Douglas Albert Ingram
With deep love, we announce the passing of Douglas Albert Ingram on November 7, 2026, at the age of 78. He was born in Bassett, Va., on July 1, 1948, to the late Annie Ingram and James Hurford Ingram. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, Matthew Ingram; grandson, Austin Ingram; his siblings, Jimbo Ingram, Bob Ingram, and Joann Ingram; his nieces, Nancy Jefferson, Debbie Haram; and his nephews, David Shively, Jr., and Sammy Shively.
Before his retirement, Doug worked as a SCSEP Program Coordinator with Workforce Development, assisting seniors with employment. He worked many years in the footwear industry managing shoe stores, selling shoes, and expertly fitting babies for their first pair of shoes. He also worked for many years for Leggett Department Stores as a Department Divisional and Assistant Store Manager.
Doug is survived by his loving and devoted wife of over 35 years, Kathy Trout; his son, Tommy Ingram; grandchildren: Jacob Ingram, Hailey Simpkins, Mattie Ingram, Riley Ingram, Eve Cox, and Brandon Cox; great-grandchildren, Kiley Simpkins and Mavryck Simpkins; as well as nieces: Liz Shively, Sherry Fulton, Patty Turner, and Adrian Ingram; and nephews Dave Ingram, and josh Ingram. Also left to cherish his memory are numerous great- nieces and nephews; extended family, and a large circle of close friends.
Doug will be remembered for his humor, generosity, and his dedication to family and friends. He loved telling a good joke, a great story, and above all- loved his grandchildren with all his heart.
A funeral service will be held at 1:00 P.M. on Friday, November 13, 2026, at the Bassett Funeral Service Chapel, with Pastor Hal Sonafrank presiding. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service. Burial will follow at Mt. Hermon Church of the Brethren Cemetery.
Family and friends are welcome to send flowers, leave condolences at www.bassettFunerslService.com, or donations of their choosing in Doug’s memory. Bassett Funeral Service is honored to be serving the Ingram family.
