Adam Douglas "Doug" Huckaby

Adam “Doug” Douglas Huckaby, 80, of Matthews, NC passed away on Monday, February 24, 2025. He was born in Eunice, LA on March 29, 1944, to the late Theo Huckaby and Hilda Thibodeaux Huckaby. He is also preceded in death by a brother, James Huckaby and sisters, Yvonne Dupre, Nelda Smith, and Martha Crane.

At this time there are no service arrangements.

Doug was born and raised in Eunice, LA. He joined the United States Navy at age 18 and was proud to serve his country for four years with time deployed to Vietnam. After his time in service, he moved to Sacramento, California and worked for the Office of Economic Opportunity. He graduated from Sacramento State University in 1973. Doug and Virginia then moved to Riverside, CA where they were married on February 19, 1974. He was a lifelong educator, serving as a Teacher, Coach, Principal and Athletic Director. After retirement Doug and Virginia moved to North Carolina to spend time with their 2 grandsons who were his greatest joy.

Doug is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Virginia Kirby Huckaby, son Christopher Huckaby (Jason Colby), daughter Marnie Thomas (Nate), brothers Terry Huckaby (Tillie), Darrell Huckaby two grandchildren, Lucas Thomas and Dylan Thomas.

Online condolences may be made at www.gordonfuneralservice.com

Gordon Funeral Service and Crematory, 1904 Lancaster Ave, Monroe, NC 28112 is honored to be entrusted to care for the Huckaby Family.