Doris Juanita Davis Obituary in Gastonia at Costner Funeral Home

Obituary For Doris Juanita Davis

Mrs. Doris Davis Davis, the only child of the late Clyde Eugene and Martha Bailey Davis, embraced life on March 29, 1936 in Gastonia, North Carolina. On Friday, December 24, 2021, God dispatched an angel to descend from Heaven to bring His child Doris home.

At an early age, Doris accepted Christ as her Lord and Savior, and she served Him throughout her lifetime. She was a charter member of the Emmanuel Missionary Baptist Church where she faithfully served as the President of the Combined Choir for many years, and she was known for her beautiful singing voice. Doris also worked in various church auxiliaries, which included the Missionary Department, Kitchen Committee, Pastor’s Aide, Sunday School, Decorating Committee, and Vacation Bible School to name a few.

Doris was a 1954 graduate of Highland High School, Gastonia, North Carolina. She received an Associate’s Degree from Friendship Junior College in Rock Hill, South Carolina, and she also attended Johnson C. Smith University in Charlotte, North Carolina. She began her formal education in the Gaston County School System and was employed by Gaston County Schools for over thirty years as a Teacher Assistant. She was instrumental in educating hundreds of students. Doris loved teaching so much that she retired and then went back to work, retiring a second time in 2013.

Doris loved helping people and welcoming them into her home. She fed anyone who visited her home, and people frequently came back because Doris was an excellent cook. In fact, her greens, roast, and lemon meringue pies were unsurpassed. Doris wanted her family and friends to know that she was a child of God who loved everyone. Her wish was to let her family and friends also know that she did not fear death itself, because it was not the end, but a new beginning for her.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her son, Vincent Trammell Davis, and her great-granddaughter, Kaydence Trammell Meeks.

She leaves behind to cherish and love six children, Marlene Davis, Deborah Davis, and Phyllis Davis-Brown all of Gastonia, NC, Rosalind Davis (Kim) of Dallas, NC, Jada Fewell (Tony) of Gastonia, NC and Tommie Davis of Stanley, NC; nine grandchildren, and eight great-grandchildren; daughter-cousin, Franda Cooke, and sister-cousin, Gloria Peters; lifelong friends, Alberta Aldridge, Ruby Friday, Gloria Love, and Ree Mattie White; her loving and faithful puppy, Zachariah; a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral Arrangements Are As Follow:

PLACE: Emmanuel Baptist Church, 913 North Highland Street, Gastonia, N.C. 28052

DATE: January 4, 2022

BURIAL: Rose Hill Cemetery, 1219 North Morris Street, Gastonia, N.C. 28052

PUBLIC VIEWING: At the funeral home on Monday 1/3/22 from 3:00 until 8:00 P.M.

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I just learned of Doris's homegoing from Rosalind and Kim in the grocery store this evening. Doris was a wonderful co-worker at both Gastonia Central School and Sherwood Elementary. She was such a kind, helpful, talented, and creative person, a pleasure to work with. She was a good friend whom I loved and respected. My condolences to all the family, as I know you all miss her. Sincerely, Stephania Morgan

A community Mother whom everyone loved and adored, Ma Doris was a beautiful soul! She mothered anyone who needed guidance and a Word from the Lord. Her infectious laugh brought joy and happiness to those she knew and loved! She adored her children and was always a pillar of strength and encouragement for them. Mama Doris, you will always be remembered and cherished for being a rock of the Highland Community! Until we meet again! Arlisa and The Crank Family🙏🏾

My prayers and condolences to the Davis family in the loss of your dear love one. I pray God will give strength and love.
Linda Barber Dawkins

My prayers go out to the Davis family. May God give you strength and peace during this difficult time. Pamela Mitchell

Your dear mother was obviously a beautiful person physically but it sounds like she was even more beautiful on the inside! What a wonderful tribute and example of God's love! Please accept my deepest sympathies for your loss, I know you will miss her very much. Rejoice that she is now in the presence of our Lord and Savior and you will meet again. Sincerely, Becky Smykowski

To the loving family our prayers are with you at this time may the God of all comfort comfort you always love Donald and Lora Darby

Davis Family, may your memories live forever within your hearts and bring comfort, peace, joy and laughter. May God bless you all in the days to come. Lisa Michelle Simpson