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1939
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2017
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Leon Douglas Obituary
Nashville, TN
Leon Douglas of Nashville, TN passed away on August 18, 2017 in Davidson County. He is preceded in death by his father, Charles S. Douglas.
He is survived by his wife, Bonnie Douglas; sons, Kevin (Darlene) Douglas, Darryl (Sheila) Douglas, daughters, Darla Douglas, Dana (Bob) McDowell, Mickey (Jay) Bryan, Bretina Douglas; 12 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; mother, Dorothy Douglas; sister, Sharon Dave) Henschen; brother, Kent Douglas.
Leon was a very accomplished singer, entertainer, and musician. He played at the Grand Ole Opry with Cousin Jody in the 1960's. Leon was a member of the WWVA Jamboree for 30 years. Leon appeared on shows with many well-known artists, such as Marty Robbins, Mel Tillis, Merle Haggard, George Jones, and many others.
Visitation with the family will be held on Monday, August 21, 2017 from 4-8pm at Spring Hill Funeral Home. A celebration of life funeral ceremony will be held on Tuesday, August 22, 2017 at 1pm with a two hour visitation prior at Spring Hill Funeral home. Service to be officiated by Heath Pickard, affiliated with Jackson Park Church of Christ. Arrangements entrusted to Spring Hill Funeral Home and Cemetery, 5110 Gallatin Road, Nashville, TN 37216, 615-865-1101, www.springhillfh.com.
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Memories and Condolences
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Doc & Jo Ann
May 10, 2025
My wife and I enjoy him immensely! He had a special presence about him, and we enjoyed all the songs, At wheeling jamboree, as I'm sure everywhere he appeared, he was SPECIAL! May he rest in peace
Tom peterson
December 31, 2024
In 1969 after graduating from MTSU I had the opportunity to be a back up drummer for Leon and Bonnie at clubs in Peoria Illinois and the Speakeasy in Washington plus other cities. He was a wonderful entertainer and really good person. My condolences to Bonnie.
Sunshine
May 23, 2023
We all enjoyed meeting and spending time with Leon in the early 1970's at the "Key" in Athens Ga. He was a fun entertained, for sure.
Our consultants go out to the family. hi
Stephen Kennedy
October 22, 2019
I met Leon in 1974 when I was in the house band in a club in Charleston, WV. He had left Nashville and had moved to Charleston. We backed him on his shows there for a time and we got very close, performing together and going to baseball games. My wife and I honeymooned in the same town as he in Canada, which he recommended. He then relocated to Wheeling, WV. to work at the Wheeling Jamboree, where my band entered a competition while he was MC. I then moved to Nashville in 1986 and lost contact with Leon. My wife and I still live here and I am so disappointed that I didn't know that he had returned and was ailing. I so much would like to have seen him again. I visited his grave upon hearing of his passing. What a nice and talented man. I learned from him and will always treasure his memory and our friendship.
L Elliott
August 21, 2017
Sorry to hear of the passing of Leon Douglas and send our prayers and condolences to his wife, Bonnie and all his family. He will be missed and may he rest in peace. Leslie and Ron Elliott and All the Folks in R.O.P.E.
From the Staff of Spring Hill Funeral Home & Cemetery.
August 21, 2017
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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Aug
21
Visitation
4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Spring Hill Funeral Home & Cemetery - Nashville5110 Gallatin Pike S, Nashville, TN 37216
Aug
22
Visitation
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Spring Hill Funeral Home & Cemetery - Nashville5110 Gallatin Pike S, Nashville, TN 37216
Aug
22
Celebration of Life
1:00 p.m.
Spring Hill Funeral Home & Cemetery - Nashville5110 Gallatin Pike S, Nashville, TN 37216
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