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Tom Douros Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jul. 23, 2013.

Tom S. Douros (Athanasios), 86, went to be with the Lord on July 20, 2013 peacefully at home. Tom was a native of Norfolk and was born on July 12, 1927. He was a graduate of Maury High School (class of 1946), The Ewell Conservatory of Music (in 1949), and Bob Jones University (class of 1955). He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Alice; his 7 children, Bob, Cindy Jarvis, Jim, Tim, Mary Musaus, Melody Black, and Tommy; 16 grandchildren; and several great grandchildren. His first born, Steve, was a Norfolk Police Officer, killed in the line of duty in 1980.

Tom founded the Community Church of Norfolk in 1958 and continued as pastor until health issues force him to retire in 2012. He was an accomplished musician, composer and known for his "Twin Towers" and "Seven Trumpets of Revelation" concertos and other sacred compositions. He also loved gardening and sharing his peaches and figs from his trees with everyone.
He had a love for people beyond compare and was known for his steadfast faith in God and sharing it with others.
Tom Douros was a teacher, pianist, and pastor, who was loved and admired by many.

The family will be having a visitation on Wednesday, July 24th from 6 to 8pm at Smith & Williams Funeral Home in Norfolk on Norview Ave. The funeral will be held Thursday, July 25th at 2:00 pm at the funeral home, followed by a graveside service at Forest Lawn Cemetery and reception at Community Church of Norfolk. You may offer condolences to the family at www.smithandwilliamsnorfolk.com.

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August 2, 2023

Friend

Douglas Smith

A Very Good Human Being... I am better having know him..

July 13, 2022

Family

Angela vogel

We think of you everyday Papou. Miss you so much!
Love, your granddaughter

April 15, 2021

Student

William Trew Merrick

While serving in the Navy, back in 2004/05, I met Tom and his wife Alice while attending church services with my girlfriend at the time. While I was not a Christian, I did enjoy the services.

In September of 2017, I began converting to Christianity after opening my mind and having a spiritual experience that I could not deny.

Recently, I was sorting through some old "keepsakes" and found a Christmas card from Tom & Alice Douros among my "Navy-era" stuff.

So I wanted to reach out to let him, let them both, know that the seed they planted had grown. It may have taken nearly two decades, but it is now about to bear fruit. I'll be baptized in just over two weeks.

Thank you Pastor Tom, may your memory be eternal.

July 20, 2018

Grandchild

Angie Jarvis

I think about you daily and Im so thankful for all the memories we have made. Everytime I see the sun rays shining thru the clouds, I think of you because that day we were looking at the clouds together, and you said those clouds always reminded you of the Lords Love shining down on us.... Well now everytime I look at the sun rays shining thru the clouds, I think of YOUR love you have for all of us, and it makes me think that its your way of saying, Hello My Little Doling while you do your famous wave. Hehe
Love and miss you always.
Love your granddaughter, Angie

June 8, 2018

Miss u Papou

July 21, 2017

Grandchild

Angie Jarvis

Love and miss you Grandpa!

January 14, 2014

Pamela Newton

I was one of his stdents in 1961. He was a sweet godluy man. He walked around telling about Jesus.

July 27, 2013

Angela Jarvis (granddaughter)

"...be thou faithful unto death, and I will give thee a crown of life."
(Revelation 2: 10)

This reminds me exactly of Papou. I am so thankful for all the years we had with him, to listen to his jokes and to spend quality time with him when Gabriel and I visited and enjoyed Sunday lunch together.

You will always be loved and your legacy will live on.

Posted by Angela Jarvis (granddaughter)

July 27, 2013

My thoughts goes out to the Douros Family.He was such a caring man, he married my husband and I in 1981.

July 27, 2013

Rochelle (Davis) Gomez

I was a classmate of Tommy Douros at Bethany Christian School. I wish to offer my condolences to him and his family.

