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Doug was born on August 17, 1948 in Caldwell County, North Carolina to Glenn Deweise Hamby and Annie Lou Cox Hamby.
He was a member of Mount Pleasant Baptist Church. Doug enjoyed being outdoors and hiking, but most of all he enjoyed spending time with his granddaughter, Charlotte.
Doug is preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Wayne Hamby, RG Hamby and Paul Hamby; sisters, Marshleen Billings, Judy Kilby and Barbara Bowlin.
Doug is survived by his wife of 45 years, Barbara Wingler Hamby of the home; son Brandon Hamby (Jeni) of Elkin; granddaughter, Charlotte; stepdaughter, Susan Shell (Tim) of Hays, four step-grandchildren and 12 step- great grandchildren.
The family will conduct a memorial service at a later date.
Condolences may be sent to: www.adamsfunerals.com
Adams Funeral Home of Wilkes has the honor of serving the Hamby Family.
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