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Douglas Duane Cline Sr. 80, formally of Charlotte, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, August 8, 2015. Doug was born in Cramerton of Gaston County in NC on December 15, 1934 to the late William “Ed” Cline and Jessie Frady Cline. After leaving Cramerton School, Doug joined the Air Force serving his country for 4 years as a Staff Sgt. stationed in England and was honored to be chosen to play on the Air Force baseball team in Europe, as well as participating in the Berlin Airlift.
Doug married the love of his life, Bobbie Joan Campbell, on August 1, 1953 and remained by her side until her death on July 1, 2011. As long time members of Garr Memorial Church, Doug and Bobbie raised 4 children which survive them. Douglas Jr. (Denise) of Albemarle, Dale Hooke of Lexington, KY, Dawn Benifield (Rodney) of Mint Hill, Donald Cline (Donna) of Midland. Doug is also survived by eight grandchildren and three great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his younger brother, Paul, last year, and is survived by his sister Frances Jenkins.
While raising his family in Charlotte, Doug was employed as a commercial driver for local companies; Merita Bread, Sealtest Dairy, National Linen, Cunningham Wholesale and Concrete Supply Co. In recent years he enjoyed working with Park’s Chevrolet and Carolina Rent-A-Car doing car transfers and dispatching, since retirement was not a word he was familiar with.
After the passing of his wife Bobbie, Doug relocated to Stanly County, to reside with Doug, Jr. and Denise. Doug’s loyalty to his family was second only to his love of God, and the music of Bill Gaither.
When Parkinson’s disease inhibited his mobility, he moved into Bethany Woods Nursing Center, whom have been wonderful caretakers until the end.
A Celebration of Life will be Saturday, August 15th at 2:00 pm at Gleaning Mission Church, E 8th Street, Oakboro, NC, where he was a member. Pastor Steve & Sherry Barbee presiding. Reception will follow in the Fellowship Hall.
Carolina Cremation is honored to serve the Cline family. Online condolences may be made at www.carolinacremation.com.
Claire Jean-Baptiste says
I hope that in due time you receive God’s peace that excels all thought, so that it will guard your hearts and your mental powers by means of Christ Jesus. As you know, God is called the Father of tender mercies and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our tribulation. Rest assured that he cares for all his creatures and he would never bring us suffering. A soothing scripture is Psalm 34:18 which reads: “Jehovah is near to those that are broken at heart, and those who are crushed in spirit he saves.” Sincerely.
Carolyn Wallace Barker says
Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you adjust to life without Doug. May God bless each of you with special memories to comfort and sustain you in the future.
Sincerely,
Carolyn and Jack, Paul, Jr., Crystal, Tim, Drew and Abby
Ralph says
Dear Cline family,
I am sorry for your pain, and loss.
You can find real comfort in what God has promised, such as in John 5:28,29 -He promises that he is going to resurrect all those who have ever died, back to life again here on earth. And all the things that cause us sorrow, pain, and even death, will be gone forever. You can read about this in Revelation 21:3,4, and 1 Corinthians 15:26. To learn more about God’s promises, go to JW.org.