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Doug Ivey Obituary
Portsmouth - Haynes Douglas "Doug" Ivey, 73, of Elmhurst Ct. passed away on Sunday, November 13, 2011 in a local hospital. He was born on June 10, 1938 in Dillon, South Carolina and was preceded in death by his parents, Vink and Bertha Ivey; three sisters; and three brothers. Doug retired as a police officer from the City of Portsmouth; and was a member of the F.O.P. Lodge and member of Kingdom Life Ministries, Chesapeake.
He is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Patricia H. Ivey; a daughter, Sandra I. Jones and her husband Donald; two sons, Wayne Ivey and his wife Toni and Jeffery Ivey and fiancée Leah Whitten; four grandchildren, Bronson, Benjamin, Hannah, and C.J.; and a host of other extended family and friends.
A funeral service will be held at 2 PM Wednesday, November 16, 2011 in Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel by Rev. Randy Wooden. Burial will follow in Olive Branch Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home one hour prior to the service on Wednesday.
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Laura S
June 28, 2025
The other day, I thought back to the Late 70s, when Mr. and Mrs. Ivey's family took me in for a few months because I needed a place to stay. I just found out about his passing. I shall never forget the kindness shown to me during my time of need. God bless his family.
November 18, 2011
We are so sorry to hear of Brother Doug's passing. I know days ahead for all the family will be difficult at times but, with prayer and friends to lean on God will see each of you through. Our love and prayers are with each of you during this time and for the days ahead. Tim and Kathy Bateman
Ronnie Latinville
November 17, 2011
So very sad to hear about the passing of Mr. Ivey.I did not know him that well ,however i worked with his son Wayne at G.R.Davis back in the 1970`s.My sympathy goes out to you Wayne and family.
November 16, 2011
I am so sorry to hear about Doug's passing. We have fond memories of him when we all went to Great Bridge Church of God together. I remember him always smiling and kidding around with my kids. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Maria McMillan and family
November 15, 2011
We are so very sorry for your loss. You and your family will be in our prayers, especially for the hard days ahead. May you find comfort in knowing that Doug is now at rest and that one day you will see him again.
Barbara and Gene McGuire, (Snellville, GA)
LeRoy Reynolds
November 15, 2011
I will miss talking to Doug at the YMCA where I saw him often. My prayers go out to the family. I am so very sorry.
Duane & Lydia Graham
November 15, 2011
We never had the pleasure of knowing Mr. Ivey, but my wife and I are friends of his son Jeff and his fiancé Leah. We wish you peace during this time of loss and hope that you find comfort among your family and friends as you celebrate his life. Please accept our deepest sympathies. May God bless you all.
Cindy Sculthorpe
November 15, 2011
I pray that God's peace will surround you and the family at this time. Run into his arms and he will comfort you and his Holy Spirit will fill you with that peace that passes all understanding.
Pam Jemmison
November 15, 2011
Doug was a beautiful person. He always had a smile on his face and full of compliments. He was a bright light here at Western Branch Diesel, Inc. I especially am saddened to here of his passing and my thoughts and prayers are with all of his family especially Pat his wife.
Jerry Reason
November 14, 2011
I am so sorry to hear of this loss. May God's peace be with the family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
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