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.