Diamond Gore

Goldsboro - Retired Sergeant First Class Diamond Gore, age 86, passed away peacefully on October 19, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of service, entrepreneurship, dedication to family and community. He was born to the late William and Maggie McGowan Gore on October 26, 1938, in Kenansville, North Carolina.

After attending Wayne County Public Schools, Mr. Gore went on to serve his country with honor in the United States Army. His military career was marked by distinction and courage, earning him numerous awards including the National Defense Service Medal, Drill Sergeant Badge, Vietnam Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal, Air Medal, Bronze Star Medal, Meritorious Service Medal 1st Class, Good Conduct Medal (6 awards), and the USA Gold Recruiter Badge.   His drag racing Go Army 1968 Camaro turned heads. This car and Diamond’s absolute military pride inspired many young people to enlist in the army.

Outside of work, he was known for his love of the outdoors and all things mechanical. He took great pride in maintaining his lawn and John Deere tractor. He spent countless hours rebuilding
motors, restoring antique and vintage cars, drag racing, and enjoying college basketball as well as NFL football.  

Diamond was preceded in death by his parents, his first wife Shirley Hawkins Gore; his beloved son Kyle Gore; his brothers William and Dan Gore; sisters Mary Elizabeth Peele and Ruby
Kornegay.

He is survived by his devoted wife, Sherlene Gore; his loving daughter, Teri Rouse and a cherished granddaughter, Erika Rouse. He also leaves behind his sister, Ezzie Davis (Charles),
sisters-in-law; Theresa Brown, Wake Forest; Judy Warfield (Jerry), Columbia, MD; Angel Cradle (Marvin), Washington, DC; Elinda Fuller (Durham); Helen Gore (Northport, AL); one aunt,
Ophelia McGowan; a very special nephew, Jodie Peele, a special cousin, Ethel Peterson, one
God son, Wade Durham III and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and lifelong friends who will
remember him fondly.

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