James Russell Davis
June 29, 1938 ~ July 27, 2014
James Russell Davis, age 76, passed away on Sunday, July 27, 2014. Born in Edgecombe County on June 29, 1938, he was the son of the late Floyd Thomas Davis and Eula Morris Davis. He was also preceded in death by his sister, Betty Davis, brother, Bill Davis and nephew Bob Davis.
He is survived by his devoted wife of 52 years, Nancy Rae Taylor Davis. He also leaves behind to cherish his memory his daughters Kimberly Davis Fisher of Rocky Mount and Susan Davis New and husband Craig of Rocky Mount; son, James “Jay” Davis, Jr. and friend Angie Joyner of Rocky Mount; grandchildren, Morgan, Taylor, Lauren, Logan and Chayton; sisters, Flora Belle Brinkley and husband Billy, Shirley Flood and husband Rev. Ronnie Flood of Rocky Mount and Peggy Ethridge of Enfield, NC; brothers Bobby Davis and wife Ann, Rev. Alvin Davis and wife Jackie of Enfield, NC.
Owned and operated Automotive Parts, Tire and Service Center in Enfield for 35 years. James served in the North Carolina Army National Guard for 9 years, was a Deacon and Trustee at Tabernacle Baptist Church, was a Charter Member and former Board Member of Scotfield Country Club and was former Board Member at Enfield Academy.
The family will receive friends and relatives from 7:00pm to 9:00pm Wednesday, July 30, 2014 at Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home. A funeral service to celebrate the life of James will be held at 11:00am Thursday at the Chapel of Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home with Rev. Alvin Davis and Rev. Ronnie Flood officiating. Burial will follow at Elmwood Cemetery in Enfield.
In lieu of flowers the family is requesting memorials be made to the Tabernacle Baptist Church, 1742 Ringwood Road, Enfield, NC 27823.
Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com.
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Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services
1130 N. Winstead Ave.
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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Wednesday 7/30, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services
1130 N. Winstead Ave.
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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Thursday 7/31, 11:00 am
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Elmwood Cemetery
23 Justice Branch Road
Enfield, NC 27823
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What a beautiful tribute to a beautiful life. May God Bless the family and help them through the rough days ahead.
My sincere condolences to the family for your loss. Certainly James will be missed! During this time of sorrow, mediating on Jehovah promises in his word the Bible, about the end of death(Isa. 258), and the hope for the dead, being able to reunite with our dead loved ones by means of a resurrection(Acts 2415), gives us comfront and a hope-2 Cor. 13, 4! Please feel free to go to our website http://www.jw.org . When you are on the website go to publications, books and brochures, and search for the book What Does The Bible Really Teach and please read Chapter 7 Real Hope For Your Loved Ones Who Have Died! I’m sure the family will find this Bible based information to be truly comforting! If you have any questions, please feel free to email me at [emailprotected] May your family be comforted!
We will always remember your beautiful smile and your love for all of your family and friends. You went through your health problems but you never lost your spirit and inner joy. We all know that came from your genuine love of Jesus! You will be missed by all!
Aunt Nancy, Kim, Jay, and Susan, My heart breaks for you during this time of loss. Uncle James always made me laugh and I always smile when I think of him. I may not be there physically to comfort you but will be praying for you during the days ahead. The Davis family is ‘my’ family and I love you all. I will miss Uncle James. Love and prayers, Nancy Gail
Hi my name is Kayla and I am a local bible teacher. I am so deeply sorry for the loss of your loved one. There is a very comforting scripture at Isaiah 258. It says that soon Jehovah will swallow up death forever and that he will wipe away all of the tears. So we can all look forward to a time when death will be no more. I hope that this scripture can bring some true comfort during these difficult times.
Bud and I will treasure our happy memories of the times we spent with James. RIP my friend. We will miss you. Bud & Brenda Barnes
One of the funniest, nicest men I have ever known. What a good friend. James will be missed here, but heaven is oh so full. Tim Bartholomew
What a wonderful tribute to my Uncle James. He was a wonderful person and will be missed by many. My love and hugs go out to my Aunt Nancy and my cousins Kim, Jay and Susan. Love you all ! Bambie Taylor-Phillips
My deepest sympathy in your loss of your loved one. There is no greater pain, then that of death. The Bible, gives us comfort in our time of grief. One of the verses is John 3 16, well known, given us much hope. For God loved the world so much that he gave his one & only son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. What a grand hope for us, to be able to have eternal life with our loved ones.