Moravian Church Member Everett Floyd “Pete” Duggins Dies at 90

Everett Floyd “Pete” Duggins, 90, of Winston-Salem, passed away on December 23, 2016. Born on December 4, 1926, to Erie Forrest and Dula Gann Duggins, Pete was a lifelong member of the Advent Moravian Church. He served as a trustee, coffee carrier, and member of the Good Samaritan Fund committee, reflecting his commitment to the community and its needs.

Pete worked for Southern Bell Telephone Company for 33 years, demonstrating a dedication to his profession. He graduated from Griffith High School in 1944 and joined the United States Navy at age 17 during World War II. His service to his country was a testament to his sense of duty and patriotism.

He married Virginia Faye Duggins on February 14, 1948, in the parsonage of Macedonia Moravian Church, where the Reverend Jonas George Bruner officiated. The couple had two daughters, Jeanette Marie Duggins Byerly and Jacalyne Elaine Duggins Casper, and together they raised a family that included grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Pete was preceded in death by his son-in-law, Edward Paul Casper. He is survived by his sister, Ruth Duggins Smith, and several nieces and nephews. His family and friends remember him as a loving father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, deeply cherished for his kindness and presence.

The funeral service for Pete will be held at Advent Moravian Church on December 28, 2016, at 2:00 p.m., with the Rev. Dr. Tim Sapp officiating. Burial will follow in the church graveyard, and family visitation will take place in the Fellowship Center. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Advent Moravian Church or a charity of the donor’s choice.

Pete’s life exemplified a steadfast faith and a deep love for his family and community. His legacy continues through the generations he touched and the values he upheld.

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