Douglas "Doug" Wayne Gaither

Douglas “Doug” Wayne Gaither, 78, of Oriental passed away peacefully in the arms of his wife, Jill, on Wednesday, March 20, 2024.

Hardworking, Doug was self-employed and a man of many talents. Most recently he embarked on a career as a computer repairman as well as refrigeration repair. He will also be remembered for his time working at Pamlico Home Builders.

Those remaining to cherish his memory are his wife of 53 years, Jill Gaither; mother, Allene Self Gaither; sister, Yvonne Gaither Allen (Keith); and nephews, Peter, Nat, and Ben Birdsong along with their families.

He was preceded in death by his father, Harry D. Gaither.

A graveside service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Sunday, April 21st at Carolina Memorial Park in Concord, NC.

In lieu of flowers the family suggested memorial contributions be made to Hospice of Pamlico, PO Box 6, Bayboro, NC 28515.