Douglas Gerald Carroll

Douglas Gerald Carroll obituary, Durham, NC

Douglas Gerald Carroll

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Douglas Carroll Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Clements Funeral & Cremation Services, Inc - Durham on Nov. 8, 2025.

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TIMBERLAKE ~ Douglas Gerald Carroll, 72, died at his home surrounded by family on Friday, November 7, 2025. He was born in Durham, the son of the late Oliver Junior Carroll and Catherine Delong Carroll. In addition to his parents, Doug is also predeceased by his brothers, Donnie Carroll, Dennis Carroll, Eric Carroll.
Doug enjoyed planting a garden, riding his tractor, and spending time with his family. He was employed by IBM as a Warehouse Manager and was a retired truck driver.
Mr. Carroll is survived by his wife of 53 years, Brenda King Carroll; sons, David Carroll (Rena), Kenneth Carroll (Melissa); grandchildren, Megan, Hannah, Landon, London; sister, Edna Carroll Ellis; and several nieces and nephews.
A graveside service will be held at 11:00 am on Wednesday, November 12th at Brier Creek Memorial Gardens.
The family would like to extend much love and a special thanks to his long-term caretaker, Christie Sparrow. They would also like to extend a special thanks to the Duke Hospice Nurses for their love and support.
The family is being assisted by Clements Funeral & Cremation Services, Inc. in Durham. Online condolences may be sent to www.clementsfuneralservice.com.
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11:00 a.m.

Brier Creek Memorial Gardens

7600 Acc Blvd, Raleigh, NC 27617

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