in a small way in a garage he, through his hard work, zeal and entrepreneurship took the PROSOFT to a height only achieved by few others. His demise is not only a loss to Prosoft but also for a company like ours who will cherish his memory for a long time to come. Strange are the ways of the Almighty who snatches away the likes of him in the middle of a prosperous and bubbling life! His loss therefore is like the loss of an elder brother. Kindly convey heart felt condolences on behalf of self and all my colleagues in Sheetal Wireless Technologies to his family. May his soul rest in peace!"
Manish Are , ( Sheetal Wireless ) India - Monday, July 21, 2008

We cannot express how sorry we are for your loss. Our prayers and thoughts have been with you since we heard the terrible news. We are so sorry for your children's loss as well. We've always heard what a wonderful guy you married. We wish we had some words for you to comfort you at this horrible time. Please know that we care, and are praying for you and your family.
Adrianne and Jeremy Martella - Monday, July 21, 2008

Although our path have never crossed, we want to express our deepest condolences, You are in our prayers.
Lonnie & Nina Smith - Monday, July 21, 2008

Becky: Watching you marry Doug was such a special day for us. You were full of joy, and we knew you had found true happiness. Your loss is overwhelming. We pray you find the strength, faith and courage to get through your days. We love you and the kids and will be here for you always.
Lee and Serena Swall - Monday, July 21, 2008

To the entire Sharratt family: I am so sorry to hear of your devastating loss. Though I have not been fortunate to know Doug as an adult, I have vivid memories of him from childhood. He and I played together as infants and our families enjoyed many fun times together as we were growing up. My heart goes out to all of you in deepest sympathy.
Susan Walden Goes - Monday, July 21, 2008

deepest sympathy, we met 20 years ago in the great BBC group breakfast meetings. we will miss him but blessed for knowing him. your family and extended business family are in our prayers.
Lance Horton - Monday, July 21, 2008

Doug was a very nice and energetic person. His loss is unimaginable.
Vineet Parikh - Monday, July 21, 2008

Becky, Taylor, Cameron, Parker and Family, Your loss is unimaginable we are so saddened to hear about Doug. May God bless you and wrap you in his loving arms as you go through this time of loss and sorrow. We will pray for your family.
Ken, Demi, Tanner,Kody and Dalaney Renz - Monday, July 21, 2008

Doug: Words can not express how blessed I am for having cross your path in life, God was smiling down on me the day Stacie hired me to work for your company, three years ago. I am happy for you, you now walk with the Lord. My saddness is for all you left behind, all those that wish they had just ONE more day with you, just to tell you how you have touched our lives and we have been blessed just knowing you, and teaching us to just: ~"Enjoy the ride"~ Doug you are one in a million and we will make you proud, we all promiss you that. Becky & the kids: You were the most important thing to him, don't ever forget that. We are all here for you. We all pray for the pain to pass quick and the good memories live on forever.
Jackie Hahn-Winans - Monday, July 21, 2008

Our deepest condolences belong to his family, his wife, his children, his parents.
Noe Oranday, Schneider electric Mexico Services Manager - Monday, July 21, 2008

Becky, I am extremely saddened by Doug's passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sita Sharma - Monday, July 21, 2008

I have had the honor and a privilege to work for Doug at ProSoft over the past four years. Doug was more than just an employer. He embodied everything that is great about the company, and the example he set as an employer and as a man resonated throughout the company. The tone he set makes ProSoft a very special place to. My heart goes out to his family over the loss of such an amazing person.
Scott Valline - Monday, July 21, 2008

I am a friend and co-worker with Doug's sister Jan. My sympathy goes to the whole family. You're all in my thoughts and prayers.
Amy Moon Wake Forest , NC - Monday, July 21, 2008

Love you Doug :) Hope to see your smiling face again someday.
Brian Kempe - Monday, July 21, 2008

I have known Doug for almost 9 years. I can honestly say that the company that he built has been the best one that I have ever worked for. He always had time to ask about what was going on with my family. It was a relationship that was more like friends than a traditional business relationship. It was always very important to Doug that every employee was a part of the ProSoft family. When the going got tough he liked to roll up his sleeves and charge ahead. He was an inspiration to everyone around him. I am glad I got to know him and work for him as long as I did. My family's thoughts are with his family.
Ken Hopwood & Family - Monday, July 21, 2008

Becky - Our hearts ache for you and the kids. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Love, the Hanf Family
Phil & Jennifer Hanf - Monday, July 21, 2008

Deepest sympathies to all
Ron Ateah - Monday, July 21, 2008

Please accept our deepest sympathy for your tragic loss. While Kathy and I did not know Doug well we new his parents who often spoke of him. Always remember the good times. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Chuck and Kathy Carns - Monday, July 21, 2008

Doug has been a great friend & colleague of mine since 1982 back at Getty Oil Company. My heart goes out to his family for their loss. All of us who were fortunate enough to have known him have lost a great friend! My thoughts & prayers to his wfie & children, God Bless!
Al Johannes - Monday, July 21, 2008

I joined ProSoft Technology last December 2007 and fortunately, I had the privilege of talking to Doug several times during my training in Bakersfield and I really prize the welcome dinner he offered for me and other colleagues at the beginning of this 2008 and of course, the opportunity he gave me to develop the Operations of ProSoft Technology in Mexico. It was an honor meeting the greatest leader I have ever met and it is very hard to loose him. Doug was an extremely wonderful person I will never forget. Our deepest condolences to the Sharratt Family, we pray for all of you. May God bless you.
Hugo Amador & Family - ProSoft Technology - Mexico - Monday, July 21, 2008

I last spoke with Doug in March, where we took the time to catch up with one another after some time. His contentment was obvious as he recounted significant events, and when he spoke of his family, his incredible smile turned electric. There are many people who never accomplish a single one of the many impressive things Doug did. However, I think the thing I most admire is that, in the midst of tremendous professional responsibilities, Doug took the time to be happy and to share that with others. I am so pleased to have had the opportunity to know him and so very, very sorry for your loss.
Kristin Baier, Rockwell Automation - Monday, July 21, 2008

I met Doug many years ago at a trade show. What a nice guy. What great vision he had. He will be sorely missed. My condolences to his family and his co-workers at prosoft.
Gerard Kennedy - Monday, July 21, 2008

My deepest condolences
nadim fadial - Monday, July 21, 2008

Just got the news this morning from Bob and my heart ached for you..sending you a big hug from your pool friends..Love,GeGe
Bev - Monday, July 21, 2008

We share the sadness of your loss.On behalf of all of us at Tehna Slovenia, we offer our deepest condolences.
Danilo Petric - Monday, July 21, 2008

Becky - We are so sorry for your loss. Doug was a wonderful husband and father. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers during these difficult times. We will always charish the times we spent with you, Doug, your children, Pam, Carlos and our grandchildren. God bless.
Darrell and Diane Fletcher - Monday, July 21, 2008

I am so sorry for your loss. I did not have the pleasure of knowing him personally, but his company has always been a pleasure to work with and I know that is a reflection of leadership. May God bless you all.
Doug Campbell - Monday, July 21, 2008

I just heard the news and am at a loss for words. I first met Doug close to twenty years ago when he was still making the rounds up here in Canada. He was a great human being that never seemed to forget a face. My heartfelt wishes go out to his family. You will be missed by many Doug.
Courtney Channon - Monday, July 21, 2008

Becky--we are so sorry for your loss and our heart goes out to you and your children and family. You are such a dear person and we are keeping all of you in our thoughts and prayers through such a difficult time. All our love--
Julie Flammang and family - Monday, July 21, 2008

We pray you all find comfort during this time in knowing what a truly wonderful man,husband, and father Doug was. We pray for strength for Becky who is such a wonderful mother. I lost my dad suddenly when I was 8 years old so I know how difficult it is when someone like this moves on without us but with family, friends and prayer the Lord will guide you and you will find peace.God Bless.
Kerri Vander Poel - Monday, July 21, 2008

Our deepest condolences from all of us at Processes Unlimited.
Kevin Elledge - Monday, July 21, 2008

My brother-in-law works for the wonderful company. I say Gary Enstad over the weekend and he was visibly upset. Doug is obviously a great loss! From my family to yours, our deepest condolences.
Jeff Breunig - Monday, July 21, 2008

Our deepest sympathies and heartfelt prayers are extended to Doug's family. Though we did not know Doug we knew his mom and dad through Miller Brewing and P&G. Reading these comments one feels the world is a bit less rich today than it was with Doug in it. God bless
Ken and Kathleen Michaelchuck - Monday, July 21, 2008

