Mr. David Gray Foye

Mr. David Gray Foye obituary, 70 Eason Circle Selma, NC

Mr. David Gray Foye

David Foye Obituary

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David "What's Up Dawg" Gray Foye was born March 31, 1952 to the late George and Dorothy Foye (Hagins) in Johnston County, North Carolina. His spirit peacefully entered into Heaven's Gate on Sunday, October 28, 2018 at Rex Hospital, Raleigh, NC with his family at his side. David received Christ at a young age at Red Hill United Church of Christ. In 1976 he married Maddie B. Harper. From that union three children were born. Later in life he was blessed with another son, Daequan Yancy. For over 30 years, he drove for several trucking companies -- which included Moss Trucking Company, Mercer Brothers, Ray Creech Lodging Company. He retired from Keen Transport, Inc. in 2012. David had a passion for truck driving. He mentored many young men who were interested in a truck driving career. In 2005 David and his cousin Linwood Foye started their own charter company, D&L Tours, with numerous trips traveling all over the U.S. for several years. But due to his passion for truck driving he decided to return to what he loved doing most. David belonged to several organizations, including three Corvette Clubs, Men On A Mission and a college scholarship awards organization. Annually, during Thanksgiving he volunteered to feed the hungry. David always quoted something that one of his uncles or someone else in the family would carry with them, which made you cry with laughter. For example, when David received a phone call he would look at his phone and say, "I got a bite" and would sometimes greet others with, "What's up dawg?" He loved and enjoyed cooking. His specialty – coleslaw! His son Keith continues his father's passion for cooking. His specialty – coleslaw! David was admired by everyone who crossed his path and will be missed by all. He is preceded in death by his brother Maurice Foye, mother Dorothy Hagins, father, George and step-father, Haywood Hagins. He leaves to cherish his precious memories: his children – Shana of Red Hill, NC, Keith of Red Hill, NC, Corey of Sanford, NC, and Daequan of Zebulon, NC; grandchildren – Dencia, Jamel, Bianca, Montel, twins Malik & Malisha, Coriante, Kiayla, Cordel, Carlos and David; two great-grandchildren – Desean and Amare; siblings Gwenda (Rayfield) of Wilmington, NC, Peggy (Frank) of Watchung, NJ, Dale (John) of Philadelphia, PA, Bonnie of Columbus, OH and Craig of Philadelphia, PA; special nieces and nephews and many relatives and friends. Funeral Service: Sunday, November 04 2:00 PM Johnston Piney Grove Baptist Church 1691 Barber Mill Rd Clayton, NC 27520 Interment: Sunday November 04 Forest Hill Clayton, NC 27520

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November 9, 2018

Fred Caddell posted to the memorial.

November 3, 2018

Donna Williams posted to the memorial.

November 2, 2018

Robert & Christabelle Harlee, Red Hill UCC posted to the memorial.

Fred Caddell

November 9, 2018

I worked with David when he drove for Moss Trucking Co. I hadn't talked to David in a while and didn't realize he was so sick. Thought a lot of David. Prayers are with the family.

Donna Williams

November 3, 2018

May the grace of God surround the family during this time and afterwards.

Robert & Christabelle Harlee, Red Hill UCC

November 2, 2018

To The Family: Praying for you.

White Simplicity Basket

Pamela Young

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Rosetta Watson,Red Hill UCC

November 2, 2018

To The Family: Remembering you in prayer.

Eula P. Carter,Red Hill UCC

November 2, 2018

Sorry for your loss.. you're in my prayers.

Tiffany Speight

November 1, 2018

R.I.P David you was the best charter bus driver around.. we will miss you!!

Andre Rosser

November 1, 2018

Sorry for the loss of David,he was great guy.

Carolyn Heath-Glover

November 1, 2018

David was a very kind, gentle, positive individual
with a very captivating spirit. May Your Soul Rest in Peace

George Cooley, Sr.

November 1, 2018

Sorry for our loss...you will always be remembered.

Uncle George

Debra Dorman

October 31, 2018

So sorry to hear about the passing of Mr. David. We live in the same neighborhood & I talked with him this past summer. He was a very nice man. Condolences to the family.

Karen Epps

October 31, 2018

David was a nice guy. RIP. Prayers to the family

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