Douglas Pearson

Douglas Kenneth Pearson, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 13, 2026, at the age of 88. He was born on December 31, 1937, in Newport News, Virginia, at Elizabeth Buxton Hospital, to Norman E. Pearson and Signe I. Carlson.

Douglas grew up in Huntington Park, California, and attended Pacific Elementary School, Middleton Street Elementary School, Gage Junior High, South Gate Junior High, and South Gate High School. During his high school years, Douglas distinguished himself both academically and athletically. He was a standout football player and famously caught the winning pass in the City Championship game at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. He also served as Senior Class Vice President.

Douglas served in the U.S. Army from September 26, 1961, through September 25, 1963. He was a Map Compiler with the 21st Engineer Company at Fort Belvoir, Virginia. During his service, he earned the Good Conduct Medal and qualified as an expert with the rifle and carbine.

Douglas married his beloved wife, Janet M. Dalesandro (1942–2003), on November 21, 1964. Their marriage began a lifelong partnership filled with family, love, laughter, and countless memories. On June 2, 1965, they welcomed twin sons, Kevin G. Pearson and Scott G. Pearson.

Douglas worked as an architect for Pacific Bell for 34 years before retiring in 1991.

Family was one of the greatest sources of joy in Douglas's life. He was an incredible provider for his family and took great pride in caring for those he loved. Douglas is survived by his sons, Kevin G. Pearson and his wife, Annalee Pearson, and Scott G. Pearson and his wife, Mavet Pearson; his grandchildren, including his late grandson Brian Pearson (1982–2021), Kristyn Pearson, Devin Pearson and his wife, Morland, Isabella Glasgow and her husband, Kainoa Glasgow, Annalea Pearson, Caleb Pearson, Evan Pearson, and Jaden Pearson; and his great-grandchildren, Marie, Noah, Owen, Jaxson, and Morgan Pearson.

Douglas will be remembered for his love of family, his passion for movies, his love of sports, and the many lives he touched throughout his 88 years. He was like a second dad to many of his sons' friends, welcoming them into his home and making them feel like part of the family. His memory will live on through his children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, extended family, and friends.