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Douglas Ray Heard, Sr.

10/13/1945 - 04/10/2026

Obituary For Douglas Ray Heard, Sr.

Funeral service for Douglas Heard, 80, of Camp Hill, AL, will be at 11:00 a.m., Friday, April 17, 2026, at Harris Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Camp Hill Cemetery, Camp Hill, AL 36850, Dr. Lisa Heard will officiate.

Mr. Heard, who passed away Friday, April 10, 2026 in Auburn, Alabama, was born October 13, 1945, in Tallapoosa County, Alabama.

Public viewing will be Thursday, April 16, 2026, from 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

He leaves to cherish his memory: six children, Kevin (Markita) Heard of Chesapeake, VA, Amos Heard of Dallas, TX, Zelenka (Frederick) Lewis of Atlanta, GA, Justin (Velda) Morgan of Dallas, TX, Douglas (Princess) Heard, Jr. of Ft. Lauderdale, FL and Brittany Heard of Atlanta, GA; five granddaughters, Brandi, Isabella, Avery, Jasmine and Liliana; nine grandsons, Joshua, D'Angelo, Rivers, Jaquan, Jalen, Frederick, Aiden, Justin Jr and Lucas; two sisters, Hazel Oliver of Manchester, CT and Abigiah Heard of Camp Hill, AL; three brothers, Lamorris (Estella) Heard, Dave (Genette) Heard and Larry (Clara) Heard all of Camp Hill, AL; two aunts, Sarah Ware and Natalie Finley; a special friend, Emmett Vaughn; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

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To: Brother Kevin Heard and Family: We are deeply saddened to hear about the passing of your father, Douglas Ray Heard, Sr. Please accept our heartfelt condolences during this difficult time. We pray that God's love surrounds you and your family and that His peace, which surpasses all understanding, will comfort your hearts. With deepest sympathy and prayers. May you find strength in the promise of our Lord Jesus Christ, who conquered death and gives us hope of eternal life. If there's anything we can do to support you, please don't hesitate to let us know. – Second Calvary Baptist Church Bereavement Ministry.

Second Calvary Baptist Church Bereavement Ministry

You have my heart felt sympathy. May God bless you all.

Robert Holston

Hey Deuce!! We are sorry for such a significant loss; We are praying for your peace, comfort, healing, and strength! To you and your entire family!! We Love you Family!! Bishop and Lady Lisa Jones!! F.I.E.T.T.S

Bishop James Jones

My condolences to the Heard family and sorry fir your loss. My prayers are with the family during this difficult time!! Betty Ware Christian Class of 1964 Edward Bell High School

Betty Ware Christian

Sleep in heavenly peace Sir Douglas R. Heard🕊️

SCBC Deaconess Kimberly Davis

Sorry for your loss. Prayers Up!

Petra Osborne

To all the family and freinds, In this time of sorrow, may you find comfort in knowing your loved one is at peace and forever held in God's care. Though saying goodbye is painful, you are never alone—God is with you, holding you close through every moment. "The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit." — Psalm 34:18 May his love bring you peace and strength today and always. Love, Amy Millican and family

Amy Millican and family

They say Joy comes in the morning, to the Heard family and Kevin (Markita) always remember the happy moments while you're grieving that's when the Joy will come and outway the sadness, just keep him in your hearts ❤️ Portia DeMary

Portia DeMary Trotter

My prayers are with you and your family

Jeanette Calhoun

My thoughts and prayers are with you. Love you all. Ray will be truly missed. Barbara Vines and family

Barbara Vines

My Deepest Condolences and Love to the Heard Family. Cressie Durr Gaines

Cressie D.Gaines

To the Heard Family. My heart goes out to you and your family during this time of sorrow. I pray that the pain goes away with time.

Shirley Murph Ficklin

Sorry to hear of your loss my he rest in peace family you are in our prayers🤲🤲

Abdul & Basimah Rashad

Condolences on your loss of Ray Heard. Praying for the family and may his memories bring you comfort.

Terrie and Elbert Wilder

My Condolences to the family and friends Praying for your strength in the Lord in your time of sorrow 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

Linda Wilson

My deepest condolences to the Heard Family. My God give you comfort and peace through the difficult time.

Kimberly Joned

My deepest sympathy to the Heard family in your time of sorry!!! May God keep his arms wrapped around all those that loved Ray!!

Lakeshia Farrow

My prayers and thoughts are with the family during this time and for days to come.

Debra Oliver

Sending my condolences and hugs to the entire family. We all grew up around Mr. Ray in our community. He was tough but would do anything he could to help you. He will be missed passing my house daily. He has been for the last few months. Praying that God give you al strength.

Frances Allen and family

Frances Allen

Praying for your family and friends may God comfort you in your bereavement

Marsha Harris

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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