Doreen Watts Caudill, 83 of Morganton, NC went to be with her Lord and Savior, Thursday, August 28, 2025. She was born on January 17, 1942, to the late Wilson Duckworth and Geneva D. Reinhardt. She was an active member of Quaker Meadows Presbyterian Church and the Women’s Circle.
A loving wife, sister, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Doreen is survived by her husband of 36 years, Randy Caudill; daughter, Deanna W. Hines (Jeff); son, Michael Watts (Sheri); bonus son, Scott Caudill (Gena); bonus daughter, Chesnee Jackson (Jamil); grandchildren, Justin Caudill (Megan), Devon Caudill, Ericka Caudill, Paige Bowery (Nathan Breon), Rachel Watts, Nathan Watts, and Tiffany Hines (Dustin Houser); great-grandchildren, Mozi Jackson, Kaison Jackson, Amias Jackson, Kamilla Jackson, Maverick Caudill, and Hannah Breon; brother, Kenny Duckworth; bonus sisters, Vickie Porter and Faye Buxton; and numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family.
In addition to her parents, Doreen was preceded in death by her brothers, Harold and Wayne Duckworth; and sister-in-law, Billie Duckworth.
The family will receive friends from 11am until noon, Saturday, September 13, 2025, at Quaker Meadows Presbyterian Church. A funeral will follow at noon in the sanctuary with the Rev. Andrew Parkey and Rick Leisner, CLP, officiating. There will be a private family burial at Burke Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Quaker Meadow’s Presbyterian Church Women’s Circle.
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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I send love and healing prayers to each of Doreen's family and friends during your time of sadness and grief. Doreen's smile and loveliness each time she walked into my husband's office is what I will always remember about her. Her memories will always remain.
So very saddened by Doreen's passing 😔😪She was my sweetest friend of 54 years ! We shared a special bond like sisters neither of us had❣Even at a long distance we felt our love and caring for one another always ❤My sincerest condolences to you Randy , Deanna, Michael, and grandchildren and other family members 🙏She rests with Jesus and we shall see her at our appointed time💖
Randy we are very sorry for your loss, it is beyond grief now. The time will heal your wound gradually and we hope you the best. She was my best friend from Morganton and I was grateful to get to know her. I can’t forget her kind and warm smile. We lived her dearly. Your friends from Charlotte. Love and the deepest sympathy.
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of Doreen. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
My heart goes out to you all. Prayers for peace.
RIP. Sweet Friend ❤️