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Douglas Trimble Obituary

Douglas Gordon Trimble

March 12, 1944 - May 31, 2017

Chapel Hill

Passed away peacefully with his family at his side. He is the son of the late Gordon and Gladys Trimble. He was born inCanada and moved to Raleigh to raise his two sons. His entire professional career was spent with Nortell Communications He is survived by his sons, Jason and Scott and their wives Sabrina and Janeane. He is also survived by two beautiful grandchildren, Austin and Jewel. Donations can be made in his honor to the American Cancer Society . PO Box 22478 City, OK 73123 or to Chatham Animal Rescue and Education, PO Box 610 Pittsboro, NC .

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The News and Observer on Jun. 27, 2017.

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Dave McKinnon

March 12, 2018

A strong mentor to many people that Doug took under his wing.
May you continue on your journey.

Helen McDowell

August 18, 2017

Doug was a high school friend and we kept in touch over the years. He will be missed and fondly remembered.

Andy Artola

June 28, 2017

Doug was a brilliant visionary. A dedicated,driven and compassionate leader. My years working with him were memorable. I will miss him mostly though as a mentor and a friend.

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