Thomas Dugan
March 3, 1934 ~ March 7, 2017
FUNERAL: Mass of Christian Burial will be at 9:30 a.m. Saturday, March 11, 2017, at St. Bartholomew Catholic Church with Father Clem Davis officiatingVISITATION: 4:00-8:00 p.m. Friday at the Jewell-Rittman Family Funeral Home with a rosary service following at 8:00 p.m. BURIAL: Our Lady of Peace Cemetery in Indianapolis, IndianaMEMORIAL DONATIONS: Columbus Regional Hospital or Catholic Relief Services through the funeral homeTo view Thomas' memorial video, please CLICK HERE Dr. Thomas P. Dugan, 83, of 18th Street, died at 2:22 p.m. March 7, 2017, at Columbus Regional Hospital. Thomas was born March 3, 1934, in North Vernon, the son of Michael J. and Margaret A. Clark Dugan. He married Barbara J. Vogel September 28, 1957. He completed his under-graduate studies at Xavier University and received his medical degree from Indiana University. Thomas enjoyed his 50 year career as a medical doctor working with Dr. Herman Echsner at Doctor’s Park Family Medicine. He was a member of St. Bartholomew Catholic Church. He loved music and sports, especially the Cincinnati Reds. Thomas was a very warm, humble and caring man. He dearly loved his family, friends and patients, and was deeply loved by everyone. A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 9:30 a.m. Saturday, March 11, 2017, at St. Bartholomew Catholic Church with Father Clem Davis officiating. Calling hours will be from 4-8 p.m. Friday at the Jewell-Rittman Family Funeral Home with a rosary service following at 8 p.m. Burial will be at Our Lady of Peace Cemetery in Indianapolis, Indiana. Memorials may be made to the Columbus Regional Hospital or Catholic Relief Services through the funeral home. Survivors include his wife, Barbara; sons, Michael G. (Sara) Dugan of Bradenton, Florida, Gregory T. (Andrea) Dugan of Zionsville, Paul F. (Mary) Dugan of Carmel and Joseph K. (Moira) Dugan of Indianapolis; daughters, Anne M. (Jim) Collins of Cincinnati, Mary K. Harvey of Carmel and Dr. Margaret J. (Jeff) Workman of Greenwood; a daughter-in-law, Mary Dugan (Thomas) Wood of Wooster, Ohio; 27 grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; sons, John P. (Mary) Dugan and Kevin J. Dugan; a brother, Michael J. Dugan; and sisters, Mary Jo LaBash and Teresa A. Thompson.
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Dr. Dugan was a wonderful neighbor, friend, and Doctor.I think of him and his family often.
Dr. Tom was my doctor in the late 60’s . So kind and truly saved my life. My daughter has been a nurse in local nursing homes and loved him too for his kindness and caring heart. Truly a good man. My condolences to his family. God bless.
Dr. Dugan was truly an extraordinary man who selflessly helped so many people in his life. Condolences and prayers to the entire Dugan family for this loss. He will greatly missed by all who had the great fortune to have known him.
My thoughts and prayers are with you Barb and family with the passing of one of the best doctors in Columbus, In. Sure do miss having you as a doctor/friend. God gain a angel when you went home.
I often wandered how you were doing and spoke of you often. I sure did miss the best doctor in Columbus, IN! You were the very best doctor to see and was always so kind, loving and always took whatever time necessary with all your patients. God definitely gain a angel when you went home. My thoughts are with Barb and family losing such a great person you were. My heart just breaks! Rest in peace Dr Dugan, until we meet again…
We have gone to Drs Park Family Medicine for over 61 years. Dr Dugan was a special person to us and always there for his patients. Our sympathy to all his family. Jim and Mary Dewar
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Sincere wishes and prayer for the extended Dugan family. Dr. Dugan practiced medicine with my Dad Herman Echsner for 50 years; a true match of faith, partnership, values, temperament and efficiency. I had the honor of talking with Tom recently at the Four Seasons Center while visiting my Dad, who happens to be residing at the same location. All of the Echsners respected Dr. Dugan a great deal, especially his dedication to his family, his faith, and his professionalism of healing and comforting. I know that my Dad and Mom both mourn his loss. Let me speak on their behalf and express sorrow and sympathy, yet great appreciation for his life and vocation. A great man.
Sincerest condolences to the entire Dugan Family.
Thomas Dugan was a great doctor, and individual. He helped me through some very tough times, which I will never forget. He went above and beyond his duties’ with the care of my mother. My prayers are with his family at this difficult time. I know God has another Angel with him today.
Dr. Dugan was a very kind and compassonate person. He always took time to listen. That extra effort was as healing as the medicine he would precribe. I remember when he had given me an injection in my jaw for some TMJ issues, and he called me on Saturday morning just to make sure I was recovering OK from that injection. That kind of caring, did not go unnoticed by our family. He was a great man.
Dr. Dugan, such a good doctor and good man. You took care of my late wife, Carol and me for a lot of years. We were sad when you retired, but you earned it many times over. Now you have received your promised peace, but the world is a lesser place without you.
Barbara and I were sorry to hear about TOM he delivered all 3 of my sons and was a great friend
My thoughts are will the Dugan family in this difficult time. The Dugans were always such a close-knit family, and that’s a testament to their father, I’m sure. Please excuse my absence at the services, but know that I sent an extra hug for Margaret with Kari and Nina. My condolences.
Anne, my deepest condolences to you and your family during this very difficult time. My prayers are with you.
Our Family have been life long friends and patients of Dr. Dugan’s. Not only an outstanding Doctor, but a devoted Family man. He was also about as close to being a Priest, without ordination as one could be. Our Loss is Heaven’s Gain!
Anne, my deepest sympathy on the loss of your father. Thoughts and prayers for your entire family.
I am sorry for your loss, please accept my sincere condolences. I hope the family will find some comfort and strength in Jesus promise of the earthly resurrection(Acts 24:15)and the renewed Paradise earth, where death will be no more and no family will mourn the death of a loved one.-Revelation 21:3,4;John 5:28,29;Luke 23:43. may GOD(Psalms 83:18)grant you peace and comfort now, during this grievous time.-Matthew 5:4.