It is with great sadness that the family of Doug Weavil announce his passing on Friday. February 3, 2023. He was born on September 29, 1949 in Winston Salem to the late Kenneth George Weavil and Dorothy Kiser Weavil. He attended Zion Baptist Church and was a veteran of the US Air Force. Doug worked for Drexel Heritage for 40 years before retiring in 2014. He loved to travel and spoil his grandkids. He was an avid tennis and pickleball player.
He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Gail Jent Weavil; daughters, Meredith Jeffers (Adam) and Allison Sizemore (Josh); grandchildren, Sophia, Naomi, Gloria, and Fiona Jeffers, Lincoln and Eleanor Sizemore; brothers, David (Mila), Daryl, Dean, Danny and Duane; sister, Cynthia Gentry (Vic): and many nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends from 2pm-3pm, Thursday, February 9, 2023 at Zion Baptist Church. The funeral will begin at 3pm in the church with Rev. Keith Rose officiating. A graveside service will be held 1 PM Friday, February 10, 2023 at Crestview Memorial Park in Rural Hall, NC, with military honors provided by US Air Force and V.F.W. Memorial Honor Guard.
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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Doug will be missed. I played pickleball with him and against him. He was a very humble and good man. Condolences to his family.
My husband, Ron, and I are so sad to hear of Doug’s passing. We knew him thru Pickleball and we were always happy when he joined us on the courts. Doug was always the kindest to everyone. He will be missed. Prayers to you and your family. Ron and Janice Raymond 🙏🏻🙏🏻
Dear Gail and Family, You know Doug and I worked together for many years at Drexel starting in the mid-70’s. And Gail, I was fortunate to know you as well. I was grieved to hear of Doug’s passing Sunday at church from Judy Eury. Never a sweeter man! And he was so smart! I admired his never saying a cross word about anyone. A tremendous Christian and husband and father. May God’s grace and peace be poured out upon you all. We will all miss his smile and gentle demeanor. Buddy
My heart is broken. Although I haven't seen you much in the past years, I still consider you all family, and I love you. Gail, we had so much in common.....God bless you. Love, Teresa
Gail, Meredith & Allison family and friends, Lord in your mercy wrap your loving arms around all those who had the opportunity to meet and interact with Doug. Our days together were mostly about tennis playing in the USTA league for many years and then both of us transitioned into pickleball as another opportunity to stay fit and to have social interaction. We competed with and against each other so many times. We traveled the state playing those tennis tournaments and in the Senior State Games it was pickleball for us. I remember fondly when Meredith and Allison learned to play tennis and I had the privilege of assisting them acquire the skills along with my two daughters. May all of us navigate the grieving process while leaning on God's unmerited grace. Love you all!
Doug and I were born ten days apart and our mothers were best friends. We shared birthday parties together and then graduated from high school together. I have such fond memories of many good times spent with the Weavil kids. I will miss knowing that Doug is just down the road but am happy to know we will meet again one day in our heavenly home. My sincere sympathy to his entire family. Weeta Spainhour Heath
I had the pleasure of working with Doug during the waining years of Drexel and Henredon. Very helpful with any question I had concerning status of orders and always professional. To my surprise we crossed paths again when I was first was exposed to Pickleball. Always ready to offer a piece of advice on how improve my play, and never showed frustration as I learned the game
Terribly sad to here od Doud's passing. My sincere condolences to the family. Doug was a true and steady friend through high school, and too in Hi-Y. Bless you friend now eternal in the Heavens.
We were buddies decades ago and I have fun memories of our high school days. Prayers for the family and friends who will gather for their goodbyes. Heaven is gaining many from the class of '67. Hope to have a reunion there as I've missed so many.
Doug has always been a wonderful person… to all who knew him. I am so saddened about his passing; thoughts and prayers for family and friends, throughout this difficult time.