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After attending Wayne County Public Schools, Mr. Gore went on to serve his country with honor in the United States Army. His military career was marked by distinction and courage, earning him numerous awards including the National Defense Service Medal, Drill Sergeant Badge, Vietnam Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal, Air Medal, Bronze Star Medal, Meritorious Service Medal 1st Class, Good Conduct Medal (6 awards), and the USA Gold Recruiter Badge. His drag racing Go Army 1968 Camaro turned heads. This car and Diamond's absolute military pride inspired many young people to enlist in the army.
Outside of work, he was known for his love of the outdoors and all things mechanical. He took great pride in maintaining his lawn and John Deere tractor. He spent countless hours rebuilding
motors, restoring antique and vintage cars, drag racing, and enjoying college basketball as well as NFL football.
Diamond was preceded in death by his parents, his first wife Shirley Hawkins Gore; his beloved son Kyle Gore; his brothers William and Dan Gore; sisters Mary Elizabeth Peele and Ruby
Kornegay.
He is survived by his devoted wife, Sherlene Gore; his loving daughter, Teri Rouse and a cherished granddaughter, Erika Rouse. He also leaves behind his sister, Ezzie Davis (Charles),
sisters-in-law; Theresa Brown, Wake Forest; Judy Warfield (Jerry), Columbia, MD; Angel Cradle (Marvin), Washington, DC; Elinda Fuller (Durham); Helen Gore (Northport, AL); one aunt,
Ophelia McGowan; a very special nephew, Jodie Peele, a special cousin, Ethel Peterson, one
God son, Wade Durham III and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and lifelong friends who will
remember him fondly.
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Gloria Royall
October 23, 2025
To Sherlene, words are hard to come by just knowing that our special cousin Diamond, is no longer with us. We have so many wonderful memories of him. He´s always been such a great guy. Growing up we really enjoyed being around him because he was so much fun. Always talking and laughing. I don´t think he ever met a stranger. He was very friendly to everyone. God blessed him to lived a very good life and he knew it, When he married you, he couldn´t stop smiling because he´d found a good wife. Thank you for loving and caring for him, as you, did until the end. Peace and Blessings, your cousins, The McGowan´s
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