D. Doug Hout

D. Doug Hout, 82, of Bellville, passed away on Saturday, May 18, 2024.

Doug was born February 4, 1942, in Mansfield, to Donald E. and Edith M. (Thierlein) Hout. He was a 1961 Madison High School graduate and owner/operator of Doug’s Custom Muffler for many years. Doug was involved with the Wheelhorse Garden Tractor Club and was on the Board of Directors of the Richland County Fish & Game. His hobbies included restoring garden tractors and yard art.

Along with his girlfriend, Beverly Swihart, he is survived by his son, Jeff (Shawnna) Hout of Mansfield; stepdaughters, Jackie (Eric) Deiter and Jennifer (Jason) Negel; grandchildren, Lane Hout, Gracie Hout, and Heath Hout; brother, Thomas (Joyce) Hout; and friend, Emily Saxton.

Doug was preceded in death by his parents, Donald and Edith Hout; and sister, Penny Bender.

There will be no services at this time.

Werner-Gompf Funeral Services, ltd., 1106 Park Avenue East, Mansfield, is assisting the family with arrangements.

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