Greene County, NC - Obituary of Jesse T. Davis

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Elder Jesse T. Davis Dead

     Eld. Jesse T. Davis died at his home in South Ayden on last Saturday 
morning about 5 o’clock. He had been in feeble health for a long time, and 
his death was not unexpected. He had reached the age of 80 years and was 
nearing 81.
     He was born and reared in Greene county the son of Blake and Rhoda Davis. 
He was married long before the Civil War to Miss Martha Jones, daughter of 
Gardner and Bethany Jones, who still survives him. To them were born three 
children: Benjamin, James, and Cornelius. Only 1 of which is now living, Jas A. 
Davis, a prominent citizen of Ayden. Eld. Davis reared his family on a farm, 
though he was a splendid mechanic and did much work at his trade. For a great 
many years he has been connected with the Christian Church, holding his
membership with the church in Hookerton. He felt called to the ministry and 
was early set apart to the work. He preached in many places and did a great 
work for his people.
     Bro. Davis was very attentive to his religious duties as long as he lived. 
After he became too feeble to preach, he attended the Sunday School as long as 
he could walk to church. His delight was in the Book of Books and he enjoyed 
the service of his Master.
     A good citizen, neighbor, husband, father, and friend has gone to reap the 
reward for a well spent life.
     His remains were taken to the Christian church on Sunday evening at 2 
o’clock where a beautiful eulogy was pronounced by Rev. Cecil Outlaw of 
Atlantic Christian College. Mrs. T. L. Willingham sang an appropriate solo. 
The body was then taken to the cemetery and laid to rest, a very large crowd 
being in attendance. The Rev. Outlaw performed the last sad rites.
     Peace to his sleeping dust, and may God comfort the mourners.

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