The Old Campbellian Society is saddened to announce the passing of Douglas Eakins OC 3092, formerly of Dobbin's House, who passed away on October 16, 2026 aged 91.

Douglas Eakins was born in Belfast in 1934 and educated at Campbell College before studying medicine at Queen's University Belfast, where he qualified with honours in 1958.

He undertook his early medical training in junior doctor posts in Belfast before moving into pathology in 1960. He obtained the Fellowship of the Royal College of Pathologists (FRCPath) in 1966. In 1968 he was appointed Consultant Histopathologist in Kings Lynn ,Norfolk .He remained in the post until his retirement in 1996.

Douglas was deeply committed to his work and earned the respect of his colleagues through his dedication and professionalism.

Following his retirement, Douglas enjoyed many happy years, initially in Norfolk and later in Edinburgh. Away from medicine, he maintained a lifelong interest in sport and the outdoors, particularly tennis, golf, and sailing. These pursuits provided a welcome balance to his professional life and continued to give him pleasure in retirement.

Douglas died of old age on 26 October 2026. He is survived by his wife, Barbara, their three children, seven grandchildren, and seven great-grandchildren.

Ne Obliviscaris