My thoughts are with Doug's family and all his team in this most difficult of times. He will be sadly missed.
Dave Amps - Routeco PLC UK - Monday, July 21, 2008

My deepest condolences. Our prayers are with you.
Jan Wilson - Monday, July 21, 2008

I will remember Doug for his quiet confidence and the sincerity of his smile. Doug certainly raised our industry to a higher level.
Jim Desrosiers - Dat Acuity - Monday, July 21, 2008

It is hard situation now but I'm sure God will prepare you the best things in the future. Receveid my Condolence
FREDDY MORA - Monday, July 21, 2008

Words cannot express how I feel about this tragic news. Doug is a good friend, and a mentor. I will always miss your smile, your creativity, and your good manners. You are a great leader, and a perfect human being. I will always miss you and will always keep you in my prayers. To all my friends at Prosoft-Technolog, may God gives you strength to keep and grow Doug’s legacy and his vision. I am confident you can and you will. All my thoughts are with you.
Michael Jammal - Monday, July 21, 2008

Dear Becky, Your family is in my prayers. Seeing you at St. Francis school, it was obvious what a loving, giving family you are. I had a few brief moments to speak with you and Doug at Starbucks, before my family's move to Thailand. He seemed so nice, sincere and genuine. I could see his excitement about the world as he told me about Thailand and the surrounding countries my family would have the opportunity to visit. His love and passion for life really showed through. I pray that you find strength through God.
Rufie Harr & Family, Bangkok, Thailand - Monday, July 21, 2008

I've never met Doug but my brother often spoke about him, and now he is like a family's member. I was very sad when I knew his loss yesterday. All my sincere condolences to Doug's family, Prosoft's co-workers and employees. God bless you all. Sincerely
Viviane Borghmans (Alain Chevalin's sister) - Monday, July 21, 2008

I have only met Doug a few times in France, but I have always remembered his smile. It seemed that everything around him started to smile along. He was so full of life and we will all miss him dearly. When I think of him I shall remember him by my own smile. My deepest condolences to all who must miss Doug in their lives.
Olga James - ATS International - Sunday, July 20, 2008

May God be with you in this difficult time.
Dan Russau - Sunday, July 20, 2008

My most cincere condolences. I had the honor and pleasure to work for Doug in 1990. He was without a doubt a gentleman among gentlemen. In the past seventeen years I have told countless people I worked for him when I was in college. I will always remember him as one of the nicest persons I have ever met. May God give those Doug leaves behind the strength to find understanding and peace in this loss.
Baldemar P. Gutierrez Jr. - Sunday, July 20, 2008

We share the sadness of your loss of this bright, personable young man. Please accept our condolences. Greta & Wally
Manville - Sunday, July 20, 2008

We are praying for you Becky and Children. We pray that you will find peace and understanding through this horrible loss.
Local Customer - Sunday, July 20, 2008

There are precious few people in this world who can make an instant impression with all of the great qualities that made Doug...and he did it EVERY time I saw him. Thanks for being a great example for all of us.
Brian Oulton - Rockwell Automation - Sunday, July 20, 2008

My deepest condolences. I only met Doug once when he visited APBC office in Singapore some months ago. He came upon as a nice and sincere gentleman. It is a great loss to the community.
Look Thong Wong, RA DIO - Sunday, July 20, 2008

Becky, We and SRHS, are feeling your loss, though we have not seen you for some time. I want you to know that we will all be here for you at anytime. I'm sorry for this traggic time. Our love goes out to you and the kids. He was a great father and as we know now a great husband for you and yours.. You are in all of our thoughts ,Sheri
SHERI CARTER/WAGNON - Sunday, July 20, 2008

Its clear a great life was cut way too short, and for that we are all the sadder. May we take some small solace in the recognition of this interconnected nature of our extended families and wish sincere condolences to those who were immediately touched by Doug's influence. (A former employees of Doug's father, Hal).
Joe Taverna (Miller Brewing) - Sunday, July 20, 2008

My dearest condolences to the Doug's family and the Prosoft team. A very sad loss, he will be missed by all that he met.
Chris Chan - Rockwell Automation - Australia - Sunday, July 20, 2008

I am deeply saddened to learn of Doug's untimely passing. I met Doug when I was a young sales engineer working in Los Angeles. Doug always had a upbeat, can do spirit, which continues to be reflected in the employees of his company. Deepest condolences to his family and members of the Prosoft team.
Phil Bettendorf - Rockwell Automation - Sunday, July 20, 2008 - Sunday, July 20, 2008

It is a time where no words or people will make any of this situation easy or comfortable, but please know my daily thoughts and heartfelt prayers are with you, Taylor, Cameron and Parker. Your children were abundantly blessed to have Doug in their lives' and you will be the one to help carry them, elevate them, and support them for years to come. You are an amazingly strong woman, with fervor and zest for life. I know you can get through this. Doug's spirit lives in all those that he has impacted and touched throughout his lifetime. Mainly, you and your children. Keep his spirit alive. He always sounded like an incredible person (husband and father). I heard many great things about you and Doug in the past several years. Through all things; God lives, and keeps the spirit of His children that have returned to Him alive. Doug's precious memoires will live in your hearts for eternity. With my deepest sympathies I send compassion and love. Truly, Joanie
Joanie Stephenson (Jennie's twin sister) - Sunday, July 20, 2008

I have known Doug for over 20 years and remember when he started the company. We all enjoyed working with Doug as he built ProSoft into a successful company. He was passionate about ProSoft and his smile and enthusiasm will always be remembered. I am deeply saddened to learn of his death and my condolences go out to his family and co-workers. Doug was one of those rare people that touched alot of people in a positive way. He'll always be remembered.
Tim LeFevre - Honeywell Intl - Sunday, July 20, 2008

Words cannot express my deepest sympathies and condolences to Doug's family on your loss. I had the honor and privilege of working with Doug's father, Hal Sharratt, at Miller Brewing for many years. Hal had always expressed a overwhelming pride and joy on what Doug had accomplished in his life as a father, husband and business man. May you all find solace and comfort in the Lord or your spiritual place in some way during this very, very difficult time of your lives.
Jim Joyce - Sunday, July 20, 2008

As I said at Doug's 50th birthday party, he was the nicest person I had ever met...and...I was so proud of him I could cry. We are blessed that we had him as long as we did.
Dad - Sunday, July 20, 2008

Our families were neighbors and close friends in Mequon, WI, when Doug was a teenager - a great kid then. Our deepest condolences to his family, Dad Hal and Mom Bev.
Ralph & Grace Kirchen and Ralph Rand Kirchen - Sunday, July 20, 2008

We are a long time friend of Bev's and our prayers are with her at this sad time in her life.
Bob and Val Lindsey and family - Sunday, July 20, 2008

The prayers of myself, my family, and my friends are all with Becky and the kids at this time. I only knew Doug for a relatively short time, as my employer for the last four years. However I'd like to share a couple of stories that have stuck with me in that time, examples of what even such a short period in what is typically such a distant relation meant.

God sent Doug into my life at a very important time. I had no sooner resigned myself to working in my then-deadend job, barely able to support my family for the foreseeable future, when I got a call from ProSoft and in very short order found myself working as a Junior Technical Writer. As it would turn out, my very first major project happened to be one that Doug himself had taken a personal interest in. I'll never forget the fear of having prepared the first draft and having Stacie tell me, "Okay, go show it to Doug and see what he thinks." I walked through that door shaking (visibly, I'm sure), and he asked me to sit down at the table and we started going through the documents. After working with Doug for half an hour that day, the only thing I feared about working with him ever again was disappointing him.

Working in the IT field, you never have a shortage of family, friends, and their friends calling and asking computer questions. I'll always remember the time that Doug called me into his office, sat me down, and explained to me that I will from that point on inform these people that they need to pay for my services, but in such a way that it was fair to them, and fair to me, and then explained how I could go about it. He continued to bring this up on occassion, stressing "Fair to them, and fair to yourself."

Doug was every good thing that everyone has said about him thus far. It is not often you can truthfully say that about someone. For those of us at ProSoft, he took a personal interest not only in our work, and making sure we had what we needed and were in a position to move ahead, but also our personal lives, triumphs, and hardships. He genuinely cared about whatever we cared about, from his senior management, to the brand new junior technical writers.

