Michael Douglas “Doug” Lackey, 70, passed away Saturday, May 2, 2026.
Born in Morganton, NC on May 14, 1955, he was the son of the late Willard Wayne Lackey and Beulah Feimster Lackey.
Doug retired from Leviton Manufacturing after giving them 45 years of service. He volunteered his time with the Valdese Fire Department for many years. Some of his most impactful works were the time he spent coaching in Burke County. He coached little league baseball and softball as well as industrial league. The lives he touched from coaching and teaching continue to reverberate today. Doug was an avid outdoorsman spending his time riding horses, fishing, hiking, and becoming an excellent deer hunter. He was most proud of his grandchildren. When not in the woods, he could be found enjoying westerns along with his faithful German Shepard, Ruger.
In addition to his parents, Doug was preceded in death by his brother Howard Wayne Lackey, and sister Christine Geraldine (Dene) Bertalot.
Doug is survived by Roxanne Hughes of the home who he spent the happiest years of his life with; children, Will Lackey (Tamara), April Ray (John), and Jason McCracken; grandchildren, Ethan & Hannah Lackey, Kailey & Devin Ray, and Autumn McCracken; great-grandchild, Eric Meek.
Doug will be remembered as a principled man who lived a simple life and only wanted the best for those he loved.
In accordance with his wishes, there will be a private family service at a later date.
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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Roxanne Will April and family. My prayers are with you Doug was my friend we spent a lot of time working hunting 4wheeling playing ball he was a super guy he will be missed ♥️🙏
Rocky and Family - I am so sorry for your loss. I consider Doug to be a true friend and I, and many others, will miss him. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Doug was a quiet man and a good match with Roxane, he will be missed by many sending love and prayers to the Family
My condolences and prayers to Friends and Family .
So sorry to hear about Doug Sending my condolences
Doug was a very kind man. He will be greatly missed. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Sorry to hear about your "POP". Saw him at rural king not too long ago.
So sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you.
Will & April, Johnny and I was so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. We love you and are praying for you and the family.