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Cary Davis Obituary
Mr. Davis was born August 3, 1924 in Fayetteville, North Carolina to George Daniel and Maggie Tadlock Davis.
As soon as he was old enough, he volunteered to serve in the U.S. Navy during World War II and later re-enlisted to serve in the Korean War.
He retired from the U.S. Post Office in 1979 after 34 years of service and spent the subsequent years dividing his time between homes in Winston-Salem, N.C. and Myrtle Beach.
Mr. Davis later worked for 14 summers at Myrtle Beach Travel Park where he welcomed many friends at the gate.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and great-granddaughter, Abigail McHale Fox.
Mr. Davis is survived by his wife of 60 years, Jeanette Smith Davis of the home; and daughter, Christine Davis Fox of Jamestown, N.C.
Also surviving are grandsons, John Christian Davis Fox and wife, Ann Christine, of Winchester Va. and Joshua Andrew Stephen Fox of Nottingham, England.
In addition, he is survived by great-grandsons, Zachary Noah Fox and Austin Davis Fox of Winchester Va., plus unborn twin great-grandsons due in May of Winchester, Va.
Other survivors include sister, Ruby Davis Barwick of Fayetteville, N.C.; and brother, Leonard David Davis and wife, Sara, of Brooksville, Fla.
Memorial services will be held Monday, April 30, 2007 at 11 a.m. at Salem Funeral and Cremations.
The family will receive family and friends at the home immediately following the service.
Visitation will be Sunday, April 29, 2007 at Salem Funeral and Cremations from 7 until 8:30 p.m.
A Celebration of Life will be held at Myrtle Beach at a later date.
Online condolences may be sent to the Davis family at www.salemfh.com or you may sign a guest book at Myrtle BeachOnline.com.
Memorials may be made to the charity of one's choice.
Salem Funeral & Cremation Services is serving the family.
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Ann Langdon
May 17, 2007
Jeanette,
So sorry to hear about Graham. I always thought a lot of him. He was a my favorite Brother-In-Law and he really was a hard working and Took Real good care of his Family. Best husband. Best Father. My prayer's go with the whole family.
Love you Lots,
Your Sisther Ann and Family
Josephine Walker
May 14, 2007
Dear Jeanette and Family,
We only just found out about Graham's passing on Friday night. We want you to know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love, Gene and Jo Walker
Josh Fox
May 4, 2007
Papa Graham was a great grandfather. I always looked up to & respected him, especially because of his love to read. I will miss him.
Traci Rabon
April 30, 2007
I am sorry for your loss and the grief that you feel. I fondly remember "helping" Mr. Graham at the guard shack at MBTP. He was very sweet and kind and warm. May God bless you and give you the strength and comfort you need during this time.
Traci Cooke-Rabon (daughter of Pop Cooke)
Fran Martin
April 30, 2007
Mrs. Jeannette & Family,
I am Fran (Pop's daughter) from MBTP. Mr. Graham was a sweet person. Daddy thought a lot of him. He & Daddy are smiling down on all of us. I was sorry to hear about Mr. Graham. He will be missed. You all will be in my thoughts & prayers. God Bless.
Tim Bryant (Myrtle Beach Travel Park)
April 30, 2007
All of us at Myrtle Beach Travel Park are thinking of you and your family at this time. We appreciate the many years that Graham greeted guests here at the Travel Park and the years he continued to visit. Please accept our condolences on your loss and know that many people here are thinking of you and praying for you at this time.
Buddy and Marie Kimel
April 30, 2007
Dear Jeanette and family,
Our sincere sympathy. Graham fought a hard battle and now he is free of pain. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Dean & Joan Currier
April 29, 2007
We will miss him so much.
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