These are two small examples of every day in his life. I think examples like these remind those of us who knew him, and show those of you that didn't, just what kind of man he was. We will all miss him, but we have also all learned things from him that will stick with us forever.
Raymond Williams - Sunday, July 20, 2008

My most sincere condolences to Doug's family, friends and co-workers.
Sam Amaral - Sunday, July 20, 2008

Contel team in Israel send its deep condolences to the family and to all Prosoft employees. Contel Automation & Control Ltd.
Contel Team - Sunday, July 20, 2008

No words can fully describe the loss of a great man, a great leader and a great friend. Doug's humililty and genuine show of care and concern for people around him will be missed. Our thoughts and prayer be with Doug's family and ProSoft in this time of loss.
See Howe, Ho - HoST Enterprises - Singapore - Saturday, July 19, 2008

We are extremely sorry to hear about the unfortunate incidence of demises of our great leader cum president. Our Condolence to the grieved family. We pray for his SOUL to rest in piece and as the day unfolds ensure we are there with you
Suresh Prakash - Saturday, July 19, 2008

Cara - I am so so sorry for the unexpected loss of your father. What a wonderful man he was - you are an extension of him, honey - he will always and forever be a part of who you are. I will keep you all in my prayers as these next troubling days unfold. Remember - you are always welcomed here in Hallowell for a visit as long as you'd like. Ann
Ann Byron - Julie's mom - Saturday, July 19, 2008

Words cannot express the deep sadness in learning of Doug's death. Doug was a great man and a great father! Becky, you and the children are in my constant prayers.
Danette J. Rogers - Saturday, July 19, 2008

Many of us in Austin, Texas who know Hal and Marilyn Sharratt deeply regret their loss. We all send our sincere condolences. Diana Rogers
Diana Rogers - Saturday, July 19, 2008

We are old friends of Bev & Phil Larsen. Through them we have heard much about Doug. I know they mourn his loss as do many others. Our thoughts & prayers are with them at tis time.
Bernie & Barb Degen - Saturday, July 19, 2008

WE NEVER KNEW DOUG - BUT KNEW HIS MOTHER, BEV, WELL. WE KNOW THE DEEPTH OF HURT THAT IS FELT IN TRAGEDY HAVING LOST OUR ONLY CHILD AT AGE 57. WE PRAY THE FAMILY WILL FEEL ALL THE SUPPORT AROUND THEM AT THIS TIME
LEWIS AND BUTSCH ROOT - Saturday, July 19, 2008

My sincerest condolences to you and your family. May it be that Doug is now a guardian angel to his family, and that he will spiritually guide those he loved toward a happier and more loving life. Doug will live on through the memories of the people he touched during his lifetime here on earth. rickbennette.com
Rick Bennette - Saturday, July 19, 2008

It was a great sense of loss when we heard of the demise of such a wonderful gentleman. Doug was more than a wonderful person; he was always so kind and considerate that we always welcomed seeing him in every opportunity. Our sincere thoughts and prayers are with all at ProSoft Technology and Doug's family.
Felix Ang Singapore - Saturday, July 19, 2008

Please accept our deepest sympathy in the loss of Doug. He was a personal friend years ago when we were both 20-something engineers with Getty Oil Co. in the early 1980's. A favorite memory of him was when he showed up at my doorstep with suitcases to rent a room in a house I had just bought after his lease expired at another place. It was a genuine pleasure to have him as a housemate before he married and set up shop on his own. Obviously he rose well above that in the ensuing years. Doug was dependable and responsible to-a-fault. Although extremely intelligent, he didn't possess a singe arrogant bone in his body. We used him as an example of reliability to our daughter while she was growing up. It was indeed a shock to hear of his untimely passing. Doug and his wife Becky are in our prayers to the Lord. May He take care of him.
Wayne & Therese Green, Houston TX - Saturday, July 19, 2008

Although we never met Doug, we know his parents. From them we heard about all of his accomplishments, his deep commitment to family life and most of all his wonderful personality. We offer our condolences to the family and our good friends, Bev and Phil Larsen, his parents.
Bob & Patty Werner - Saturday, July 19, 2008

I regret to lost your president. I thought prosoft lost a important person than everyone. I pray God bless his family. My heart have a same sad with your prosoft. I remember he is very good person, although I met him at langkai conference in short time.
Chung, Hwa-jin - Saturday, July 19, 2008

I am shocked to know of Doug's death. May God grant his family and the Prosoft family the strength to bear the loss.
Rahul Aggarwal - Saturday, July 19, 2008

My deepest condolences to you, your family and Prosoft. It was an honnor for having met him couple of times. I am so sorry for your loss.
Stephane Plaitin - Rockwell Automation Europe - Friday, July 18, 2008

He was a friend a mentor a confidant. His way of living life was a light to us all. I am honored to have been his friend. I don't know that I can fathom why he left us so early, but know that it is not our plan, but in Gods hands. His family is special to me and will continue to be in my prayers. ProSoft will live on and prosper as a legacy to Doug.
Janice Hungerford, ProSoft Technology - Friday, July 18, 2008

I convey my deep condolence to Doug's Family.I have never contacted him i knew his leading quality by providing the better quality services extended to us
Abdul Jaleel - Friday, July 18, 2008

I was shocked and saddened to hear the death of Doug. The last time I met Doug was at the Prosoft Distributor Meeting in Langkawi and as usual he is appreciative of the support of his distributors. He shared with us Prosoft directions and committment to progress together. My deepest sympathy and condolences to his family.
Jannet Seah - HoST Enterprises - Friday, July 18, 2008

We never met Doug, but our son Ken has worked with him for several years. Although Doug was the boss, Ken frequently related admiring anecdotes about him and considered him a genuine friend that sincerely cared for his staff. He will be missed.
Warren & Karen Majerus - Friday, July 18, 2008

I met Doug on only a few occasions and had the pleasure of having him as a guest in our home. My last memory of Doug was of him showing his coins that he had collected from around the world to his niece and nephew. We enjoyed watching a football game while a bonfire roared in the backyard. My sympathy goes out to Becky and the family.
Brother-in-Law, Craig - Friday, July 18, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you. God bless you.
Christopher - Sunriver Employee - Friday, July 18, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family. I remember when Doug told me he was going to start his own company. When Doug was our local ISA section Treasuer, for many years. He toched so many peoples lives by his smile and words of wisdom
Ira Miller - Friday, July 18, 2008

It has been said when you show genuine interest in the well being of others, they are drawn to you. I found this to be very true in Doug. He was a man kind, humble, and gracious. He spoke with words 'seasoned with salt' that captivated the admiration of many people, myself included. I will always cherish seeing his glowing smile as he would walk by my desk and chat. My deepest heartfelt sympathies are with his family in this difficult time of distress. Please remember God is the 'Giver of Life' but yet 'time and unforseen occurences befall us all' (Ecc 9:11) But please rest assure that "God comforts us in all our tribulation that we may be able to comfort those in any sort of tribulation through the comfort with which we ourselves are being comforted by God." (2 Cor. 1:4) ~Doug, we will see you in Paradise.~
Rahab Brown - Friday, July 18, 2008

I will forever be thankful to Doug for giving me a start in a wonderful company, Processes Unlimited that he started in his garage. As employee number five, and now part-owner of ProU, I have been blessed by Doug's generosity, vision and forever pleasant smile! My heart goes out to his family at this time. We have lost a stellar man in life here on earth. I believe that he will guide us all forward from above.
Donna Jones, Processes Unlimited Int'l Inc. - Friday, July 18, 2008

I will be forever grateful for your call asking me to come join your little company. As I look around this office today it’s absolutely amazing to me to see where your Vision has taken us. You were destined to change a multitude of life’s forever and you did. I have always felt privileged to be part of the ProSoft family and can’t imagine being anywhere else. You liked to say “Hang on and enjoy the ride” and I did. Thank you so much for all you did for me and my family. My heart goes out to Becky and your children whom you loved immeasurably. Save a seat for me upstairs.
Kim Tatman - Friday, July 18, 2008

I worked with Doug in Taft when he was with Getty Oil. Doug, Nelson Meeks, and I used to car pool together. I am very sorry for your loss -- and wish you well.
Martin Knauss - Friday, July 18, 2008

May God bless his soul and give strength to his family - no doubt great loss for the company and family.
Tasawar Hussain - Westburne - Friday, July 18, 2008

All the memories I have of Doug are pleasant and make me smile. I will hold in my heart these wonderful memories of a wonderful man. My condolences and prayers go out to the family. God is watching over our angel, Doug.
Rocio Garcia -ProSoft Technology - Friday, July 18, 2008

