OBITUARY
Bobby Coy Davis
July 30, 1927 – January 26, 2014
Bobby C. Davis, 86, passed away on January 26, 2014. Born on July 30, 1927 in Clayton; he was the son of the late Cornelius Jackson Davis and Verna Stephenson Davis and husband of the late Lida C. Davis in 1947.
Bobby served in the US Navy on the USS Hammond during WWII. He then attended Louisburg College and East Carolina University. He was a member of Crabtree Valley Baptist Church, was an avid golfer, and worked for Superior Stone Company/ Martin Marietta Materials for 40 years.
He is survived by his sister, Phyllis Brown of Greensboro; nephews, Scott A. Brown and wife Sherry, Peter A. Brown and wife Yvonne, Jason A. Brown and wife Julie, Matthew A. Brown and wife Amy, John Byrd, Stephen Byrd, and Billy Byrd; and niece, Cindy Boyd and husband Earl. He was predeceased by his loving wife of 59 years, Lida, and his brother, Walter H. Davis.
A funeral services will be held on February 1, 2013 at 1pm at Mitchell Funeral Home, 7209 Glenwood Ave, Raleigh, NC. A visitation will be held one hour prior. Burial will take place at Raleigh Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice of Wake County, 250 Hospice Circle, Raleigh, NC.
Condolences may be made at www.mitchellatrmp.com.
Services
- Visitation Saturday, February 1, 2014
- Funeral Service Saturday, February 1, 2014
REMEMBERING
Bobby Coy Davis
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RECEIVE UPDATESFebruary 1, 2014
My sincere condolences to the family. It is a blessing Bobby lived a long life while others may never see his age. May God provide you with comfort to cope during this time of your life.
Matthew Brown
February 1, 2014
Today we celebrate the life and homecoming of a very influential man in most all of our lives. Uncle Bobby was a humble man, slow to speak, and a great Christian example of how we should conduct ourselves here on this earth. I won't forget his gentleness and Love. I am certain he is in Glory with Lida and the rest of his Family. Thank you Lord for the strong Christian example of Bobby C. Davis. I Love you Uncle Bobby.
Sue Guerrant
January 31, 2014
I had the opportunity to know Bobby and Lida through alumni work at Louisburg College and cherish those memories of the 1947, 1948, and 1949 joint class reunions. What great people; just like family. Bobby was a gracious, Southern gentleman who loved LC, and I am blessed by knowing him (and Lida) in this special way. What a rich and full life, truly to be celebrated by those of us who found him to be an inspiration!
Sue Guerrant, former Alumni Director, Louisburg College (1987-1999)
Gayle Davis
January 31, 2014
Uncle Bobby always treated our family with love and kindness. His gentle voice and sweet smile always made our family events so special. He will be greatly missed by my children and me. We love you Uncle Bobby.
billy byrd
January 30, 2014
Bob and lida never had children of their own,they treated me,my brothers,and cindy,as if we were their children.a big exciting time in the summers were us taking our turn to go and spend a week with bob and lida.he never missed any of our activities,school,sports vacations.I will always have fond memories of the trout fishing trips every year to the mountains with my dad,bobby,and my other uncle j.b. bob davis was one of the finest men I have ever known! I shall miss him dearly!
John R. Byrd Sr.
January 30, 2014
Bobby was more than an Uncle. He and Lida were like another set of parents during my growing up years. Family gatherings were always special times because of them and the rest of our herd. Bobby was a man of great faith and character and a little bit nieve which made him so endearing to us all. I know you are finally happy again with your beloved Lida. You will be missed!!!!!
Stephen Byrd
January 30, 2014
My uncle was a great man with a caring heart. He and LIda Mae were like second parents to me while growing up and in my adult life.I will always cherish the memories of all the special times we had. I am sure he is happy now reunited with LIda. I love them so much.He will be missed as Lida is but never forgotten.
Cindy Couch Boyd
January 30, 2014
What a wonderful, kind and gentle man. He is with his beloved Lida, which he has longed for since her passing. Wonderful childhood memories of holidays with him.
January 30, 2014
Bob was one of the nicest, kindest and most geniune men I have known. Every time you saw him he was always the same man. Every time I saw Bob he always asked how our daughters, Ellen & Jennifer were doing. Bob showed his concern for other people. Bob and Lida were a wonderful couple. They certainly set a great example for other people to follow. My husband, Brooks Johnson worked with Bob over 40 years. Our thoughts and prayers are with Bob's family. We have many fond memories.
Alice Johnson (Youngsville, NC)
Peter Brown
January 30, 2014
An incredible example of stability, love & peace. Uncle Bobby was always interested in every aspect of your life. It's an honor to know you are my uncle. We will always remember you. Rest in peace Uncle Bobby I love you.
Jason Brown
January 30, 2014
You could not conjure a finer example of how a man should live his life. Loyal loving husband to Lyda to the end. Cheerful in all the weathers of life.Devoted to family and friends.I'm fortunate to have had him as my uncle.Rest in peace uncle Bobby your memory will always be alive in the family that loved you.
Traci Byrd Carter
January 30, 2014
Bobby was always so sweet and kind. I will always remember my weekends spent with him and Lida as well as family vacations and holidays at their house. Glad they are now reunited with each other and better off than they ever were here on earth. We'll miss you Uncle Bob!
Brenda Blake
January 30, 2014
Bobby was a sweet and kind person. I have know him for many years and cherish the special memories I have with him and Lida. I know they are rejoicing together.
Scott Brown
January 30, 2014
My Uncle was a good, honest, well respected man. He was gentle in nature and so kind. I am so thankful for the role model he was to me and my brothers. I am proud to call him my Uncle. RIP Uncle Bobby! I love you.
Libbie McCutcheon
January 29, 2014
What a kind and gentle man Bobby was! My mom thought so much of him and Lida. I'm glad we were able to visit with him for a while prior to my mom's passing.