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Obituary For Leon Jackson McDougle, Jr.

Leon Jackson McDougle Jr., also known to many as “Mac” entered eternal life on December 22, 2023, at his home after a lengthy illness which began in 2011. Mac had a giant size heart, and he loved his family dearly and would do whatever it took to take care of them. He also helped and gave to many over the course of his life.

Mac was born March 2, 1943, in Ashville, North Carolina to the late Leon and Jennie McDougle Sr. He was raised in Shelby, North Carolina.

Mac was educated in the public schools in Shelby. He was multi talented, played in a band at 13, playing tenor saxophone. He received his Bachelor of Science in Health Education and his Master of Science in Health Education from North Carolina Central University, Durham, North Carolina in the sixties. Mac while attending North Carolina Central University became a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Mac also attended the University of North Carolina at Greensboro where he completed all the courses and comprehensive exam requirements for his Doctorate. He also served on many community-based commissions, committees, and boards.

Mac spent his entire career, 39 years, at Bennett College for women until his retirement in 2005.

During his tenure at Bennett College Mac served as an instructor and department chair of Health, Physical Education and Recreation. He was the coordinator of Special Projects and Grants, Division of Education and Social Studies. He also was an Associate Professor of Curriculum and Instructions. Because of Mac’s love of sports and coaching, he became the head basketball coach, head tennis coach and athletic director. Being the swim instructor, he taught many Belles to sink or swim!

He also worked as head of security during his time at Bennett.

Mac was a great swimmer and an avid golfer, who would often brag about how great he played and the many trophies he had won. He loved to tell jokes and would not tell the joke until he had everyone’s undivided attention.

Mac is survived by the love of his life for over 31 years, his wife, Dorinda Renee McDougle. His sister, Grace Chavious, sons Darrin McDougle and Zaquan Little, grandchildren, Paige McDougle & Buckley McDougle and great grandchildren Laila Daye and Cali Cooper, whom he adored.

He is also survived by his mother-in-law (Ann Ford), two sisters-in-laws, Francinea Williams and Pamela Ford, one brother-in-law James Ford (Darlene) and a host of relatives’ nieces, nephews and friends.

He had two special and devoted friends, Rev. Dr. Anthony and Jill Berry who have been on this journey with him since the beginning of his illness.

In Lieu of flowers consider making a donation to Authora Care of Greensboro or The Cone Health Cancer Center in memory of Leon “Mac” McDougle.

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Coach brought joy and humor during BC classes and some lifelong lessons that will be treasured. Praying God sends an angel of comfort to comfort his family.

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Condolences and Prayers to the family and friends of Coach McDougle. Growing up I didn't have the opportunity to learn how to swim, but learn how to under the teaching and guidance of Coach McDougle. He was a great instructor. RIP Coach! TPWilliams Bennett College '83

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Mr. McDougle was an instructor and mentor to me as a physical education major during my undergrad years at Bennett. As an aquatic specialist I did most of my work study as a lifeguard. He was a phenomenal aquatic practitioner and instructor. Rest in heavenly peace my friend. My daughter Shawn and I send our deepest condolences to Darrin and his family. 💔 Dr. Cathy Griffin Famble class of '75

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My sincere sympathy is extended to the McDougle and Ford family members. I will always remember my handsome PE Teacher at Bennett College many years ago. In more recent years, I remember a charming couple who came to vote together at Allen Middle School. What a rich educational legacy & memories he leaves behind. Blessings to his family members always, Modgie Enzlow Williams (Bennett Class of 1970)

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We're sharing our thoughts and prayers with the family. Will miss you, RIP my friend

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Renee, Darin, Quan and family we want to offer our deepest condolences and let you know you are in our thoughts and prayers. Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal. Praying peace and comfort over your lives. Don and Regenia Ambrose

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Grief can be so hard,but our special memories help us cope. Remembering your family and your loved one today and always. Our heartfelt condolences. Brenda Walker Williams Beverly E Walker Honorary Members: "The Sink or Swim Club"

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Dear Renee and the McDougle and Ford family , our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time ! May the peace of God give you comfort! 🙏 Virginia Griffin and Naaman

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Coach Mac was the best. I laughed in his class more than anything. He was a funny professor who always talked about his sons and his wife. I believe my first year at Bennett his son was only 5years and he was so proud. My condolences to the entire family as he was a light.

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Condolences to the Family, may the peace of God cover you all in this time of bereavement. 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽 CLAUDINE NOEL, Class of 03'

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To the Ford and Mcdougle family we are sending our condolences and prayers to you all. We are sorry to hear about Mac and we know this is not an easy time for the family. We pray 🙏🏾 you all remember the memories, love, for Mac. We hope you all know that he lived a great life and truly gonna miss his family too. You all are stronger than you know at this time, just keep paying thru these difficult times ahead. Much love to the family.! Irish and Joseph Carithers

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Wow wow so sorry for his passing but know He is sleeping waiting for Jesus to call him in Paradise...such a wonderful person instructor all around guy !!! He taught such great swimming tennis & spiritual growth classes..Rev 21:3,4 hold on to the memories...Lacine Lowrance Small Class-1974

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Condolences and Prayers to the family and friends of Coach McDougle. RIP GB Bennett College '75

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Our prayers and condolences go out to the family during this difficult time. I grew up in Shelby, NC and at Holly Oak Park where Leon was a lifeguard. A great guy and a friend. Also my Frat brother. Rest well my brother. John Watson

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Coach McDougle was the best gentleman our Belle's ever met from day one. Coach never changed. We respect him as he respected us. I loved his class! He was an awesome coach/mentor. At times, we played horribly but he would just say"Y'all know what you did wrong and y'all know how to fix it...you all learned this very day that I am right and y'all were wrong for not following my directions!" Coach never singled out a player but you knew what "y'all" meant. Coach was full of love, laughter, stories, and advice. Coach will be remembered always in our hearts and through our stories. Rest well Coach❣️ My deepest condolences unto his family, friends, colleagues, and my Bennett Belle Sisters. We love you Coach McDougle 🔔💙 Stacey Mitchell-Precia 92' Class

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To the McDougle Family: You are in my thoughts and prayers. As a former student of Coach McDougle, I fondly remember him as one of my professors and a friend of my family. He play golf with my father. He called everyone "cuz"; always jolly! He was always helpful and full of advice. I appreciated all of his kinds words and directions. Rest easy Coach McDougle!

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Dear Mrs. McDougle and Family, I was saddened to hear of my former colleague's passing. I met Coach McDougle shortly after I started working at Bennett College in 1998. By that time, he was serving as director of campus safety. I remember meeting him during my first few weeks as employee— after receiving a parking ticker. Fortunately for me, Coach was a firm but fair man. He squashed the ticket and simply told me not to do that again. I will remember him fondly, and thank God that our paths crossed. "And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." ~ Philippians 4:7 ML Haigler- Greensboro, NC

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