Our family will pray for Doug's family and friends during this time of extreeme grief and sadness. I have known Doug since before he started in business and his early beginnings and at ISA which we both belonged. I sold automation equipment to Doug for Allen Bradley a company in which he was closley related to. Our entire industry and our ISA orginization will deeply miss our friend Doug. God bles you his family and friends, Chip Wickline
Chip Wickline - Friday, July 18, 2008

I was saddened to read of Doug’s tragic accident. Sadder yet is the fact that there will be myriad of people that will be deprived by not every having the opportunity to interact with one of finest people they could ever meet. I met Doug while at Rockwell Drives back in the Allen-Bradley days of the early 90’s. Doug’s quick thinking and “can do” attitude brought product to market in weeks or months where the corporate development would have been months or years if ever. The products also worked without fail. Doug was always quick with a smile and kind words. He brightened every room he entered. I don’t know if he even could get angry. It didn’t seem to matter to him what your status in life was he treated you as an equal. I consider myself very fortunate to have been able know him.
Val Budd - Logic, Inc. - Friday, July 18, 2008

On behalf of all of our employees, our deepest sympathies to Doug's family and his Prosoft "extended" family on this tragic event. Doug was a good competitor and a first-class human being. I personally will miss him and our many discussions on numerous topics.
Hal Williams, General Manager - Data-Linc Group - Friday, July 18, 2008

Dear Becky and family, On behalf of the PCS UtiliData team, I would like to extend our condolences to you. Our thoughts and prayers go with you as you face the difficult days ahead. May God wrap you in his loving arms and give you, the family, and the Prosoft team His comfort and peace.
Karen Wilson, PCS UtiliData - Friday, July 18, 2008

My deepest sympathies to Doug's family. His sincerity and personal approach to interacting with people was a gift. It was an honor to know him and work with him. I will miss him and his beautiful smile.
Barb Brunswick - ProSoft Technology - Friday, July 18, 2008

I'm really sorry to hear about Doug's passing, very sad news. I didn't know Doug, but based on reading other comments he sounded like a great guy to be around, and a good person to work for. My prayers go out to his family and friends.
Matthew K. Bowman - Friday, July 18, 2008

My condolences to the family. Cara and Michael are just two of Doug's cool kids. But they showed me much kindness while at ProSoft and beyond. I appreciate that Doug put up with me and Mike Willis while we goofed off so much right outside his office. He never complained, even while we were singing really poorly... RIP Mr. Sharratt.
Nick Belardes - Journalist - Friday, July 18, 2008

Over ten years ago, on one of my first trips to US, I met Doug for the first time. All of you who worked with Doug know that he had a remarkable way of inspire the rest of us with his intellectual brightness and charm but also with being a humble and down to earth person. I still remember how surprised I was at my first Prosoft visit when I had to navigate in the old Prosoft office searching for a cubical with a “Doug” nameplate, not what I expected from a President of the company! But after knowing Doug better I knew that he was a playing coach, enjoying being involved the in daily pulse of the business. Since this first meeting a long time ago I have met Doug many times and realized that even if we came from different parts of the world we have exactly the same view of business culture and values in life. Over the years our company and Prosoft have had a rich relationship, having Prosoft both as good customer and a friendly and fair competitor. Doug was always involved, direct or indirect, showing interest in the businesses, discussing technical solutions and engaging himself and his team. Even if Doug spent a lot of effort and time building up Prosoft to the success of today, he always talked about his family and how fortunate he was to have them. It is so sad and unfair that he is longer with his family and our thoughts and minds goes to his wife and children. My deepest condolences to his family. I am so sorry for your loss of Doug.
Staffan Dahlstrom, co-founder HMS Industrial Networks, Sweden - Friday, July 18, 2008

I am deeply saddened by this announcement. I knew Doug for a short time, but I found him charming, intelligent, and passionate. We shared a dinner recently. He hadn't known me for long, but he made me feel like an old friend. My heart goes out to his family, friends, and co-workers. I hope you can find strength in his legacy, the impact he left on those he touched, and the way he conducted his life. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Fred Cohn - Friday, July 18, 2008

It is regrettable to heard his death so as to express our deeply, endlessly sorrow feelings. His leaving was the biggest loses of ProSoft & his family. He came from the earth, and he return to the earth. God bless him. God is watching everyone Wish he have a eternal rest.
William Li - Friday, July 18, 2008

The news of Doug’s passing has been extremely shocking & saddening. I had the privilege of working for Doug 20 years ago. He gave me the gift of opportunity & friendship- for that I will be forever grateful. Doug was truly a man of great character & integrity. My wife & I consider it a blessing to have known him. We send our sincere & deepest condolences to Becky, his children & to the ProSoft family. Our thoughts & prayers are with you all. God Bless.
Vidal & Bertha Barrera _VB3 Controls - Friday, July 18, 2008

I wish to express my deepest sympathies to Doug's family, all of the ProSoft staff. All of us in the industry will miss Doug. May God bless you Doug you where a ture Gentleman.
Jim Garrard - Data-linc - Friday, July 18, 2008

Doug was an icon and definitely one of the smartest, nicest, and most professional business leaders in this country. I will miss seeing Doug standing outside the ProSoft booth at Automation Fair with a big smile on his face. May God bless you Doug and thank you for being such a great contribution to the world.
Craig E. Hacche - Rockwell Automation - Friday, July 18, 2008

My sincere sympathies. You tell what an incredible person he was by his picture. I did not know him, but I'm sure he would have been a person I would have liked from the get go. Be strong and try to keep Doug's smile on all your faces.
L. Corey - Friday, July 18, 2008

My deepest condolences to Doug's family as well as to his colleagues at ProSoft. It is always inspiring when I look at the way Doug shaped ProSoft. May God Bless his family members.
Arunkumar J, Frost & Sullivan - Friday, July 18, 2008

Our deepest condolences and prayers to Doug's Family. I have met Doug only once but he made me think that i knew him for so long..Really going to miss Doug..
Feby, Marina & Fauzan - ProSoft Technology EMEA / Dubai - Friday, July 18, 2008

Our hope to God to provide you with all the sympathy in the world and to make you patient through these rough times , just remember God ask all the people who he love the most to be with him. our prayers goes to all the family and friends.
Abdul Kamal and Khawla Mesleh - Friday, July 18, 2008

I knew Doug when working for Motorola, my heart goes out to the family, he was an intelligent and honest person to deal with in the every-changing communication field.
Chuck Neukom - Friday, July 18, 2008

Doug, Thank you. On so many different levels, thank you. Thirteen years ago you took a chance and hired my wife who had no experience in your industry. In fact, 3-weeks after you hired her, she wanted to quit because she was thoroughly frustrated sorting “gazabi” and didn’t feel this was why she went to college. You told her to hang in there, and trust you. How right you were. You mentored her, and continued to inspire and challenge her to step outside her comfort zone. You helped her grow on so many levels and you are responsible for helping her become the wonderful person she is today. I also know that she is one of many you did this for. I have no doubt God welcomed you by saying “Well done my son.” You have left us longing for more Doug. Your legacy has been imprinted on so many people, and will continue to live on. We are praying for your family daily, and everyone will continue to lean on each other to get through this. Until we meet again my friend. Love ya, David Maynard
David Maynard - Friday, July 18, 2008

Doug was one of the nicest people that I have ever met. This world needs more people like him. This is a tragic loss.
Alan Carty, Automationtechies/Automation.com - Friday, July 18, 2008

Our sincerest condolences to Doug's family and to the staff of Prosoft.
Bill Lee - Provident Energy - Empress Alberta, July 18, 2008 - Friday, July 18, 2008

I can only imagen your grief. Doug was more then a business assoc. he was a friend. I will miss him very much. I only wish I could ease your suffering
JD Trussell - Friday, July 18, 2008

My Heart goes out to the family, and the employees of the great Company he lead. God Bless David Hallett Bakerfield UPS Manager
David Hallett - Friday, July 18, 2008

On behalf of all of us at Rexel Canada please accept our sincere condolences.Our thoughts and prayers go out to Dough's family as well as his extended family at Prosoft. May God Bless You All.
Pacita Ellazar - Rexel Canada - Ontario - Friday, July 18, 2008

We are praying for his family. We loved Doug and his family. He gave us so many lessons. I had the opportunity to work and to know his beautiful daughter Cara and son Michael. I also met his beautiful wife. Doug gave to Marcio and I the greatest opportunity in our lives. Doug shared with me the meaning of his family to him. He loved his family very much. He is an example to all of us. He was an inspiration man. He was an idol. God bless his family and us in this very difficult moment. Thank you.
Mariana and Marcio - Friday, July 18, 2008

