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Cora Lee Turnage Davidson

Cora Davidson Obituary

KINSTON - Cora Lee Turnage Davidson, 68, was called home on November 29, 2011, to be with the Lord after a long, courageous battle with cancer. Cora was a member of the Grifton Freewill Baptist Church for many years and served in various church activities; she was an active member of Westminster United Methodist Church where she enjoyed singing in the choir; was a member of the Ladies Circle of Joy where she made many contributions and had several friends; and also served on the Alter Guild. Cora was an advocate for education. She began her teaching as a preschool teacher at Kiddie Kollege and Mary Poppins Daycare; she ran Grifton Daycare for six years; and was a substitute teacher at Contentnea Elementary and Savannah Middle Schools for several years. Cora also taught and touched the lives of many preschoolers during her time as a teacher with the Westminster Preschool program. Cora enjoyed writing poetry and doing crafts for the preschoolers she taught. Cora was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 40 years, Thomas Ray "Tommy" Davidson; her mother, Molly Susan Humbles Turnage; her father, Joseph Steven Turnage; and her in-laws, Roberta Gertrude Mowery Davidson and Jessie Willard Davidson. She is survived by her daughters, Karen Renee and husband Jason Neal Simmons, of Greensboro and Sandi Michelle and husband Jason Eric Duke, of Deep Run; four loving grandchildren, Julian Thomas "JT" Simmons and Molly Neal Simmons both of Greensboro and Bradley Thomas Duke and Erica Leigh Duke both of Deep Run; sisters Doris Turnage, Josephine Harper and Mary Jane Brown all of Kinston, Ruth "Polly" Cox of Grifton, Margaret Rettig of Seattle and Gloria Blackstock of Fayetteville; brothers Steven Turnage Jr. of Grifton, James Turnage of Missouri and McLone Turnage of Winterville; many, many friends and her beloved pets Nicholas, Corky, Buddy and Maddie. A memorial service will be held at Westminster United Methodist Church on Saturday, December 3, 2011, at 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Westminster United Methodist Church Preschool 1001 Westminster Lane Kinston, NC 28501 or to the Hospice House of Greenville/ Pitt County. Arrangements are by Howard-Carter Funeral Home. Sign the guest book at kinston.com. (Paid obituary)

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Published by Free Press from Dec. 1 to Dec. 4, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Cora Davidson

17 Entries

Yvonne Hardy

December 20, 2011

Your Mom was a special angel to so many. I loved your Mom and her wisdom and love for Jesus! Your Dad was such a nice person too! We feel blessed to have known and enjoyed your family.
Yvonne and Dale Hardy
Kinston

December 7, 2011

so very sorry for your loss,Tommy and Cora were great people and will surely be missed.....we wish the best for you and your family....Laura & Robert

Jody & Sharon Formy-Duval

December 6, 2011

Karen, We just wanted you to know that we always thought so much of your parents. They were always so nice. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very sad time.

December 5, 2011

Karen, Jason, JT and Molly, please know that we are very sorry for your loss. Please know that we love you dearly and are lifting you up in prayers!
Kelly & Todd

December 4, 2011

Karen and Sandi I loved your mother and father very much I will missed them alot. your mother and I shared good times through out the years we will at the preschool. I wish you and your family a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
And to her brothers and sisters you all are in my prays may God bless each one of you during this time. I will keep Cora and Tommy in my heart forever. She loved her family very much.

December 3, 2011

Sandi and Karen,
My heart is heavy with the news of your parents passing. Although, I didn't know your Dad very well, I knew how much he loved your Mother. Ms Cora was my co-teacher at Westminster, but more than that she was my friend. I loved her dearly, and will never forget the special way she had with children, and the compassion she showed her friends. Please know that you will continue to be in our hearts and prayers.
Vicky and Tori Martin

December 2, 2011

Karen and Sandi,

I was so sorry to learn about the loss of your parents. I have fond memories of your mother at Contentnea Elementary School when you were both students there and remember well how much she loved and cared about you both. She was always willing to help and support the school in any way possible. May the special memories of your parents bring you peace during this difficult time.

Sincerely,
Kay A. Blizzard,
Former teacher and principal,
Contentnea Elementary School

Karen B. Braswell

December 2, 2011

Mrs. Simmons,
My family continues to keep your family in prayer.

Vicki Baker

December 2, 2011

Karen and family so sorry about your loss, I know your memories will keep you going. Cora and Tommy will be missed by all but not forgotten. God Bless

Estelle Marshburn

December 1, 2011

Karen and Sandi,I am so very sorry to hear of the loss of your parents. My prayers are with you. Cora was such a wonderful, helpful, caring person. She touch many lives. She will be missed here on earth but will be a great addition in Heaven.

JoAnn Sanderson

December 1, 2011

Karen and Sandi, I am so sorry to know that your mom and dad both are gone and I know it will be hard on you both during this time ..I dont know of any greater couple then Aunt Cora and Uncle Tommy and I am sure they will be hand in hand walking those streets in heaven..I love you both and know that they were two special people to me also..

Sharon Cannon

December 1, 2011

Aunt Cora and Uncle Tommy had a LOVE that I have never seen and Im sure no one could ever live up too. They were an inspiration to me in so many ways. No matter what the situation, they comforted, loved and made anyone smile. Aunt Cora you will be truely missed, I love you so much, as well as Dasia. She looked forward to going to Uncle Tommy and Aunt Cora's every chance she got. Thank you so much for being a VERY SPECIAL part of my life.

December 1, 2011

Karen and Sandi, So sorry for your loss of the both of your parents. I worked with Mrs. Cora at Westminster preschool years ago as a fellow teacher. Our rooms were next door to each other and we shared many enjoyable times with the children and amongst ourselves. She was truely a very special, warm and loving lady. I am truely honored to have known her, and I know first hand how much she loved all of you as she always spoke lovingly about you and you could tell how proud she was of you and the grandchildren. She will be greatly missed. Sherrie Rhodes Kinston, NC

BJ Stanley

December 1, 2011

What a privledge and honor to know Mrs. Cora and Mr. Tommy. My life was made so much better just by knowing them. There is a void left that can never be filled here on earth...but I know they are happy because they are together for eternity. Love and prayers to all the family.

Carolyn Howell

December 1, 2011

Karen and Sandi, I am so sorry to learn of the loss of your mother. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time.
I enjoyed knowing your mother as a parent and a substitute teacher at Contentnea Elementary.

Angie Heath

December 1, 2011

Your mom and dad were great loving people. I enjoyed working with Tommy and seeing Mrs. Cora when she came in. They will be greatly missed. I will pray for your comfort and peace at this time of loss. Heaven has received two wonderful people.

Nell Rouse Garris

December 1, 2011

So very sorry for your great loss of such a sweet lady. I know she will be greatly missed. Her wonderful memories will live on in your hearts forever. I pray God gives each one of the family and close friends comfort and peace in your hearts.You are in my thoughts and prayers.

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