Douglas Leroy Puckett

Douglas L. Puckett, 80, of Salem, passed away Saturday, December 2, 2017. A native and lifelong resident, Doug retired as a corrections officer from the Botetourt Corrections Center following many years of service. He enjoyed planting flowers, sports cars; the comradery at Happys Flea Market and was an avid Dallas Cowboys fan. He is survived by his loving wife, Deborah Rakes Puckett; daughter, Kristen Puckett, and grandson Zamari Gibson. Doug is also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, in-laws and other extended family members. Funeral services will be held at 2PM, Wednesday, December 6, 2017 at the Chapel of John M. Oakey & Son, Salem. The Rev. Eddie Strickland will officiate. Burial will follow at Sherwood Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 PM, Tuesday at the funeral home. An online guest book is available for family and friends by visiting www.johnmoakey.com.First Visitation

Tuesday, December 5th, 2017 6:00pm - 8:00pm,

John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home

305 Roanoke Boulevard Salem, Virginia 24153

Service Information

Wednesday, December 6th, 2017 2:00pm,

John M. Oakey & Son Chapel

305 Roanoke Boulevard Salem, Virginia 24153

Interment Location

Wednesday, December 6th, 2017,

Sherwood Memorial Park

1250 East Main Street Salem, Virginia 24153