DOUGLAS JAMES LETT

Condolences & Memories (19 entries)

• I am deeply saddened to hear of Doug's passing. I had the pleasure of working with Doug at Scotiabank for several years. I will always remember him for his wonderful ability to lighten every situation with his fantastic sense of humour. My sincere condolences to his family for their loss. May God grant each of you His strength and comfort during this difficult time. - Posted by: Crystl Taylor (Friend ) on: Feb 22, 2021

• My deepest sympathies to Doug’s family. Doug was a trusted colleague for many years and someone with whom many of us could bounce around work ideas. We knew he would always give us an honest response. He had a great sense of humour which helped get us through some marathon work sessions. As much as Doug loved his job, it was clear he loved his family more. We missed him when he retired. Rest in peace my friend. - Posted by: Helen Emanuel (Former Colleague) on: Feb 15, 2021

• My sincere condolences to Doug's entire family. I had the opportunity to know him through work. I ran the Montreal CAU. I have an excellent memory of him and find his early departure sad. This disease is one of the worst for loved ones; I know that from experience. - Posted by: Francine Lacoursière (Colleague) on: Feb 14, 2021

• I worked together with Doug during his foray into Commercial Banking at BNS. Doug was a good man, always tackling things head on. My condolences to his family. - Posted by: Warren Howe (Friend and co-worker) on: Feb 14, 2021

• I knew Doug since he started with Scotiabank. He was a hard working dedicated man, humble about his many achievements, with a great sense of humour. My condolences to his family. - Posted by: John Kowalski (Friend) on: Feb 14, 2021

• My sincere condolences to Doug’s family. I always appreciated his quiet insights and sense of humour. - Posted by: Kathy Anderson (Scotiabanker) on: Feb 14, 2021

• My sincere condolences to Doug’s family. I always appreciated his quiet insights and sense of humour. - Posted by: Kathy Anderson (Scotiabanker) on: Feb 14, 2021

• Sad to hear that Doug has passed away. He was my manager for most of my whole banking career. My condolences to the family. - Posted by: Helga Brown (Co-worker) on: Feb 14, 2021

• Doug was the first Scotiabanker I spoke to when I was applying for work at 19. It was at the Windsor Park branch and after helping me complete my application for employment, directed me to Portage and Kennedy where I was hired. We never did worked together, but many times over the years, when I had the opportunity, I'd thank him for seeing the promise in me. He was such a nice man and he will be so missed, I'm certain. My sincere condolences to his family. He was still so young and many Scotiabankers share in your grief. RIP Doug. - Posted by: Laurette Truszynski (Scotiabanker) on: Feb 13, 2021

• I would like to extend my condolences to Doug’s family. I worked with Doug at Winnipeg Branch & CBC. Doug was a very good banker and always approached his responsibilities with the Banks best interest in mind at the same time respecting his staff and fellow workers. He was very well organized and was an asset to our Branch. I always appreciated his strong support. Was so very sorry to hear of his illness and premature passing. Rest in Peace Doug. - Posted by: Ralph Page (Co-worker at Scotiabank) on: Feb 13, 2021

• I worked with Doug at BNS Main Branch Wpg.. Sincere condolences to his family. - Posted by: Loretta & Len Frankow Family (Former co-worker) on: Feb 13, 2021

• In Oct. 1979 we moved to Fort McMurray for my husband's work and realized that I would also have to return to work. I walked into Scotiabank since I already had 7+ years experience. Doug did my interview for the new position of Mortgage Officer. I had no experience in that department but Doug told the manager that in 7 years with the Bank, surely she has heard the word mortgage which makes her the best candidate. Thanks to Doug, I was hired. Although we did not work directly together, the branch was small enough we all got to know each other very well. Gone far too young. My condolences to his family. - Posted by: Yvonne R Wiebe (previous so-worker) on: Feb 13, 2021

• To Elly, Eric, Andrea ... please accept our heart-felt condolences. As a friend and former colleague, we will miss Doug and there is no doubt, he will be greatly missed by many others. I first met Doug when I was assigned to the Audit Department based in the Prairie Region. Doug was not only a good friend but a mentor. We had crossed paths through our respective careers at Scotiabank on a number of occasions, and for those experiences, I will alway be grateful. "Doug ... may you rest-in-peace my good friend" . - Posted by: Rick and Andrea Yakabowich (Friend and Co-worker) on: Feb 13, 2021

• We knew Doug from a variety of branches including Ft Mcmurray and other Alberta branches. We were lucky to spend some evenings with Elli and their kids as well in the 80’s. He was such a nice individual. So sad to hear about his passing. Sending our condolences to Elli and his family. - Posted by: Wilf and Barb Gray (Co worker) on: Feb 13, 2021

• I met Doug at 7th & 7th, Calgary in 1983 within a month of my starting at BNS. He was the AMO and I was a Consumer Credit Trainee. They were in the midst of an inspection and I was asked to lend a hand investigating and responding to defects. Six months later I was the AMCC at Rundlehorn and Doug arrived to inspect us. Two years later Doug and I were appointed to the new Audit Team pilot project. Definitely an audit connection between us! Worked together for 3 years in Audit and visited every branch in southern AB and many others in the Prairies as well as the Caribbean. Also did the first ever audit of Lac la Biche with Doug and was honoured to have dinner with his parents during the week. Learned so much from Doug in those three years and had a ton of laughs along the way. Loved his often warped sense of humour, we lost a tremendous man this week. Deepest condolences to Elly, Eric, Andrea, family and friends, may your memories of Doug be as good as mine! - Posted by: Rod Dugan (friend & co-worker) on: Feb 13, 2021

• I fondly remember Doug and had many interactions with him here in Alberta. He was a decent genuine person with a hearty laugh and a great sense of humour. How sad I am to see his passing. My condolences to all the Lett family. - Posted by: Ken Johnston (Bank colleague) on: Feb 13, 2021

• Sincere condolences to Doug’s family. We worked together at Portage & Main at one point before he moved on to head up a new centralized accounting unit for the Bank. He had many friends at Scotiabank and was admired and respected for his many personal attributes and friendly soft spoken demeanour. - Posted by: Wayne Harden (Co-worker) on: Feb 13, 2021

• Our deepest condolences to Elly, Eric & Andrea and their families. Our friendship started when I met Doug on a Scotiabank work assignment in the late 80's. Doug was living in Alberta at the time but shortly after he accepted a work transfer and moved his family to Winnipeg. Doug was a great friend both at work and in our social lives. Doug was very active in Scotiabank social, sports and fundraising events in which his friendly demeaner, volunteerism and sense of humor earned him a great many friends at work and in his community. Doug's passing leaves a big hole in our hearts and we will miss him greatly. - Posted by: Guy & Judy Comeault (Friend & co-worker) on: Feb 13, 2021

• I worked with Doug at BNS main branch in Winnipeg. My sincere condolences to his family on his passing. - Posted by: Gail Dundanson (Co-worker at ScotiaBank) on: Feb 13, 2021