Wow!  I am just now seeing this. I used to play basketball with him at his house in Waycross. He was a natural born athlete for sure. He kicked my butt too. He was a very humble young man. I am very saddened that he is gone. I hate Cancer so much!!!  RIP my old friend. 

We met Doug and the Sani family at Jax Beach on the baseball field when our boys were younger.  I had the pleasure of helping Doug coach these kids and when I saw the picture of Doug sitting and coaching on the ball bucket it brought back so many fond memories.  One of the things I really appreciated about Doug is that he "got it".  He was the perfect coach for kids learning the game because he never put pressure on them, he just coached them and encouraged them and he always had that smile(well, 99% of the time) from the first practice throughout the 5-6 years we spent at various ballfields around the area.  My son, Bryant, was a HUGE Doug Sani fan!  He enjoyed playing for Doug more than any coach he ever had, so we were blessed that Doug either coached or helped with almost every baseball team on which Bryant played from the early years up until he and Hayden were 15.
This really hit me hard for many reasons.  The one thing that really sticks out is that once our boys were finished with baseball, we both moved on to help with our younger children or to other things with the older ones.  Doug and I stayed in touch as I felt we had a true friendship and he was a fellow Dawg!  But we only spent a precious little time together outside of baseball and later on, and it was not enough.  It was not nearly enough.....
I will miss you buddy.  More than you know.

Bobby and Family

Doug and Stan became fast friends in middle school and from that point a bond began that grew stronger over the years. We’ve had so many good times watching football games and eating Doug’s cooking which he was so good at. Doug was a caring and loyal person. He would pick Stan up and take him to work with him, go fishing and just hang out. He is also responsible for expanding my music knowledge through his many quizzes. He had a heart of gold. We are so grateful for the friendship we shared. He was a best friend.  Doug, we love and miss you. Until we meet again, Stan and Jennie

To the Sani family,  I worked with Doug at Pabl Creek for six years, for two of those years, Doug I have to say helped keep me alive as I was going through a gut wrenching divorce. Everyday he would listen and he would provide me encouraging words. Doug was everybody's go to guy, he gavee healthy perspectives and support when he was called upon. I will always harbour appreciation and love for the Southern gentleman I knew as Doug Sani. Doug I will never forget you buddy...You were trully great...To me. My love to  the Sani family. Doug I know lives in you guys and will always. Tammy, you and Doug provided great influence as a couple, I for one admired what y'all had and still have genuine love for one another.  Really awesome stuff you guys...Thank you.. HOKE

Will miss my friend eternally............

Tammi and family,

I am very sorry to hear about Doug.  I worked with him at Pablo Creek and he was great guy.  We kept saying we were going to get together for a beer but sadly that never happen.

May he rest in peace.

Steve Samaras 

Sorry to hear about your loss. Doug was a fine young man. Our thoughts and prayers are with each one of you.
 Dan and Linda Stipe

When I was about to have knee replacement surgery,  Doug called to tell me what to expect. He said "It's gonna hurt like hell, then they'll have you doing lots of PT. That'll hurt worse but I'm telling you to grit your teeth and stay with it. Call me if you become discouraged." I was grateful for his caring and straight talk.

Doug was special. I have never seen him not smiling. He smiled with his mouth and his eyes! He was kind, friendly to everyone and funny. He was well loved and will be missed by so many. 

Sending much love to Tammi and the entire family.  

I love  seeing him
At the Gregg Allman concert, and not recognizing him because he wasn’t wearing the usual ball cap. I love the way he and Chris worked the concession stand at
Softball games, I love watching the Dawgs play with with him. I love annoying him in the Keys by cleaning up the kitchen before he was done  cooking..... mostly I love how much he loved Laney ❤️🐾❤️

I will miss my Bulldog friend so much. My wife Patty (formerly Patty Winegeart)is a UGA  grad and befriended Doug’s Mom many years ago in Avondale while dealing with toddlers. We know what a tragic loss this must be for you all. We wish you peace.

Tammi and Doug came to visit us when my brother was in the hospital after having open heart surgery.  I will never forget it!  Doug was a kind man who always thought of others!  

I adore the Sani family and will cherish our memories always. Doug was a wonderful man. 
Love , Sherrie Rabe

Doug was a larger than life all-a-round great fella!  When Brian introduced me to his family for the first time, Doug was the one that made me feel the most welcomed.  He taught me how to ski in the Savannah marsh.  He was fearless, funny as all get out.  He was Casey’s coach over the phone in softball.  Gone much too soon, much loved and never forgotten!  Love to Tammi, Hayden & Farris.

OBITUARY

Douglas Paul Sani

January 6, 1965 – September 8, 2019

Beaches Chapel by Hardage-Giddens

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