Jerome Douglas

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Reverend Dr. Jerome Douglas, pastor of Liberty Hill Missionary Baptist Church in Bishopville, SC.

Pastor Douglas passed away on Thursday, August 27, 2026.

The family will receive friends from 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM at: 1351 14th Street, Hartsville, SC.

Arrangements will be announced by Davis Funeral Home, LLC of Hartsville, SC.

“I have fought a good fight. I have kept the faith. I have finished my course. Henceforth, there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord The righteousness judge shall give me at a day and not to me only but unto all them also love his appearing.” (2 Timothy 4:6-8) 

Jerome Douglas was born on November 16, 1967, in Maxton, North Carolina, to Henry “Nank” and Lizzy Douglas. On Thursday, August 27, 2026, he departed this earthly life. 

Jerome received his early education in the Robeson County school system before continuing his studies at North Carolina A&T State University and Shaw University. 

In his free time, Jerome enjoyed being outdoors, whether he was washing his car, tending to his lawn, or caring for his cats. He could often be found relaxing in his recliner while watching Gunsmoke or spending early mornings at Refuel, enjoying a cup of coffee and good conversation. 

Jerome was a devoted servant to his church and community. He was a member of Liberty Hill Missionary Baptist Church, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., Mt. Rona Lodge No. 348, Ashland Consistory No. 246, and Mt. Rona Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star No. 233. 

Jerome often spoke of the three great loves that shaped his life: God, his beloved wife, Michelle, and Liberty Hill Missionary Baptist Church, where he faithfully served as Pastor for 18 years. 

Jerome is preceded in death by: his parents: Henry & Lizzie Douglas; brothers: William, Wesley, Willie Neal, and James Douglas; and grandson, Tylen Jackson. 

Jerome leaves to cherish his loving memories: his beloved wife of 27 years, Hattie Michelle Jackson-Douglas; daughter, Carrie Bianca Jackson of Kannapolis, NC; son, Timothy Tyler (Shakera) Jackson of Florence, SC; grandchildren: Kensley E. Jackson, Heiress S. Jackson, Paisley M. Jackson, and Ava G. Jackson; sisters: Ruth Douglas, Mary Benjamin, Sarah (Joseph) Redfern, and Santria Douglas; brothers: Mack (Veloris) Douglas, Jerry (Kerrie) Douglas, Foster Douglas, Willie Lee (Bernadette) Leach, and Kim Douglas; aunts, Rosetta Barns and Doretha (Samuel) McCormick; mother-in-law, Ethel Mae Jackson of Hartsville, SC; brothers-in-law: Windell Jackson, Lindell Jackson, and Perez (Jenn) Jackson; sisters-in-law: Kimberly Author, Montrice Prescott, and Kesha Jackson; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, fraternity brothers, and brothers & sisters of The Order and Craft.