Henry Edwin Davis, a cherished individual known for his kind, loving, caring, and humorous personality, left us on October 24, 2024. Born on January 6, 1925, Henry lived a long and full life filled with tremendous passion and service towards others.

After growing up the youngest of 5 children in Grays Creek and St. Pauls, NC, he was drafted into Naval Service for WWII and served in North Africa before returning to North Carolina where he attended Louisburg College and subsequently joining Life of Georgia where he enjoyed a long 36-year career retiring in 1988. In 1948, Henry met the love of his life and beloved wife, Dorothy "Dot" Baker of 76 years. Henry was known for his strong work ethic, determination, love and support for his family and community. Henry was a lifelong supporter of the Boy Scouts, avid car-buff, sports fan and swimming enthusiast. Along with his wife and family, he was a devout member of Chestnut Street Methodist Church and the Methodist Men.

In retirement, Henry enjoyed spending time with family and friends, traveling with Dot and being involved with Meals on Wheels, his church, city councils, and neighborhood watch programs.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Meta Pearl, and father, James; sisters, Jeanette Tolar, Margaret Riddle, and Elizabeth Smith; and a brother, James.

He is survived by his wife of 76 years, Dorothy Baker Davis; five children: Kenneth, Henrietta Nance (Cliff), Darryl (Cheryl), Gary (Elaine), and James; grandchildren: Jaime, Lori, Lee Ann (Kevin), Ryan, Matt (Tierney), and Callie (Carson); and 10 great-grandchildren.

Sincere thanks to a special family friend, Rose Lassiter.

The family will receive friends and loved ones prior to the service on Sunday, October 27, 2024, from 2:00-3:00 PM at Chestnut Street Methodist Church, 200 E. 8th Street in Lumberton, NC. Following the visitation, a funeral service will be held at 3:00 PM with Rev. Herbert Lowry officiating. Burial will follow at Meadowbrook Cemetery in Lumberton.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Chestnut Methodist Men, 200 E. 8th Street, Lumberton, NC 28359.