July 26, 2013

J. Walter Sterling

I attended Bethany Christian School, from 1977 to 1983, 2nd to 7th grade, as a classmate of Tommy Douros. I lived with my grandparents, Walter and Irene Sterling, who were not churchgoers, and I was welcomed into Pastor Douros' church which I attended for some of those years. The Douros home was one I spent many hours at -- or near, as we were usually riding our bikes, or playing ball. He was a wonderful pastor and family man, full of the faith whose seeds he planted for so many years. I love the film "the apostle", and when they have the exchange -- "What you see is what we got -- what we got, the Lord sent" -- I think of Pastor Douros and his "little church in the wildwood." I am sorry I did not keep in touch with Tommy and the family, after moving away in 1984. I visited the church once, to a warm embrace from Pastor Douros, in 1993 when I graduated from college. I have nothing but fond memories of him and of my old childhood friend Tommy. God bless Pastor Douros and his family. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

July 25, 2013

Deirdre Lamb

I didnt' know him very long, but in the short time I did he seemed such a kind man with a love for God that seemed to shine through him. My sincere condolences to his family. May the Lord help you through this trying time.

July 24, 2013

Cecil Burt Duren

My deepest condolences to the entire Douros family. Although it has been nearly twenty years since I last spoke with Pastor Douros, I carry very fond memories of growing up under his preaching at Community Church and many happy hours shared with the entire family. May God's peace be with you all.

July 24, 2013

Michael Deeley

He is an amazing person. His drive for the the Lord was unshakable. I am proud to say he was my family's pastor for 30 years. We will always remember him for the strong Christian leader he was. He was always positive and his faith never faltered. His passion was admirable to say the least. I am glad that the Lord brought him into our lives, He was called home after an amazing time here. He touched our lives. Thank you pastor Tom Douros. We are sad to see you go, but we will all be reunited in the kingdom of our Lord...

July 24, 2013

Elizabeth Hubbard

He was a great pastor! He was well knowed ! I will really miss him !

July 24, 2013

Carolyne Johnson

My thoughts and prayers are with the Douros family during this difficult time of loss. Tom was a remarkable man, a loving husband and father, who's love for music and service to the Lord touched the lives of many. Sincere condolences to his family and to those who loved him so.

July 24, 2013

Allison Glover

The Glover Family wishes you all peace during this most difficult of times.
I loved to see Mr. Douros' car coming down the street since he would never pass you by without stopping, winding down the window and saying "God bless you".
My brother, Glen and I attended Bethany Christian School with Melody & Tommy, so he was a fixture at basketball games, etc. Such JOY he carried, always smiling!
Can't help but think that the world is just a bit dimmer now with him not in it. :'( RIP!
Mrs. Douros, you will be heavy in my thoughts and prayers. You will be together again. Take comfort in that.

July 24, 2013

BILL ROZEWSKI

UNUSUAL MAN WHO WAS ALWAYS HAPPY, MET HIM IN 1978 AND ALWAYS HAD RESPECT AND ADMIRATION FOR HIM. LIVED ACROSS THE STREET FROM THE CHURCH

July 24, 2013

Sherri Coward

Sweet picture! As if he's waving "so long!" to those of us he trusts will be joining him. Such a precious man of God. Small in statue, but GIANT of a godly man! He will be missed as he has of late around the hood. His suffering is over - as we should all rejoice. May the family find the comfort and peace afforded them thru their maker! ?

July 24, 2013

Lillie Halfhill

Pastor Douros was my pastor when I lived in Norfolk. I have never met a godlier man. I loved him dearly. May God bless and comfort his family.

July 24, 2013

Keith, Shellie, Kaleb,Shaneice,Jasmine,Yasmine, Isaiah

Pastor Douros was an amazing man of God. It saddens me that he is gone, but I'm rejoicing because he is finally home with our Father. Words cannot express how much this man and the CCN meant to my family and me. Pastor Douros will be truly missed. Heaven has gained an angel. Now see if they serve banana pudding up there!

July 24, 2013

Janice Wilson

Pastor was a warm heart with a good soul and will be greatly missed..

