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Wenda Davido Obituary
Mrs. Wenda Davido, 954 Sportsman Drive, Winston-Salem, passed away Saturday, Sept. 10, 2005, at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center. She was a native of Forsyth County and a member of Greater Cleveland Avenue Christian Church. She was a graduate of East Forsyth High School and attended WSSU School of Nursing and graduated with a degree in nursing from Forsyth Technical Community College. She was an employee of Arbor Acres and worked for Forsyth Medical Center for 23 years. She is survived by her husband, Christopher Davido, of the home; four sisters, Denise Grahm of the city, Wanda Coker of Durham, Wanna Coker of Los Angeles, Calif., and Michele (Bryan) Chaney of the city; two brothers, Willie Coker Jr. of the city and Willard (Jackie) Coker of Richmond, Va.; father-in-law Robert (Helen) Durr of the city; sisters-in-law Lisa Davido of Dallas, Texas, and Robynne (Torri) Gwyn of Atlanta, Ga.; brother-in-law Phillip (Keshi) Durr of Atlanta; and a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. The funeral service will be conducted at 3 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 15, at Greater Cleveland Avenue Christian Church, Lansing Drive, where Bishop Sheldon McCarter will officiate. Interment will follow in Evergreen Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 2:30 to 3 p.m. 30 minutes before the services at the church. The remains may be viewed from 2 to 6 p.m. today, Sept. 14, at Douthit Visitation Center. The family may be contacted at the home of a sister, Denise Grahm, at 2504 Atlee St. Arrangements are in the care of Douthit Funeral Services.
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Memories and Condolences
for Wenda Davido
Gwendolyn Cross
October 2, 2005
Chris, I was so shocked to hear about Wendy. Wendy and I worked 3rd shift for years, I worked in admitting and she worked in labor and Delivery. The both of you were so sweet together. I will never forget my car being in the shop and the two of you gave me a ride home. May God bless you and keep you and you're in my prayers.
Dereace Sanders
September 18, 2005
I am so very saddened and hurt to have found out about the loss of my dear friend (Wenda). She and I attended Nursing school at FTCC and she always brought so much joy, laughter, and encouragement to anyone she met. She was definitely an ANGEL and she will be greatly missed.
Sherrie Flynt Wallington
September 16, 2005
To the Davido and Coker Family:
It truly was an honor to know Wenda at Carver and East Forsyth High School. She truly was a joy to be around. The Lord is indeed able to comfort you during this time and during the days that lie ahead. Just call on him.
Evette Darden Bradley
September 15, 2005
Dear Davido and Coker Family:
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. (Wendy) as we so affectionately called her, was such a wonderful person to be around. We were baton twirlers in the band together at Carver in the late 70's and we shared a lot of wonderful memories.
May God continue to Bless you
Linda Mason
September 15, 2005
Chris,
I dont know whether you would remember me or not but I worked in Admitting on 3rd shift when Wenda was working on 3rd in Labor & Delivery. I had the opportunity to meet you a couple of times. Wenda was such a delightful person and I had the utmost respect for her. I was truly shocked when I read this news in the paper. May God bless you and give you the strength you need at this most difficult time. Cherish the memories of the time you had together.
Linda Mason
Tonia Holloway-Patton
September 15, 2005
Chris,
I am sorry to hear of your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
God bless you
Joanne (Absher) Hepler
September 15, 2005
Dear Mr. Davido,
I did not have an opportunity to meet you and your wife when you bought my home at Sportsman Drive back in 1987. I was hoping to have gotten to meet the people to whom I was turning my home over. I want to express my condolences and hope that you and Mrs. Davido had a wonderful life together. You have good neighbors like Julius, Carolyn and Doc next door. I hope that they, along with your family and friends, will be a comfort for you at a time like this. May God Bless you and your family.
Joanne (Absher) Hepler
W. Shannon Rubush
September 15, 2005
Wenda was given a great gift. She could brighten up a person with her smile and humor. She had the gift to touch the heart and soul of those she encountered. I was fortunate to know Wenda when she was one of my nursing students at FTCC; as a professional collegue, and a friend. She was definitely a Child of God. My prayers are with her family and friends.
Rev Bennie L Plowden
September 14, 2005
May GOD Bless the (COKER)(DAVIDO) Family Forever
Sheila Cunningham Robinson
September 14, 2005
Chris,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers are with you and your family.
God Bless,
Jill Harper
September 14, 2005
Of all the people I know, Wenda was truly one of the most friendly, supportive, honest, funny, happy, loving, hard-working, devoted, and God-fearing. First and foremost, everyone around her knew of her strong faith in the Lord. And we could always depend on Wenda for an open heart, listening ear, kind word, and super smile. I will never forget our good times - more laughs than I could ever count. I am honored to have known such a great person.
