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Doug Ward, the charismatic salesman and beloved grandfather who could sell ice in Alaska, passed away at 84 after a year-long battle with illness. A lifelong North Carolinian and proud business owner, Doug lived life big—traveling to Key West and Vegas, mastering golf and cards, cheering on Carolina basketball, and lighting up every room with his humor and generosity. His proudest moment? Watching his grandson William “Ward” Tam chase his dreams. A celebration of his life will be held September 19 at 1 PM at the Elks Lodge in Wilmington.

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