Douglas Adrian McFalls

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May 9, 1950 ~ February 13, 2011


Resided in: Fairview, NC

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Fairview – Douglas Adrian McFalls, 60, died Sunday, February 13, 2011 at his residence. A native of Old Fort, he was the son of Ruby Buchanan McFalls of Old Fort and the late S.B. McFalls and husband of the late Janice McFarland McFalls, who died in 2007. Douglas was a train engineer with Norfolk Southern Railroad and a loving father and grandfather. He is survived by two daughters, Shellie M. Rees and her husband, Kevin, of Siloam Springs, Arkansas and Tracy M. Robertson and her husband, Bill, of Pottstown, PA; a brother, Michael McFalls and his wife, Connie, of Old Fort; two sisters, Brenda Hughes and her husband, Bobby, of Old Fort and Angie Shell and her husband, Danny, of Marion and seven grandchildren. A celebration of life service will be held at 11:00 am Friday, February 18, in the chapel of Groce Funeral home at Lake Julian conducted by the Reverend Scott Dotson. Burial will follow at Tweeds Chapel Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 10 until 11 am at the funeral home prior to the service.

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  1. Shelly, Tracy and Family,

    We are so sorry to hear of the death of your Dad. He was such a special person. Whomever he met it made their life better.

    I know he will be missed by all. He is with our heavenly Father now and has joined your mom, oh what a homecoming.

    All of you will always be special to us.

    Love,

    Joe and Pat

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  2. I was a good friend and coworker of your dad and he was truly special to everyone that met him. I am happy for the years I worked with him.

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  3. The world has lost a VERY SPECIAL person! Doug was a great Friend to everyone he met, (but especially to us on the railroad) It was a guarantee he would lighten up your day, each and every day. he will be GREATLY missed by ALL.

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  4. To all of the family;sorry to hear about Douglas he was a good person
    to all may God bless each and every
    one you.My thoughts and prayers are
    with you
    Opal and Virgil Vess

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  5. To the Family,
    Doug was always one of the people that you wanted to work with. He was always quick to help, slow to be critical, and ready to give you a hard time. You have lost someone very special in your family. We have lost a true friend and mentor. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen Division 267 Asheville, NC

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  6. i went to school with Doug in Old Fort, i am so sorry to hear of his passing. Please accept my condolences, Wayne Kelly

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  7. Dear Shellie and Tracy,

    My mom and I send prayers and hugs to you. We love your family and I know that God is hugging your mom and dad right now. Their in a better place then we are. If you ever need anything let us know.

    Love,
    Misty Wooten and Jean Banks

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  9. doug, i was so sorry to hear of your passing this morning. i always enjoyed working with you when we had the chance. your smile was one of those that energized other people and made them feel good. thank you for your kindness and may God bless your family and loved ones always. i hope we meet again on the other side.

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  10. Ruby & family,
    We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Bob has very fond memories of growing up with and knowing Douglas. He was a kind, wonderful man and a pleasure to know. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Blessings. Bob & Stephanie Grooms

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  11. Doug, we shared 12 wonderful years of school together. A teammate in Little League, a darned good hind-catcher.. You were always a great person and even better friend. It was so good seeing you at our 2009 Class Reunion. You will be missed by all of your classmates. Rest in Peace, My Friend.

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  12. Tracy & Family,

    Our thoughts are with you at this time of great change. Sending hugs, comfort and prayers your way.

    Leri

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  14. Shellie and Kevin…I was deeply sadden on learning of the death of your Dad. Shellie, your friendship over the years have meant so much to me along with you and Kevein’s kindiness eight years ago. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family as I hold you in the Light….

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  15. Dear Tracy & Shelly,

    Just know that I’m thinking about you and hoping that your grief will eventually give way to joyful memories.

    Love,
    asimp

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