Cheree Epps
September 14, 2005
As a neighbor and friend, I feel very privedged to have known Wendy and I thank God for bringing her and Chris into our lives. Wendy will be missed beyond any words can begin to express. May God continue to be with the family and friends as we take this time to celebrate her life. God Bless!
Billy Legg
September 14, 2005
My heart is saddened today, for I have lost a dear friend.Wenda was one of my classmates in nursing school and a great source of inspiration to me and her fellow classmates.I shall remember her as a loving and caring person who worked diligently to achieve her goal. Her greatest desire was to become a Registerd Nurse and to care for those less fortunate.She achieved her goal and was so happy on graduation night.Forever etched into my memory are her beautiful smile and that hearty laugh as she shared many joyful moments with us. We shall truly miss you Wenda.
MATTIE CARTER
September 14, 2005
CHRIS I'M SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR LOSS. MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY DURING THIS DIFFICULT TIME.
Debbie Walker
September 14, 2005
To the family of friends of Wenda Davido. My prayers are with you in your time of sorrow. May God keep you in your time of loss and sorrow. My prayers are with each and everyone of you.
Sincerely
Deb Walker
Almetrice Clyburn-Williams
September 14, 2005
My prayers are with the family. Wenda and I was classmates in school and co workers at FMC. She will always be remember by her smile and charming personality. Almetrice
Janet Gordon-Driskell
September 14, 2005
I will always cherish the laughs we shared from 7th grade to the most recent ones. Thank you for the wonderful memories and great friendship.You will be missed and thank you for being the kind person that I will always remember.I love you.
Cathy Carter
September 14, 2005
Wenda and I grew up together on Atlee St. We went all through school together,(elementary - High School) Always full of life and smiles, she knew how to brighten a room. I will always cherish the memories of the "old crew", (Wenda, Kathy Grant, Willie Giles and myself). Family, God has a greater plan for her. My prayers and thoughts are with you. God will not put more on you than you can bear. HE WILL see you through.
GWENDOLYN FULP
September 14, 2005
I AM DEEPLY SADDENED TO HEAR OF THE PASSING OF MY FRIEND AND CLASSMATE, WENDA. I CAN STILL SEE HER SMILE AND HOW SHE ALWAYS MADE US LAUGH. WE WENT TO SCHOOL TOGETHER FROM WALKERTOWN JR. HIGH, CARVER HIGH, AND GRADUATED TOGETHER FROM EAST FORSYTH. SHE ALWAYS SEEMED TO MAKE MY BAD DAYS BETTER. WENDA, I WILL NEVER FORGET YOU. I KNOW YOU ARE NOW HAPPIER THAN EVER WITH THE LORD. REST ON, SWEET PRINCESS.
Melanie Hairston
September 14, 2005
What I remember the most about Wenda is her wonderful sense of humor. She was a good friend and she will surely be missed.
Kaye Brown Adams
September 14, 2005
Wendy and I go back a long way. All the way back to when I first moved to Castle Heights across the street from her. She was my best friend all through junior high and high school. I say her from time to time after that and it was always as if not ime had passed since we'd last seen each other. I will miss her and I pray for all of her family.
Linda Caldwell-Hopkins
September 14, 2005
I am truly sorry for the lost of such a wonderful young lady. Wendy as I knew her will always be a part of our lives, as long as we keep her memories in our hearts. Know that she is fine and that she is with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Though we will miss her physical presence, she will always be with us. I will continue to keep you all in my prayers.
Douglas Turner
September 14, 2005
Wenda was a delightful person that brought energy and enthusiasm to whatever she decided to undertake. As one of her instructors at FTCC I found her to brighten the classroom and inspire her classmates, as well as myself. I can't begin to imagine the loss you must feel and can only offer hollow words of sympathy in your time of need. Please know that wherever she is, Wenda is helping others with a large smile and an open heart.
Jessica Chaplin
September 14, 2005
Wenda was a blessing to everyone she came in contact with. She put smiles on every ones face. She will be greatly missed. Chris you and your family are in my prayers. God bless
CATHY BLACK
September 14, 2005
GOOD NIGHT MY OLD FRIEND. TO THE FAMILY--STAY STRONG GOD WILL BRING YOU THROUGH THIS.
Cindy Felts, RN
September 14, 2005
This is such a shock to lose such a wonderful and caring person. Wenda and I graduated from nursing school together and the memories I have of her will never leave me. I am so thankful that she did get to fulfill her dream of becoming a nurse. My thoughts and prayers are with her family in this trying time, may God bless each of you.
Willard Coker
September 14, 2005
Wenda, I really can't express the hurt I feel right now about losing you. I know God has a plan for you and he picked a good one for it.I wish that I could have kissed you on the cheek and told you one more time that I loved you before your trip to heaven.I'll always love you your brother "Rompy"
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