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Dexter leaves to cherish many loving memories, brother, David (Lisa) Vawters; two sisters, Delgracia (Warren) York and Beverly (Walter) Washington; a host of nieces, nephews other relatives and friends including special niece, Dr. Tinaya York. He was predeceased by his parents; Deborah Cain, Mildred Vawters,; brothers, Thomas Vawters, Joseph Vawters, Jackie Vawters, and Stephen Vawters.
Services will be held 12:00 noon, Thursday, May 23, 2024 at Carl E. Ponds Funeral Home Inc. 200 N. Johnston Ave. doors will be open from 11:00 a.m. until the time of service.
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Valerie (Parks) Jackson
May 23, 2024
My Condolences to David,Del,Bev and the entire Vawters Family,Rest on Peacefully Dexter,Safely in the Arms of God.
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samuel cooper
May 22, 2024
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
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