Douglas D. Scherer's obituary , Passed away on October 15, 2025 in Central Islip, New York

Douglas D. Scherer

June 29, 1940 - October 15, 2025 (85 years old)

Central Islip, New York

Douglas D. Scherer's obituary , Passed away on October 15, 2025 in Central Islip, New York

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Douglas D. Scherer

June 29, 1940 - October 15, 2025 (85 years old)

Central Islip, New York

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Douglas D. Scherer Obituary

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Douglas D. Scherer (Central Islip, New York), who passed away on October 15, 2025, at the age of 85, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Douglas D. Scherer to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Belden Scherer and Lois Scherer; and his sisters, Lora Scherer and Barbara Callaway (Bobbie). He is survived by: his wife Melissa Hill Scherer; his brother Ronald Scherer; his daughters, Elizabeth Allen, Jennifer Callaway and Susan Scherer; his stepchildren, Myisha Adams, Ashanti Adams, Terrance Hill and Isaiah Adams; and his grandchildren, Jason DeCampo, Michael DeCampo, Sarah Scherer-Oursland, Audrey Callaway and Nathaniel Callaway. He is also survived by nieces, nephews and cousins.

In lieu of flowers, the family is asking that all donations be made to the Alzheimer's.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
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December 12, 2025

Maria Wilson lit a candle

“Professor Scherer was an amazing man. I will be forever grateful for everything he did for me to fulfill my dream. His unwavering support and dedication to his law students was second to none and will always be appreciated more than he will ever know. His legacy lives on through all of us! Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Rest in peace, Professor. Much love and walk good.”


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