Douglas Gregg Bover
Douglas Gregg Bover of Groton, at the age of 78, passed away on Friday, Oct. 31, 2025, of complications related to pancreatic cancer. Born in Brattleboro, Vermont on May 4, 1947, Doug exhibited an interest for both the visual arts and music at an early age. During his time in high school, Doug played bass and guitar professionally in numerous venues in Vermont.
Doug earned a BA in Industrial Design at Pratt Institute, New York. While at Pratt, Doug developed an expertise in engineering and creating electronic art. After marrying his wife, Lynne, they moved to Massachusetts in 1974 when the Route 128 corridor was at the forefront of computer technology. Doug joined Digital Corporation as a test engineer and later was a software engineer at Cascade/Ascend/Lucent Corporation.
Seeking a change, Doug left the corporate world to further pursue his love for music and the arts. He provided sound engineering for numerous local bands. Additionally, he repaired amps, guitars, microphones and other musical equipment for a wide range of musicians who appreciated Doug’s expertise and precision. There was nothing Doug could not fix – he loved the challenge of figuring out the intricacies of any musical instrument and technology.
Doug’s love for the arts continued into his retirement; he created unique light sculptures, graphic designs, and animations for various clients. He especially enjoyed playing music with his sons, Michael and Ben, his grandson, Leo, his nephew, and friends.
During the past two years, he was blessed with the birth of his grandson and granddaughter which brought him tremendous joy.
Wherever Doug traveled, whether locally or afar, people were drawn to his warmth and terrific sense of humor. He respected and saw the goodness in everyone he met.
Doug is survived by his beloved wife of 51 years, Lynne; his sons, Michael and Benjamin; his grandson, Leo; his granddaughter, Cecilia; and surviving siblings, Raymond Bover and Ann Reed; predeceased by his parents, Harold Bover and Annie (Gembarowski) Bover.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation, in Doug’s memory, to Loaves and Fishes to help relieve food insecurity for so many of our neighbors (loavesfishespantry.org).