Rocky Mount –

Emmanuel "Nelson" Dugan, Jr., age 84, went Home to be with his Lord and Savior Thursday, April 11, 2024, surrounded by his devoted children. His journey began in Charleston, South Carolina as a son born to Emmanuel and Gertrude Cole Dugan. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved wife of fifty-eight years, Judith "Judy" Dugan.

He leaves a lifetime of memories for his daughter, Melanie Dugan Strickland and husband, Keith of Rocky Mount; son, Mark Dugan, also of Rocky Mount; grandchildren, Jessica Strickland Hannah Strickland, both of Rocky Mount, Sarah Dugan and Brandee Dugan Kruse and husband, Branden of Wisconsin; great-granddaughter, Wrenlee Kruse; sister-in-law, Carolyn West of Florida and brother-in-law, Reed Anderson of Virginia. Nelson will also be missed by his Englewood Baptist Church family.

Nelson was a proud veteran, having served honorably in the United States Air Force for four years. Following his service, he worked as an electronic engineer with both IBM and Kodak until his retirement.  He was also a devoted Christian and long-time member of Englewood Baptist Church where he served as a deacon and often helped in other capacities when he was able. He had a true servant's heart that was further exemplified by his fourteen years of service with the Stoney Creek Fire and Rescue team. A beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend, Nelson will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him.

A memorial service will be held on Friday, April 26, 2024 at 7:00pm at Englewood Baptist Church, 1350 S Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27803. The family will receive friends prior to the service beginning at 6:00pm.