James McDougald

Mr. James Eddie McDougald, age 78 fondly known as "McDougald," son of the late Eddie and Thelma Southern was born in Anson County, NC on March 8, 1947. He was educated by the Anson County School System. He moved to High Point, North Carolina in 1966, where he built a life grounded in love, music and faith. He rededicated his life to Christ on Tuesday, April 29th, 2025. He peacefully transitioned on May 5th, 2025, from this earthly home to his heavenly home.

James was a loving man, full of light and joy, whose fun spirit and kind heart left a lasting impression on everyone he met. He cherished his family and friends deeply, always finding time to share a laugh, lend a hand, or lift others with his warm smile. Most importantly, James's life was a reflection of his deep love for God which guided his every step.

In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his brother, Wilson Southern, sister, Vivian Southern, two sisters-in-law and one brother-in-law, Vensella Poole, Douglas Quick and Edna Quick, mother and father-in-law, Elizabeth Poole and Ralph Poole, three nephews, Torey Poole, Marvin Poole and Greg Dixon.

He leaves to cherish his memory his devoted wife of 53 years, Linda McDougald; his children, Gwendolyn "Darlene" Poole of Thomasville, NC, Rodney (Brittany) Poole, Tonya McDougald-Taylor, Jermaine McDougald, Tony (Shemica) Pate all of High Point, NC and James Ford of Maryland; his siblings, Tonya (Kenneth) Tate of Winston-Salem, NC, Barry Southern of Bronx, NY, Sherri Jones (Mark) of California, Gerald "Jerry" Southern, Darryl Southern of Winston-Salem, NC, Lisa Southern of Georgia, One sister-in-law, six brothers-in-law, twenty grandchildren, two of which he raised as his own, Juanterius "Bubba" Poole of High Point, NC and Corey McDougald of Boston, MA, forty great grandchildren and a very special cousin, Shirley McDougald of Maxton, NC, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, two best friends, Dexter Hayes of High Point, NC and Frank Sowells of Charlotte, NC and a very special and helpful friend, Alfred "Snake" McMillan of High Point, NC and family who will carry his memory and legacy forward with love.

In Loving Memory of My Wonderful Husband

"Of all the special gifts in life however great or small, to have you as my husband was the greatest gift of all. May the winds of love blow and whisper in your ear "I love and miss you and wish that you were here" Deep in my heart, your life is kept to love and cherish, not forgotten. No more tomorrows we can share but yesterdays are always there. A silent thought, a secret tear keeps your memory near in my heart forever. - Your Wife Linda

Love Grandaddy

"The day that God called your name, it broke our hearts in two. But Heaven needed an angel, and the one he picked was you. We just wish he could have waited and let you stay with us. But you have left memories in our hearts and that's where they'll always be. We just wish we could rewind the clock or make it turn real slow, we could have hugged you one more time before you go. No matter how much time will pass, we'll miss you every day. Keep shining bright in Heaven so you can light our way."