Matthew 5:8; Blessed are the pure in hear for they shall see God. I believe Doug's heart was pur and I find peace knowing that he rests in God's loving arms. May God bless us all with strength as we mourn this tremendous loss, but may we also believe as our hearts fill with joy knowing we will all meet him again one day. It's a true pleasure being part of this great big ProSoft family and for that my heartfelt thanks go to Doug for the opportunity. I can say with certainty that this is the only job where I said "I love my job." My families thoughts and prayers go to Becky, the children and all of Doug's family.
Sarah Schliem, ProSoft Technology - Friday, July 18, 2008

Becky my dear, My thoughts and payers go out to you and your family. I can not believe this has happen. Just remember all of the good things you all had together. All my love to you.
Trish (Dearduff) Marshall and family - Friday, July 18, 2008

My deepest sympathies to Doug's family and his colleagues at ProSoft who knew him best as they deal with this horrific loss. What a terrific gentleman Doug was to do business with. Doug's character and integrity, as well as his devotion to his family, will serve as his legacy. Doug will be missed tremendously.
Craig Resnick, ARC Advisory Group - Friday, July 18, 2008

Becky: Know that you and Michael, Steven, Cara, Taylor, Cameron and Parker are in our thoughts and prayers. I knew Doug way back in those 'creative garage' days. I so admired the businessman he had become and the extraordinary father he was. It was a pleasure to reconnect within the St. Francis family. Sadly, we are 3,000 miles away and unable to reach out in person. We will continue to pray that God gives you the strength to get through this ordeal. Lisa
Lisa Kimble Edmonston and family - Friday, July 18, 2008

I met Doug many years ago when our kids were in Cub Scouts. We had a BBQ for the kids at his home. Even for the short period of time I knew him, I was touched by Doug's passion for his family. I always remembered him and am deeply saddened by the news of his passing. His family is in my prayers.
Craig Huff --- Merrill Lynch - Friday, July 18, 2008

Doug used to eat at Quiznos often. He always ordered the Honey Mustard chicken salad, and chicken noodle soup. He loved our chicken noodle soup, He was always very nice and we will miss seeing him here. Your family is in our prayers.
Quiznos dowtown staff - Friday, July 18, 2008

A man like Doug, lives forever in the memory and in the heart of people who met him
Ernesto Alcántara - Friday, July 18, 2008

We are a small company in Alabama and have been using Doug's products for many years. He has helped us become successful in what we do. I pray that God will comfort you like only he can do.
Gary McGowan - Friday, July 18, 2008

I worked with Doug way back when he started which seems like yesterday and am shocked and saddened by the news. Your family is our prayers.
Nelson Meeks - Friday, July 18, 2008

On behalf of all of us at Automation.com, please accept our condolences. Our hearts go out to Doug's family and everyone at ProSoft Technology.
Rick Zabel - Publisher, Automation.com - Friday, July 18, 2008

All things will pass but goes to forever. Our heart felt sorrow.
C Y NG - Friday, July 18, 2008

On behalf of all of us at Hardy Instruments, an Encompass partner and California neighbor in San Diego, we want to express our sincere condolences. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Doug's wife and children, as well as his extended family at ProSoft.
Milka Pejovic, Hardy Instruments - Friday, July 18, 2008

We just want to send ourr deepest condolences to you and your family. We just want to let you know that you are in our prayers. I worked with Doug for over 6 years at Prosoft, and I've never met a more geuine person in my life. I am so sorry for your loss.
Jeff and Jennifer Maus - Friday, July 18, 2008

We are on vacation in Sunriver, OR this week. We saw the end of the runway on Wednesday and felt sorrow for the family and friends of Doug Sharratt. May God hold you and your family in the palm of his hand. Our deepest sympathy and heart felt sorrow for your loss.
Len & Marilyn - Friday, July 18, 2008

My heart aches for all of us that have had the great pleasure of knowing Doug. This month is my 10 year anniversary with ProSoft and I have been so honored and blessed to have learned from such a wonderful man...I am forever changed and will never forget what an impact Doug has had on my life professionally and personally. I will truly miss him and think of him often. Doug, we will continue on with the same integrity and grace as you have taught us because I know you live on in each and everyone of us. My sincerest condolences to Becky, Steven, Michael, Cara, Taylor, Cameron, and Parker.
Lindsay Hunt//ProSoft Technology - Friday, July 18, 2008

It's been an honor and a privilege to have known Doug and all the people he inspired. Although we have lost Doug the man, his passion, brilliance and kindness will live on in all the people whose lives he has touched. We will miss him very much, but we are all better people for having known him.
Gwen - Friday, July 18, 2008

On behalf of all of us at Hardy Instruments, an Encompass partner and California neighbor in San Diego, we want to express our sincere condolences. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Doug's wife and children, as well as his extended family at ProSoft.
Milka Pejovic, Hardy Instruments - Friday, July 18, 2008

Doug, you will always be remembered as an icon as businessman and leader, and also for making our professional dreams become truth. I will never forget a very special time talking to you during a corporate lunch, sharing a bottle of wine, and talking about your first trip to Brazil. Your values, wisdom and endless motivation will always be a huge inspiration for me for the rest of my life. Thank you for all you have done for us. Our deepest condolences to Becky and the children.
Eduardo, Christiani and Luisa Giancristofaro – ProSoft Technology – São Paulo - Brasil - Friday, July 18, 2008

The world has lost a true and first class entrepreneur. Having known Doug for many years while I was with Rockwell Automation, I knew that competing with him at my new company, even on a small level, would be a monumental task. I was right. Still, our relationship remained as I would have expected. I have had (and always will have) the greatest respect for Doug. On a very personal level, my family extends to yours our heartfelt sympathy. May the Lord embrace you all through this. And never forget that although your time with your husband and father seems to be a fleeting moment here on earth, your time together will carry on in your hearts and minds until you are joined in eternity again. May God bless you all.
Gary Yingling, Director, Industrial Communications - Molex Inc. (SST/Applicom) - Friday, July 18, 2008

Doug has had an incredible inpact on my life, my family, and my career. So much of who I am is from Doug. There are very few people who will pass through this life who will have touched so many people in this world. I will miss him. "Oh, I have slipped the surly bonds of earth, and danced the skies on laughter silvered wings; Put out my hand, and touched the face of God."
Mark T. - Friday, July 18, 2008

It was an honor to be associated with such a fine leader and gentleman. Our sincere condolences to Becky & family.
Richard & Trish Theron - Friday, July 18, 2008

Becky and family, you're in my prayers. My deepest condolences. Thanks for everything Doug, you will be sadly missed.
Danny Burns - Friday, July 18, 2008

Doug was a very special person with integrity and a sincere regard for the people around him. The world is a little darker place because of his passing. Doug is now in the arms of God. It is up to us to use his example to increase our light. All my thoughts and prayers are with Prosoft, Becky, the kids and the rest of Doug's family.
Tom & Carrie LeBay - Friday, July 18, 2008

My deepest condolences to his family... only time will heals everything. May God's bless you all.
Khosrow Golestaneh, VTC Texas - Friday, July 18, 2008

On behalf of all of us at Moritani America, we offer our deepest condolences to Doug's family, friends and ProSoft family.
Tommy Hatsumi - Moritani America, Inc. - Friday, July 18, 2008

Becky and family, I want to express my deepest condolences. I have truly enjoyed my short nine months at ProSoft, and that enjoyment is a reflection of Doug's leadership and passion for this business. I am praying for you and may God be with you during this difficult time.
Mark Ewing - ProSoft Technology - Friday, July 18, 2008

I regret to lost your president. I thought prosoft lost a important person than everyone. I pray God bless his family. My heart have a same sad with your prosoft. I remember he is very good person, although I met him at langkai conference in short time. Also, I send a deep condolence of Mr. Song to your prosoft.
CHO kyung-koo, Ajin systech co. ltd, Rockwell Automation Distributor - Friday, July 18, 2008

God Bless. Someday we will all be together again in Paradise.
Paul Wood - Friday, July 18, 2008

It was our honor and we feel blessed to have been a friend to Doug. He was an amazing man. If we can be of any help, please feel free to give us a call. Terry & Paula Maxwell T.L. Maxwells Restaurant
Becky & family; - Friday, July 18, 2008

