Douglas Eugene "Doug" Bettencourt, Jr.

Douglas Eugene "Doug" Bettencourt, Jr., 55, of Newbern, Tennessee, died on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, at West Tennessee Healthcare-Dyersburg Hospital in Dyersburg, Tennessee.

Born Wednesday, March 25, 1970, in Chicago, Illinois, he was the son of the late Douglas Eugene Bettencourt, Sr. and the late Patricia Diane Gray Bettencourt.

He was a loving husband who treasured his family and took great pride in his children and grandchildren, who brought him endless joy. He especially cherished time spent with his grandchildren, creating memories that will be held close forever.

Doug was a dedicated and hardworking machinist. He was employed with Bennett’s Tool and Die for the past ten years, and prior to that worked for Eaton for thirteen years. He was known for his skill, dependability, and pride in his work.

Doug enjoyed life’s simple pleasures. He loved cooking, especially firing up his Pit Boss to prepare meals for family and friends. He found joy in riding four-wheelers and spending time outdoors. A devoted sports fan, he was a huge supporter of the Alabama Crimson Tide, cheering them on every Saturday.

He was incredibly proud of his sons and their service with the Dyer County Fire Department, often sharing how honored he was of their dedication and commitment to helping others.

To honor Doug's passion for Public Safety, in lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be made to "Firefighter's Fund" at Simmons Bank in memory of Doug Bettencourt.

A Celebration of Life Service for Mr. Bettencourt will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, January 31, 2026, at RoEllen Baptist Church. Officiating this service will be Bro. Kevin Sellers. He leaves to cherish his memory, his wife, Cynthia DeYoung Bettencourt of Newbern, Tennessee; five sons, David Bettencourt of Newbern, Tennessee, Tommy Swafford of Beecher, Illinois, Michael Swafford (Jenny) of Newbern, Tennessee. Samuel Swafford (Brittney) of Sandwich, Illinois and Dylan Swafford of Monee, Illinois; two sisters, Rebecca Wilson of Newbern, Tennessee and Amanda Bettencourt (Jay)of Nashville, Tennessee; he was "Paw" to his three grandchildren, Evelyn Swafford, Addison Swafford and Konner Duncan; two nephews, Brad Connelly (Katherine) of Lexington, Tennessee and Benjamin Connelly (Tamara) of Ashland, Kentucky; great nephews, Landon, Hunter and Connor and great nieces, Ryleigh and Deklan.

Online condolences may be made to the family at johnson-williamsfuneralhome.com. Johnson-Williams Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Douglas Eugene "Doug" Bettencourt, Jr.

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