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Ben Davis Obituary

Ben Allen Davis, 67, of Gold Hill, passed away Monday, June 26, 2017 at Tucker Hospice House in Kannapolis, NC. He was born July 10, 1949 in Salisbury, to the late Olin and Nancy Moree Davis. Ben received his high school diploma from RCCC in 2012 and he was a 2017 graduate of Bible Missionary Baptist Bible College earning a Bachelor in Theology. Ben recieved Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior on June 8, 1997 and was Baptized. He was an active and faithful member of Bible Missionary Baptist Church. He built all the backdrops and scenery for church productions, served on the cooking staff at church functions, was an Usher, Greeter, member of the Men's Prayer Group, and he was an inmate sponsor for the Davidson County Correctional Facility for twelve years. Ben was the owner and operator of Ben the Builder Home Improvements. Ben enjoyed photography, cooking, watching Jeopardy, and fishing. He was the East Rowan High School "Cannon Man" at football games for last 12 years. Ben was an accomplished woodworker and artist, a Jack of all trades and master of many. In addition to his parents, Ben was preceded in death by two grandsons, Zachary Davis and Boone Davis, and Granddaughter, Ella Ferguson. Ben is survived by his wife of over 26 years, Susan Basinger Davis, whom he married November 22, 1990; son, Josh Davis and wife Amanda Ferguson Davis of Salisbury; two daughters, Jodie Shipton Nash of Gold Hill and Wyndi Shipton Sifford of Gold Hill; four grandsons, Tyler Ferguson, Clinton Nash, Cody Trexler and Dalton Trexler; five granddaughters, Sarah Ferguson, Morgan Rowe, Cali McKenny and husband Ryan, Jeslyn Nash, and Macey Trexler; great-granddaughter, Blakely McKenny; great-grandson, Rowan McKenny; three sisters, Shirley Splawn, Audrey Wilson, and Vickie Turman; and numerous nieces and nephews. The family will greet friends and relatives on Thursday, June 29, 2017, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm at Powles Staton Funeral Home, Rockwell, NC. The funeral service will be held at 11:00 am on Friday, June 30, 2017, at the Bible Missionary Baptist Church, Rockwell, NC, with Pastors, Tom Bowling, Buddy Hoffner, and Cody Zorn officiating. Burial will follow in Brookhill Memorial Gardens. Memorials may be made to Bible Missionary Baptist Church 11360 Old Concord Road Rockwell NC 28138 . Powles Staton Funeral Home of Rockwell, honored provider of Veterans Funeral Care, is assisting the Davis family. Online condolences may be made at www.powlesfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Salisbury Post on Jun. 28, 2017.

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Mark Jenkins

June 23, 2020

Ben, your impact on my life remains with me until this vey day. Your counsel, your patience, your teaching me how to cook, your kindness and understanding will forever be cherished and remembered. I love you man and I cant wait until we are together again.

June 30, 2017

Ben a long time since I have seen you back in the dim history of our past but I always thought of you as a good man. I am sorry to hear of your passing. Hope to see you on the other side where the trials and troubles of this world are gone and love and happiness reigns.

Vetra Culp

June 29, 2017

Dear Susan and other family members. I was sorry to read of Ben's earthly departure. He was a joy to work with at the election polls. He was diligent and thorough, blended with a little humor. A gentleman indeed. Prayers for all.

Darin Williams

June 29, 2017

You will ALWAYS be loved and missed Ben and you will be missed ALOT at the East Rowan home football games when we score a touchdown,because we won't have you there to fire the cannon off buddy..I loved spending time with you at the East Rowan home football games..We will see you in Heaven one day..And God Bless your wife and your whole family..I love ya Ben !

Joe Hudson

June 29, 2017

It was my pleasure to serve Ben at Cozart Lumber and to get to know him and his personality. He was quite a character and will be missed by all who knew him. My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family during this difficult time.

Janie & Buzz Hurst

June 29, 2017

Peace Be With You All.