July 24, 2013

He may have been small in body, but he was certainly a GIANT of a Godly man!!!! I could never hear of his name w/o smiling. He was precious. A true Saint. What a fitting picture of him! I see him waving "so long" to those of us who will follow! May his family receive the peace and comfort provided them! ?
It was always so heartwarming to see him walking the streets knowing full-well his message and his heart!

July 23, 2013

denise dawson

May god be with the family at this time he was a wonderful person an i can remember When i was growin up he would stop us on the street an pray for us always take time with us

July 23, 2013

Donald & Tarsha Kimbler

Pastor Douros was a very God-loving man who possessed an overwhelming peace and calm within his spirit that was apparent whenever you stood in his presence. I will never forget his smiling faces and his gracious heart. May God continue to bless and be with Mrs. Alice and the rest of the family.

July 23, 2013

Elizabeth Hubbard

July 23, 2013

Pamela Prentiss-Harrison

Pastor Douros was one of the sweetest, talented & funniest men I have known. I have many fond memories of him from my childhood. I will be praying for comfort for the family but know that he is with the God he loved more than life itself.

July 23, 2013

Buddy Holland

Doubt anyone remembers me but I met Mr.Douros back in the late 60s when he and his family moved on the corner of Spruce.St. He changed my life and helped me to give my life to Jesus. My life is different because he cared enough to take time to listen to a kid.
Thank you for being there for me.

July 23, 2013

karen

May God bless your family during this sad time he was a wonderful man who sat with my family talking to us every summer

July 23, 2013

Faith Blanford

Pastor Douros has been my beloved Pastor for the past 12 years @ Communtity Church of Norfolk. He has been the rock of our church & his people loved him dearly. I will truly miss his compassion, love & conversations. To his family, Pastor was man of God & lived by his belief & love of our Lord & Savior, JESUS CHRIST! Love & prayers to you all! Pastor is now home!!

July 23, 2013

Donald Self

I first met Tom in 1979 or 1980. He was a great man of God.

July 23, 2013

Gabriel Vogel

Although I have only known Tom for about 3 years, it is apparent that he loved serving the Lord & putting Eternal concerns above Earthly matters.

In Ephesians it says, "By love, serve one another." Tom was the epitome of that & I have been honored to know him & to be part of his family.

One thing Tom & I had in common & shared is our enjoyment in analyzing the subject of History. And for all those Sunday lunch discussions, I will forever be grateful for those lasting memories & learning experiences.

July 23, 2013

Sandy Douros

It was always a pleasure to have Mr. Douros visit He would enjoy a glass of ice tea and speak the wondeful word of god. Mr. Douros certainly left some fond memories behind, and many of us learned a lot from him. We are all very sad to see Mr. Douros Pass, Jonathan is deeply upset to hear the bad news of his grandfather passing. We all need to check in on Alice from time to time.

July 23, 2013

Pam & Don Self

So sorry to hear of Tom's passing.Be comforted by knowing that this kind and gentle man is rejoicing with his Savior.

July 23, 2013

Dawn Hermann

Mr. Douros was not only a pastor, composer, and teacher. He was also a true man of God. He was a very warm, caring, genuine, loving person. He loved and welcomed you to this church, regardless of race, or religious background. He also brought my parents to the Lord, many years ago. I loved him like a 2nd father. I had the wonderful opportunity to grow up with his children, and spend time getting to know him as well. I will truly miss this wonderful, and caring true warrior of Christ. Working for the Lord was truly his first love. I look forward to seeing him again one day.

July 23, 2013

Bill & Betty Oberdorf

Tom was a man who was both passionate in his love for Jesus and for those whom he loved and faithfully served during his earthly pilgrimage. He was a devoted husband to his wife, Alice and a loving "Dad" to their children and grandchildren of whom he was so proud. His race is run and he has finished his course, now he rests in the presence of his dearly Beloved. Rest in peace, dear friend...R.I.P. We are thankful and count ourselves blessed that the Lord allowed him to be an important part of our early Christian life

July 23, 2013

Douglas Smith

Incredible human being..I became a better musician and person having known him..Sincere prayers for his family

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