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Grover Jeffreys Obituary

GROVER DOUGLAS JEFFREYS Grover Douglas Jeffreys, age 69, of Wilmington, passed away on December 31, 2014 after a short illness. He was born in Louisburg, NC, one of eight children to the late Grover and Hazel Jeffreys. He is also preceded in death by his wife, LeVera Jeffreys in 2008. Douglas served proudly in the United States Army and retired from the State of NC Department of Location. His beautiful eyes will continue to see the world through the fortunate person who receives them. Douglas is survived by his son, Douglas Jeffreys II of Leland and his partner, Kathy Hunt of Wilmington. Visitation will be held from 6pm to 8pm on Friday, January 2, 2015 at Coble Ward-Smith Funeral Service, 3915 Oleander Drive, Wilmington, NC 28403. Funeral Service will be held at 2pm on Saturday, January 3, 2015 at Coble Ward-Smith Funeral Chapel. Interment with Military Honors will follow at Greenlawn Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers donation can be made to the American Cancer Society, 2202 Wrightsville Ave Suite 111, Wilmington, NC 28401.

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Published by Wilmington Star-News on Jan. 2, 2015.

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Kathy Kangas

January 3, 2015

Doug was an awesome neighbor, he was so happy with Kathy, loved traveling. Always talked about his grandchildren, how proud he was with their choices in life. Going to miss him. My prayers are with his family.

Hugh Thompson

January 3, 2015

I am very sorry to hear of Doug's passing. I always enjoyed working with Doug at the NCDOT. He was kind, friendly, professional, and knowledgeable in his job. He was willing to share what he knew with others. Doug left a positive influence on many people.

suzy moser

January 3, 2015

A wonderful person. He will be greatly missed. Suzy Moser

James Jeffreys

January 2, 2015

Doug was a very important person in my life. He set me on the path to becoming a surveyor, and working for Location & Surveys. I will always be grateful to him for that.

January 2, 2015

a great grandfather!!!!

Daniele Jeffreys

January 2, 2015

An excellent grandfather to Samanthat, Mitchell, Sarah, and Jennifer. He will greatly be missed!

Sid Autry

January 2, 2015

Sorry to hear of Doug's passing. He was good friend through work and the NCSS. I will miss him. You folks are in our thoughts and prayers.

Sid Autry
Winston-Salem, NC

Gary Gurganus

January 2, 2015

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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