We are truly diminished by Doug Sharratt's passing. We are very close friends with Hal and Marilyn Sharratt and this loss is tragic. To understand this death is not our gift at this moment. Our gift is to rejoice in the man Doug is and to take great consolation in the effect he had on so many people in this world. What one man can do with his life! Our sincerest and heartfelt condolences to all of his family. We are so desperately sorry that this has happened. God is with you at this time.
Sharon and Joe Butler Salt Lake City, Utah - Friday, July 18, 2008

Please, accept my deepest condolences. That God guides its soul and bless his family
Nuno Sorribas - VAP Prosoft Technology for Portugal - Friday, July 18, 2008

In the name of all the workers of FC Engineering, we were united to dualo it obstructs that us by irreparable the lost one of Mr. Doug. To its wife, children, friendly and the family of Prosoft Technology ours but felt condolencia words.
Cesar Gomez - Friday, July 18, 2008

I am with Rexel in Stillwater Oklahoma. Although i didn't personally know Dave, I have dealt with Pro Soft many times over the years. You will all be in my prayers over the coming days.
Don Sagersa - Friday, July 18, 2008

We are so sad at the news of Doug's passing. The sparkle in eye and the strength in his hand-shake will not be forgotten. It was a privilege to have known him. Philippians 4:7 And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
Ricky & Cheryl Golson - Friday, July 18, 2008

We offer our deepest condolences to his family and to all whose lives have been touched by knowing Doug.
Paul Giler - CCA - Friday, July 18, 2008

My sincere condolences to his family and friends. His spark will remain in our hearts forever.
Sundeep Sharma -Rockwell Automation - Friday, July 18, 2008

I will truly miss my friend, Doug. My thoughts and prayers are with ALL that Doug touched. Doug applauded us when we ran, consoled us when we fell, cheered us on when we recovered. I know deep inside that he is feverishly working on some technology driven project for God. A toast of a good Pinot Noir to Doug's life perhaps I too can have another glass with him should I be so fortunate. Cheers friend !!
John Wisniewski - The Reynolds Company - Friday, July 18, 2008

Dear Becky and Family. I just recently joined ProSoft a short 2 months ago. My attraction to the company was working for Doug whom I'd known and worked with on several projects in my former role with Rockwell. I came to know Doug as deeply committed to the people he worked with. His enthusiasm and passion was infectious and bountiful. My deepest sympathies and prayers go out to you and all your family.
Lary Marshall, ProSoft Technology - Friday, July 18, 2008

My condolences to the family and friends. I didn't get to know Doug personally, but I feel that ProSoft's products and business style are a reflection of his personal excellence. I hope his legacy will remain.
Agustin Fragoso - Schneider Electric Spain - Friday, July 18, 2008

From Rockwell Automation Brazil, our deepest condolences to Doug's family
Mauro Quintino - Friday, July 18, 2008

God bless your family
Luis - Friday, July 18, 2008

We at Rockwell Automation Latin America are deeply saddened by this tragic loss. Doug was a great supporter of RA Latin America. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Doug, his family, and the entire extended Prosoft family.
Robert Ninker, Regional Director, Rockwell Automation Latin America - Friday, July 18, 2008

On behalf of the employees at French Gerleman I send our condolences to Doug's family and the employees at Prosoft. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
French Gerleman - Friday, July 18, 2008

My deepest condolences to Doug's family and May the peace of God be with him and all of his family, friends and all the wonderful people at Prosoft.
Pacita Ellazar - Friday, July 18, 2008

Our deepest condolences to family and Co Workers.
Lumen automation specialist team - Quebec, Canada - Friday, July 18, 2008

Such an immense loss will no doubt resonate for many years to come, and whilst words often fail to adequately express our individual bereavement, we can at least hope to add our voice of gratitude and appreciation for the "giants shoulders" on which we all got to stand for a while in order to see a little further.
Lyle van der Veer - Schneider Electric Australia - Friday, July 18, 2008

I have worked with Doug for over 10 years and he was a special member of our extended family of partners. What I enjoyed most were my personal conversations with him about family. He clearly loved you all.
Paula Bognar - Rockwell Automation Encompass Program - Friday, July 18, 2008

To Doug's famliy and the great people of ProSoft, please accept my deepest condolences for your loss. But also my accept my gratitude for the opportunity to have known and work with the incredible man that was Doug Sharratt. He will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Frank Watkins - Friday, July 18, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with Doug's family and friends at this time.
Herbert Potocky - LADDER Automação - Rio de Janeiro Brasil - Friday, July 18, 2008

Sent out the the employees of Prousys on 7/16.... The loss of an icon in the Controls industry, Doug Sharratt Please join me in offering our condolences and prayers to Doug Sharratt and his extended family. He was killed early this AM while flying his plane on approach to Sunriver Airport in Oregon. Please offer your prayers to Becky and his children, Michael, Steven, Cara, Cameron, Taylor and Parker and the rest of his family during this incredibly painful time. For those of you who may not be aware Prousys owes its origin to Doug, the founder of Prosoft Technology. We are a spinoff of Processes Unlimited founded by Doug in 1987. As a engineer at Shell Oil Company I was attracted to Processes by Doug’s vision of what would soon become the largest Oil and Gas outsourcing opportunity in California history. Doug founded Prosoft in 1991, I bought the controls systems business and formed Prousys in 1996. Doug was the architect of the original communications protocol allowing disparate PLC’s to communicate. For those of you who have programmed you can understand that this single concept is what eventually propelled our industry into the 21st century. As Rockwell Automation would say, but not admit to, it was HUGE! Thank you Douglas……We love you!
Kevin A. Mueller - Friday, July 18, 2008

Having had the privilege of knowing Doug for a number of years and experiencing his friendship, his professional style and drive to do the best in all he did at helping our mutual customers, he will be missed dearly. To his family my deepest condolences, may the strength of his life and the fond memories he leaves with you, help to carry you through these most difficult of times. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Bob Ruff-Rockwell Automation - Friday, July 18, 2008

It was truly an honor and privilege to have had the opportunity to meet and work with Doug. He was a good friend that will be missed by so many, but never forgotten! My thoughts and prayers go out to his wife Becky, his children, and the entire ProSoft family.
Doug McEldowney // Rockwell Automation - Friday, July 18, 2008

On behalf of Prudent Solutions, Bahrain, I would like to extend our sincere condolences to Doug's family. Our thoughts are with you..
Prakash Raman - Prudent Solutions WLL - Friday, July 18, 2008

Though my contact with Doug was only business, he was always very professional and a gentleman...Our deepest condolences to all the close family & friends Doug has left behind. Our prayers & thoughts are with you. Sincerely, Bob Moore
Bob Moore / AAI - Friday, July 18, 2008

I don't know how you feel, or how things are for you right now. Just imagining my family's death gives me tears. I pray that God will give you peace, the peace that only God can provide.
Tae Kim - Friday, July 18, 2008

Time to go beyond control and may God bless Doug’s soul and his good deeds & contributions. Deepest sympathies and heartfelt condolences to his beloved wife and family members for the unfortunate incident. Keep strong to continue building his legacy!
Sophia Chang and family - ProSoft Technology - Friday, July 18, 2008

Our deepest condolences to his family and employees.
Giuseppe Venceslai and Moreno Baglioni - ATTI - Italy - Friday, July 18, 2008

All my deepest condolences to Doug's the family. We lost more than a talent and I believe that he will be around us everywhere.
Tri - Duong Thanh - Friday, July 18, 2008

Our most sincere condolences to Doug's family, friends and co-workers.
Robert Smith - Friday, July 18, 2008

On behalf of all french distributors of Prosoft Technology (AiRiCOM, AURECOM and RG2I) I send all our condolences to Doug's family.Be sure to receive all our compation and our sympathy.
Ludovic Lesage, AiRiCOM (French distributor) - Wednesday, July 18, 2008 - Friday, July 18, 2008

I met Doug in Touluse, France and at once I felt his kindness of heart. Please accept my sincere condolences. My thoughts and prayers are with Doug's family and friends at this time.
Milen Milev, Rotec Ltd. - Friday, July 18, 2008

My deepest condolences and regrets to his family, friends and employees.We lost a great person and a great friend .
Alain Hermans - Friday, July 18, 2008

Doug - you were a great mate, a smart businessman, had a great sense of humour and a heart of gold. We will miss you. Our condolences to Doug's family and extended family at ProSoft.
Geoff Irvine & Family, Rockwell Automation Australia - Friday, July 18, 2008