Sarah Kendricks

June 29, 2017

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Debbie & Willard Sansom

June 29, 2017

Susan, Jeslynn, and all of your family we are so sorry for your loss and have you in our prayers! He is in such a better place than us. We all know that... If there is any comfort at all it is that thought, and knowing you will be together again! We will keep you in our prayers in the coming days, as we know it is hard turning loose of the ones we love so much!! Peace be with your family at this time. Love and Prayers, Debbie & Willard

TIM CRISCO

June 28, 2017

BIG BEN WAS MY GOOD FRIEND AND I LOVE HIM AND MISS HIM MY HEART IS BROKE AND A VOID IS THERE. CANT WAIT TILL WE MEET AGAIN.BEN WAS A FUNNY GUY AND HAD A BIG HEART

Beth Atkinson

June 28, 2017

I was shocked and so sad to learn of Ben's passing. Such a sweet heart and a funny guy. He seemed larger than life.
I remember him speaking out in church saying, "Thats funny right there, I dont care who you are..." and many other funny things... at first, it made me uneasy, but I grew to really like Ben... he made me smile and laugh often.
Susan, my heart is broken for your loss. I pray God's peace and strength surround you.
Much love, Beth

June 28, 2017

sendin prayers and hugs...God gave him his wings so he could soar with the angels...no more pain...I love y'all...prayers for peace and comfort for y'all <3

June 28, 2017

To Ben's family when we were teenagers.Gold Hill was my home for yrs.Then i moved on now i'm in Tn.

Susan Kimmer

June 28, 2017

Ben and I were friends in school and even after I got out of school and married. He could always make me laugh. He was a very good hearted man. Would do anything for you if it was at all possible. He will surely be missed. He is in God's hands now and we will all meet again.

Chuck and Christine Ludy

June 28, 2017

Bro. Ben was a true friend and will greatly be missed. We are praying for you Mrs. Susan and the whole family.
With love, Chuck and Christine Ludy

Virginia Torrence

June 28, 2017

Wyndi and family,
I was so sorry to hear of Ben's passing. May God be with you through this saddened time.

Stash Query

June 28, 2017

My good Thoughts and Prayers go out to the family during this time.

Pam Walker

June 28, 2017

Dear Susan, Jodie, Wyndi, Josh, Amanda, & Family of Ben Davis, we are so sorry for the loss of this precious man. Now Ben is well again, and with his Mom, Dad, Grandbabies, and Roy Davis and our Lord & Savior and all of his loved ones who have gone on before. Ben knew that you loved him. You will see him again in the Land Where We'll Never Grow Old! May God comfort you with all your precious memories of Ben. Love in Christ, Ronnie & Pam <

Donna Honeycutt

June 28, 2017

Ben was a good man he made u happy when u were sad love u Ben Davis Rip up in heaven hope to see u again

Mark Jenkins

June 28, 2017

My heart is broken, although I know you are in the hands of the Lord,this still hurts.

I love you Ben Davis

JODIE SHIPTON NASH

June 28, 2017

I AM SO PROUD OF MY POPPY! I LOOK FOWARD TO SHARING HIM WITH YOU ALL AND THE REVEALING OF GOD'S PERFECT PLAN OF HIS LIFE. In the words of the LATE GREAT BUZZ HAMILL,"AWWE, THAT'S BEAUTIFUL, MAN".

Jodie Shipton Nash

June 28, 2017

I AM SOO PD OF MY POPPY. I look forward to you all understanding purpose of his life through GOD'S PERFECT PLAN. In the words of the LATE GREAT BUZZ HAMILL, "That's BEAUTIFUL, MAN". They are cutting up and carrying on in heaven RIGHT NOW. Poppy's earthly body will be laid to rest in spitting distance of Buzz's earthly body.

Michael Varricchio

June 28, 2017

Ben was such a wonderful man to talk with. I will absolutely treasure the short time we spent together. He will be missed.

Wayne & Debbie Wilson

June 28, 2017

Susan,
We are sorry to hear of Ben's passing. May God be with you in this difficult time.

Lonnie Cranfield

June 28, 2017

Susan, our thoughts and prayers go out to you during this difficult time. Ben was a good GODLY man and will be missed until we meet him again on that RESURRECTION MORNING. Love and prayers.

Wyndi

June 28, 2017

Oh Poppa. My heart is broke. Love you. Until we hug again !!!

Darlene Martin

June 28, 2017

It was an honor to have known Brother Ben Davis. I meet him at Bible Missionary Baptist Church. Such a loving nature person to know. I will miss seeing you at church, but we will see each other again in heaven... I know you are shouting with Jesus.

ray potts

June 28, 2017

so sorry to hear this was a good friend for years will truly be missed by all

Linda Lake Mcdougald

June 27, 2017

My brothers and I grew up on the Mill Hill with Ben. So sorry for your loss.

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