James Edward Davis

James Edward " Ed " Davis 78 of Wingate, NC passed away on Wednesday, November 2, 2022. He was born in Richmond, Indiana, on December 18, 1943, son of the late James Davis and Vida Penticuff Davis. He was preceded in death by his loving wife Melva Messer Davis, and two brothers, Henry Davis and Ronnie Davis.

Ed was a truck driver, did auto body repair, and in later years did small courier delivery before retiring. He was a man of many wheels, deals, and trades of all sorts. When you met him, you would remember him as a big talker; no one was a stranger. He had a special soft spot for his many furry cat companions.

Ed is survived by his two sons, Jon Davis (Jane) of Peachland, NC and Chris Davis (Christy) of Angier, NC; one brother, Joe Davis of Winchester, Indiana; two grandchildren, Ben Wright (Doris), and Amber Stegall (Leland); and one great grandchild, Lloyd James Stegall Jr., all of Polkton, NC. He had many nieces, nephews, sister-in-laws, and friends that are called Family that will cherish fond memories.

The family will receive friends with an informal visitation from 4:00pm until 6:00pm on Friday, November 11, 2022 at Gordon Funeral Service and Crematory 1904 Lancaster Ave. Monroe, NC 28112

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Hospice of Union County, 700 W. Roosevelt Blvd, Monroe, NC 28110.

Online condolences may be made at www.gordonfuneralservice.com

Gordon Funeral Service and Crematory is caring for the Davis Family.