Our deepest condolences and regrets to Doug’s family, friends and ProSoft Family. In our heard Doug will never go a way. There will be a time that we will meet again, and then he will be proud of us and we will joy our time with him a gain.
Marcel & Marion Hilger (ProSoft Technology EMEA) - Thursday, July 17, 2008

Our Heartfelt Condolences to His Family.
Saji Mangalassery, Schneider Electric Dubai - Thursday, July 17, 2008

Our deepest condolences from Rockwell Automation Belgium to his family, employees and friends.
Jamy Vanden Berghe, Rockwell Automation - Thursday, July 17, 2008

I regret your loss, I believe the light of such a bright man will carry on shining forever
Marco Bolis - ET.TS (it) - Thursday, July 17, 2008

To all of you at Prosoft, We vacation at Sunriver every year but this year, the tragic death of your CEO has saddened everyone here. We saw the fire engines racing toward the airport and I asked my teenage son to pray with me that where ever they were going, everyone would be alright. . Unfortunately when my husband called and told us what had happened, we realized our prayers were too late and he had already gone to be with the Lord.. So now we pray for the family and all of your who must be hurting so badly. My parents had a small plane and flew up from the Bay Area many times, it could just have easily been them. I can only imagine the pain of the family he left behind. We're so, so sorry. We just wanted you to know that so many others here in Sunriver have been touched by this tragedy. We have all heard that he was the nicest man and that makes it even harder. God bless, Nancy and Brad Martin Los Altos, CA
nancy and brad martin - Thursday, July 17, 2008

We deeply regret for Doug's daparture and strongly believe his love and attitude in living together will carry on for of us.
KV Yong of Bakat Industri sdn. bhd. - Thursday, July 17, 2008

听到这个消息非常震惊和悲痛！自从90年代就有交道，你领导的Prosoft给我们很大的支持，希望你的家庭节哀顺变，一路走好！
(I was shocked and saddened to hear of the death of Doug. Your leading of ProSoft Technology has given us great support since the 1990s. Our deepest condolences to your family.)
Zhou Ping From Rockwell China - Thursday, July 17, 2008

In this moment God help you
Prem Sagar Singh - Thursday, July 17, 2008

deepest condolences to his family,
ALI CHAFEI - Thursday, July 17, 2008

my deepest condolence to Doug's wife & family..Doug was a warm and wounderful human being, words can't express all that Doug repersented..love -peace susie-night Janitor pro-soft Thursday,July17,2008
susie amaya - Thursday, July 17, 2008

My deepest condolences . We never miss Doug .
Oscar Rivella -Rockwell Automation - Thursday, July 17, 2008

I am so sorry to hear that a young man passed way. My deepest condolences to his family
Irini Konomi - Thursday, July 17, 2008

From Russia, we send deepest condolences to the Sharratt Family and the employees of ProSoft Technology. Memorial candles will be placed in church in St.Petersburg in his memory.
George Yurieff-Nevsky Industrial Corp.,Russia - Thursday, July 17, 2008

We are deeply grieved on hearing the bad news. Our condolences for his family and dear ones
HYTECH CONTROLS, NEW DELHI, INDIA - Thursday, July 17, 2008

I just join Prosoft for 2 week. I feel that this is the greatest company culture in my career life and i belive that the company culture should reflect from the mind value in leader - Doug Sharratt. Its is quite sad for me to loss such a kind and great man
Ng Wei Choong - Thursday, July 17, 2008

My deepest condolences. I only met Doug a few times at the Meeting 2006 in Toulouse, but I remember him as a remarkable and keen man. He will be missed.
Yury Pustovetov - Thursday, July 17, 2008

Doug was the embodiment of the four essentials for living - kindness, respect, dignity and above all, humility. His mere presence always made things go from "good to great." He will always be loved and missed by our family. May God watch over Becky and their children always. May they know that they will always have our love, prayers and support..
Raul and Raye Bugnosen - Thursday, July 17, 2008

On behalf of all the staff at Excell Control I send our condolences to Doug's family and all the wonderful people at Prosoft. ProSoft have been a great company to represent and work with over the years, all as a result of Doug's vision and leadership. Our thoughts are with you all.
Sean Smith, Excell Control - Thursday, July 17, 2008

My deepest condolences and regrets to his family, friends and employees.
Hector Rodriguez--Warren del Caribe - Thursday, July 17, 2008

The thought that Doug will never walk in my office again with a smile to light up the room & ask how things are going is unimaginable. His generous & humble spirit has left a footprint on my heart that I will hold very dear. Doug was a mentor, a leader & very dear friend who genuinely cared for people surrounding him. My prayer for you, Becky & the children, is that as you grieve you may find peace in knowing that Doug is safely in the arms of God.
Stacie Maynard-ProSoft Technology - Thursday, July 17, 2008

My deepest condolences and regrets to his family, friends and employees.
Hector Rodriguez--Warren del Caribe - Thursday, July 17, 2008

Our deepest condolences to Doug`s Family and Co Workers.
Juan Acevedo - INTEK Guatemala - Thursday, July 17, 2008

No words can express our sorrow for the loss of such a wonderful husband father and friend. May the peace of God be with you and all of your family.
Pam and Carlos Alvarez - Thursday, July 17, 2008

My condolences to the family and friends. Although I didn't know Doug I used and appreciated the products made by his company
Rajat Sadana - Thursday, July 17, 2008

We are deeply grieved on hearing the bad news. Our condolences for his family and dear ones. Ranjan & Family
RANJAN BHATTACHARYA - Thursday, July 17, 2008

God bless. I have a regrets to lost him. although I met him at langkai conference in short time, I remember he is good man.
chung hwa-jin - Thursday, July 17, 2008

Dear Family, I am heart broken by your lose of such a wonderful man. I worked for Doug a short time and was able to feel his passion for his family and friends. I know my father and mother will miss him dearly; He was a true and great friend to each of them. Please accept my condolences. God bless your family and friends. Aaron Hungerford
Aaron & Emily Hungerford - Thursday, July 17, 2008

I worked with Doug for many years. I had the utmost respect for is business drive, his professionalism and most importantly his character - - He will be truly missed! My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and the entire ProSoft Team!
Amy T. Peters - Rockwell Automation - Thursday, July 17, 2008

Doug, it was the greatest pleasure working with you. You are our leader, our inspiration, and more importantly a great friend!!! You will be so deeply missed, and I will never forget the impact you had in my life and how you touched everyone around you! May God Bless you and your family as he has blessed each one of us by placing you in our life! All of my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Erik Syme - ProSoft Technology - Thursday, July 17, 2008

Doug you are our shinning light. You will truely be missed. Becky and family my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Rhonda Burns/ProSoft Bakersfield - Thursday, July 17, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with Doug's family and friends at this time.
Debbie - Thursday, July 17, 2008

My condolences go to the whole family and everyone who knows him.
Takanori Sakamoto - Moritani & Co. Ltd. Japan - Thursday, July 17, 2008

very sorry to know about the sad demise of Doug Sharratt. Please accept my sincere condolences. May god rest his soul in peace.
Jatinder Hans - Thursday, July 17, 2008

We both knew Doug. I had the priveledge of working for him for 3 years. He will be missed by so many. God please be with his wife and children and comfort them with your angels. To all of his employees, you know he appreciated each one of you.
Joel and Michelle Ness - Thursday, July 17, 2008

To the wonderful folks at ProSoft I offer my prayers and share in your great saddness. We have lost a great person, a great friend, a great soul. May God bless you and help you in this time of tragedy.
John Riess - Rockwell Automation - Thursday, July 17, 2008

God did not give us the right to understand the secrets of our existence. We do not know why people of good will, people that came to life to improve quality of life of humen beings, why they have to leave so early! It is my hope that the family of Doug Sharratt can be comforted by his friends and relatives.
Sergio Conde Garcia - Thursday, July 17, 2008

God bless his family. I have a regrets to lost him. although I met him at langkai conference in short time, I remember he is good man. Also, I will go on.
kyung-koo Cho - Ajin systech/Korea Distributor - Thursday, July 17, 2008

I met Doug Sharratt many years ago when he hired me fresh out of college as an electrical draftsman. Doug was a very talented engineer, a great friend and he made his work place fun. I learned a lot from Doug over the few years that I worked for him. Doug inspired me to further my education in engineering/programming. Thanks Doug, I will miss you. To the Sharratt family, I give you my deepest condolences. God Bless.
Phil Stroud - Greywolf Process Solutions, LLC - Thursday, July 17, 2008

Please accept my sincere condolences to his family. I remember a long time he is a very kind person.
HS Song - Ajin systech /Korea Distributor - Thursday, July 17, 2008

