Add a Memory
1946
2026
Mr. Lindon Lewis “Dookie” Alligood, age 79, a resident of Washington, NC died Sunday January 25, 2026, at the home of his sister.
A graveside funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday January 27, 2026 at the Alligood Family Cemetery on the family farm and will be officiated by Marty Alligood.
Mr. Alligood was born in Beaufort County on February 23, 1946, son of the late Louis Carmer Alligood and the late Mary Louise Whitaker Alligood. He was a graduate of Bath High School and continued his education at East Carolina University where he earned his bachelor’s degree and teaching certificate. He was a teacher at Chocowinity Middle School and Chocowinity High School until his retirement. As well as being a teacher he helped tend the family farm raising tobacco, sweet potatoes, corn and beans. He was a member of Unity Church of Christ in Washington. Mr. Alligood enjoyed giving out bibles and maps of the Middle East during biblical times. He also enjoyed watching history movies, documentaries, and watching movies portrayed during the biblical era.
Survivors include his sister: Gloria Ann Alligood Woolard of Washington; a niece: Mary Etta Wilson Waters; a niece-in-law: Dawn Wilson; a nephew: Fredrick Lewis Wilson and his wife Ana of Virginia Beach; and numerous great nephews and great nieces. Mr. Alligood was predeceased, along with his parents by a sister: Betty Lou Alligood Wilson and her husband Fred; and a brother-in-law: Dewey Woolard.
In lieu of flowers the family kindly asks for memorial contributions be made to Blue Ridge College of Evangelism, P.O. Box 979, Wytheville, VA 24382.
Online condolences may be offered to the family by visiting www.paulfuneralhome.com
Paul Funeral Home & Crematory of Washington is honored to serve the Alligood family.
33 Entries
Howard Moore
February 2, 2026
Thank you for the memories, Mr. Alligood and thank you for being one of my teachers to teach me algebra, though I could never understand algebra and I wasn't paying attention in his classes. For that, I'm truly sorry. My thoughts, love, light and prayers are with the Alligood family. May God be with y'all during this time of bereavement.
Faye Boyd McKinley
February 1, 2026
Went to school with Lindon from first grade at Pinetown until we finished at Bath High School. He was always such a kind person. Happy to read how well liked he was from his students. Praying for his family.
Alice & Leon Wingate
January 29, 2026
So sorry to hear about Dookie’s passing. Our prayers are with the family.
Crystal Moore Stancill
January 29, 2026
Sending prayers for the family. He was a really good teacher.
Cathy Fields
January 29, 2026
Prayers for your family.
Terri Dixob
January 28, 2026
It’s amazing how a teacher can have an impact on a child’s life for a lifetime. RIP Mr Alligood. To the family you have my deepest condolences.
Dr. Terri Dixon (former student- class of ‘92)
Mike Manning
January 28, 2026
He was a great teacher that cared about us kids. He made a difference.
Tommy and Marilyn Willard Hale
January 27, 2026
Gloria, we are so heart broken for you. We have been going through lots of health problems ourselves and that is why we have not been in tough. We are praying for all of you right now. Just as soon as this weather gets better, we will come to see you!! May God wrap his loving arms around you and help you get through this!! Love you, Tommy and Marilyn
John Perry
January 27, 2026
He was my Geometry teacher. I always remember him saying to “make a mental note,” of something. RIP, Mr. Alligood.
Sue Francis
January 27, 2026
I’m so sorry to hear this
Leigh Godley
January 27, 2026
I had Mr Alligood as a teacher in Chocowinity high school. He taught algebra. A very nice man and excellent teacher. Prayers for family
Lorelei Bissette
January 27, 2026
I always liked Mr. Alligood. I remember some fun times in his class. My thought and prayers go out to the family.
Virginia Gail Carawan
January 27, 2026
So sorry to hear of (Dookie) Mr.Alligood passing. He was my math teacher for years at CHS had such a great time in his class.learning of math and joking around with him and my classmates.
Becky Woolard
January 27, 2026
I am sorry about the passing of Dookie. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family.
Chris Cutler
January 26, 2026
Fred, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your uncle. I remember "puttin in tobacco" and while it was hard work, you, him, and the whole crew made it alot of fun. Those are some of my best memories growing up. All of you have really been hit hard over the past few months and my heart is with you and all your family. Praise God that this is not the end and that he obeyed the Scriptures and the plan of Salvation. I know he is rejoicing now with Mr. Carmer and Mrs. Mary and your Momma, Daddy, and Uncle Dewey, and all those who have gone on before him. We will all be there one day. Much Love to you and the family, you all are always in my prayers and thoughts.
Connie Taylor Lewis
January 26, 2026
I taught with Lindon at Chocowinity High School. I'm sorry to hear of his passing. Prayers for peace and comfort.
Phil and Barbara Woolard
January 26, 2026
Praying for the family.
Gina Williams Rogers
January 26, 2026
So sorry to hear. I had the pleasure of working years and years for his family in the tobacco fields. I cherish every minute. We had a lot of fun, memorable times amid a lot of hard work. Work ethic created. Thank you for allowing me and my sisters to have this treasure to remember. God bless you and your family during this time.
PAUL & MELANIE COSENTINO
January 26, 2026
I am not sure where to start. You have always been just across the street. You were definitely "One of a Kind". You had so much knowledge and shared it with us as well as our boys and I want to thank you for that. Many people will miss your presence. May it help to know others will be lifting your family up in prayers during these difficult days ahead.
Jean Clark
January 25, 2026
Mr. Alligood was a true gentleman & a great teacher. Prayers for family & friends.
Tina Chandler Jordan
January 25, 2026
Sending thoughts and prayers to the family. He was my teacher @ CHS back in the day. Really enjoyed his class. He will be missed by many of his students I’m sure, but most of all his dear friends and family.
✝
Phillip Jackson
January 25, 2026
Prayers to the family for their loss
Luette Cuthrell
January 25, 2026
Lindon was my high school classmate. It was good to hear of his successful teaching career. I enjoyed seeing him occasionally in Washington.
Janet Bullock Jones
January 25, 2026
Prayer for the Alligood family. And friends. Mr.Alligood taught me Math during my years at Chocowinity
Was a good teacher that enjoyed teaching. Thank you for teaching and getting me to learn math. RIP
Naomi and Bob Nimmo
January 25, 2026
Gloria, Love and prayers.
Carol Alligood
January 25, 2026
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and all his family.
Showing 1 - 33 of 33 results
Jan
27
2:00 p.m.
Alligood Family Cemetery
5474 Slatestone Road, Washington, NC 27889
Funeral services provided by:
Paul Funeral Home of Washington900 John Small Ave., Washington, NC 27889