Larry Gene Davis

Larry Gene Davis obituary

Larry Gene Davis

Larry Davis Obituary

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Larry Gene Davis, 82, of Charlotte, died peacefully on Monday, August 25, 2025. Larry was born January 16, 1943, in Detroit, and was adopted by William and Anna (Miller) Davis at the age of four. He worked 30 years at L.L. Johnson Lumber, retiring in 2014. He married Sandra Kay Howard on June 21, 1986, in Charlotte. Many will remember Larry for his sense of humor and his love for his family. Larry is survived by two step-sons, Monty and Tony Hankins; step-daughter, Lynn (Chris) Jones; 8 step-grandchildren; 7 step-great-grandchildren; brother, Duane Davis; and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his wife, Sandra Davis on May 7, 2025; his parents; brother, Merle Davis; sister, Irene Davis; and numerous nieces and nephews. Friends are encouraged to support Larry's family by sharing memories on his Tribute Page at www.prayfuneral.com. Service details are pending. The family is in the care of Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte.

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