Your thoughtfulness in caring for others, and passion in everything you did were truly contagious. I consider myself extremely privileged to have known you, Doug. My prayers are with your entire family.
Chris Hines - ProSoft Technology, Support Engineer - Thursday, July 17, 2008

Doug's passion and commitment for his product and company can be felt through his colleagues and I am sure this will continue. My best wishes to his family and everyone at Prosoft.
Charles D'Souza - Operations Manager, Inaco Automation Controls Perth Western Australia - Thursday, July 17, 2008

Doug is a person that has made a difference to the world. Not many of us can claim this. We first meet, when Doug came to New Zealand and set us up distributing ProSoft products quite a few years ago. Since then it has been a pleasure to be associated with Doug, a person that we all looked up to and admired. Our deepest condolences to Dougs family and the Prosoft team.
Allan Orr - Thursday, July 17, 2008

My deepest condolences to his family. Doug - our dear friend, China staffs miss you...
Trent Liu - Market Access Mgr, Rockwell Automation China - Thursday, July 17, 2008

It was indeed shocking and saddening for all of us in AP region when we came to know of the tragic and untimely demise of our beloved leader. We have truly lost a great leader, he was such a positive role and inspiration to everyone. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this most difficult time of loss.
Caron Cheah//ProSoft AP team - Thursday, July 17, 2008

We lost a great leader... may ProSoft stay strong through this challenging time...
Alan Fam // ProSoft AP Sales - Thursday, July 17, 2008

I am shocked and saddened by the sudden loss of a good friend and business partner. I knew Doug when he was just starting his international business and always remain good friend. Deepest condolences to the family
S T Ho - Singapore - Thursday, July 17, 2008

From Transavia Jakarta - we deepest condolences to Sharratt family , he is very nice person , it is hard to loose him
Hani Dian - Thursday, July 17, 2008

Doug was a great guy. He will be missed.
Michael Largent - Thursday, July 17, 2008

My deepest condolences to Doug family. We miss him very much.
Henry Ramlee / PT. Transavia Otomasi Pratama - Indonesia - Thursday, July 17, 2008

I am deeply shocked and sadden to recieve the news. He is a friend whom I know personally since '90. He worked tirelessly to fullfill his commitment. His departure is a great lost to Prosoft and the rest.
CS Chua - CSE, Singapore - Thursday, July 17, 2008

My deepest condolences to his family... only time will heals everything. May God's bless you all. My deepest regrets. Michael Chan Schneider Electric
Michael Chan - Thursday, July 17, 2008

I am deeply saddened by this loss. My prayers and thoughts are with the family. I'm sure that Doug is in a better place but he will be missed.
Michael Lloyd - Thursday, July 17, 2008

Your loss is felt by so many people in Bakersfield and around the world. Doug was an example to all for how to live a full and happy life.
Dr. Donald Montano - Thursday, July 17, 2008

From our family at Graybar Canada to the Sharratt family, we are deeply sorry for your loss. Graybar Canada Halifax Nova Scotia
Brad Benedict - Thursday, July 17, 2008

Deepest condolences to his family.
Kingkong Pang - Thursday, July 17, 2008

I send my deepest condolences to you on the very untimely loss of Doug. He is well known in the automation industry for his professionalism, integrity and accomplishment in making Prosoft the success it is today. He will be greatly missed.
Michel Maes, President, Data-Linc Group - Thursday, July 17, 2008

May God's blessing be with you ..
Bob Burnett - Thursday, July 17, 2008

I only met Doug a few times at tradeshows but I remember him as a man of remarkable enthusiasm for his Company and industry. Doug will be missed worldwide. My prayers are with Becky and his family.
Ken Roach - Rockwell Automation Seattle, WA - Thursday, July 17, 2008

Enjoy your time in heaven my good friend.... For the life of great essence never ends!
Scott Sibenac // ProSoft Sales - Thursday, July 17, 2008

삼가 고인의 명복을 빕니다.
Kim kiwon - Thursday, July 17, 2008

I could feel his influence in the values of all the employees of Prosoft who I have worked with. It is a great loss, but I am sure that his ideas will remain with his Family Members and with Prosoft's team. My deepest regrets. Cassio Vitor-Rockwell Automation
Cassio Vitor - Rockwell Automation - Latin America - Thursday, July 17, 2008

As previous owner of A-P Controls.Queensland Australia. We enjoyed a wonderful relationship with Doug.We send our prayers to his wife and family in this very stressful time. Our memories are many in particular a visit with him to his office and a stay at the local wineries as his guest.He was a wonderful person and will be missed by so many people.He was proud to wear our Aussie Akubra hat that we presented to him.
Albert Penberthy - Thursday, July 17, 2008

My deepest condolences to the Sharratt family, our thoughts and prayers to you all.
Stan Bennett DPH Focus - Thursday, July 17, 2008

A positive role model who leaves a postive legacy in a world of knockers..My 20 year relationship is all the richer from my association with Doug, my prayers go to the family and company staff. David Pilt, Inaco Brisbane Australia
David Pilt - Thursday, July 17, 2008

Doug and I started business around the same time and when we had a rare chance to get together we spent a lot of time comparing notes - about business, family, flying and about good wine! I am deeply saddenned at the loss of Doug - certainly an entrepenuer and a business leader, but more so a man with an incredibly generous spirit and love of life. A true gentleman and a superb human being who will be greatly missed by all who had the privilege of working with him.
Armin Fahnle - Westcoast Industrial Controls (Australia) - Thursday, July 17, 2008

No tuve la oportunidad de conocer a Doug, pero por los comentarios de nuestro comun amigo Franco y mi socio Alvaro Wills era una persona intregra profesional y personalmente. Mis condolencias a su familia y colaboradores de PROSOFT.
Rodrigo Luque - Thursday, July 17, 2008

Special people have the ability to touch and influence the lives of those that they come in contact with, Doug was one of those special people. My life was changed the day I met him and I would not be where I am today if I had not had the privilege of meeting him. Doug will forever be a role model of mine and will live in our hearts forever. Becky our prayers are with you and your ProSoft family.
Jay & Angela Smull - Thursday, July 17, 2008

It has been a genuine privilege to meet Doug on different occasions over the past 15 years. He inspired us with his vision and the way he conducted his business. I know that his legacy will live on through his family and dedicated staff at ProSoft Technology. On behalf of the staff of Inaco I would send our deepest condolences to the Sharratt family and also to the ProSoft family.
Mike Smallcombe - Inaco Newcastle (formally Robtec Control Solutions Australia) - Thursday, July 17, 2008

I have known Doug for over 15 years and had the pleasure of working for him for several of those years. He was very kind to both me and my family. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and everyone at ProSoft.
Michael Crossman - PLC's Plus International, Inc. - Thursday, July 17, 2008

I will truly miss my good friend, Doug. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Eric Fidler - Thursday, July 17, 2008

My deepest condolences to his family. We are so sorry for your loss. I met Doug in tha AB Automation Fairs, were he teached us a lot.
Alvaro Wills/Soluciones Automaticas - Thursday, July 17, 2008

I met Dough few months ago in Singapore APBC.He left an everlasting impress of a very nice and friendly person. Prosoft had lost a great man in Automation Industries.
Freddy Wong - Thursday, July 17, 2008

Such a terrible loss.My deepest sympathy to Doug's family.
Joe Lagana - Wonderware - Thursday, July 17, 2008

My deepest condolences, is hard to loose a love one but only time heals everything.
Kanet Delgado, Electrica AB - Thursday, July 17, 2008

Mis condolencias a su familia, y Dios lo acoja en paz. My deepest condolences to his family
Juan Carlos Sandoval Cáceres - Thursday, July 17, 2008

My heart goes out to you the family and his company. I will miss him.
Janet Flores / Rockwell Automation - Thursday, July 17, 2008

My deepest condolences. I only met Doug twice but he left a lasting impression of a very sincere man, rich in life. I have no doubt he will be saddly missed by many.
Mark Tolcher - JPR Controls, Adelaide S.Aust - Thursday, July 17, 2008

I lost my wife 4 months ago after 28 years of a wonderful marriage and know the pain of losing someone this close. Go through the grieving process and don't try to go around it... you HAVE to go through it. Time WILL heal all wounds. I am deeply sorry for your loss. Tony
Tony Suda - ESE, Inc. - Thursday, July 17, 2008

My deepest condolences to his family.
Gene Johnson - ABCO Automation, Greensboro, NC - Thursday, July 17, 2008