Doug Praiswater, 61, of Fillmore Missouri passed away on November 13, 2020 at his home.  Doug was born on April 11, 1959 to Dean and Beverly (Roberts) Praiswater.  Doug married Lisa Pearce and they were later divorced.

He was a 1977 graduate of Fillmore High School.  He worked most of his life as a farmer and had formerly served as a volunteer fireman.  He was a talented welder and metal fabricator.

Doug loved his daughter, and especially loved his grandson River.  He was generous and always willing to help a friend or stranger.  Doug enjoyed nature, hunting, and target shooting with River.

Survivors include daughter Hannah and son-in-law Daryl, Fillmore Mo., grandson River Pettijohn, siblings Alan (Sue) Praiswater, Fillmore, Mo., Randy (Cindy) Praiswater, Country Club, Mo., Kathy (Don) Schmitt, Essex, Ia., Mike (Kim) Praiswater, Platte City, Mo., and Stuart Praiswater, Bolckow, Mo., and numerous nieces and nephews.  He was preceded in death by his parents.

A graveside service will be held at the Fillmore Cemetery at 2 p.m. on November 28th, with a dinner, bonfire and party to follow at Doug's house.