Gary Lynn Davis

Gary Lynn Davis obituary

Gary Lynn Davis

Gary Davis Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Hockaday Funeral & Cremation Service on Sep. 19, 2025.

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Gary Lynn Davis, 57, of Roanoke Rapids, passed away on Thursday, September 18, 2025 in his home. Mr. Davis was the son of Gloria Dean Davis (Jones) and Donald Ray Davis, Sr. He was also preceded by his brother Walter and sisters Arlene & Tammy.

Surviving include his daughter Leanne Davis, his son Randy Davis, his brothers Mike Mooney (Cyndi), Jeff Davis, Donald (Turtle) Davis, Jr., Larry Davis (Crystal), and Tim Davis (Melissa), his sister Donna Davis, his nieces & nephews Kelly & Patrick Epps, Christy & fiancé Josh, Dylan Davis, Jessie Duke, Summer Medlin, & several others.

A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, September 26, 2025 at Hockaday Funeral & Cremation Service with Rev. Jason Yeatts officiating. Friends may sign the online register by visiting www.hockadayfs.com. Hockaday Funeral & Cremation Service is serving the Davis family.

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