Clarence Davis Sr. was born on August 25, 1928, in Warren County, North Carolina to the late Lewis Henry and Cornelia Davis. He departed this life peacefully on July 19, 2023, at the age of 94.

Clarence was saved and baptized at an early age. As he began to serve the Lord, he joined Oak Level United Church of Christ, and he was a faithful member. He was a strong prayer warrior. He sang in the Men's Chorus at Oak Level Church and was appointed as a trustee and later became a deacon.

Clarence met and married the late Lucille Davis and to that union five children were born.

Clarence was a farmer for over twenty-five years. He was employed by Harriet-Henderson Cotton Mill for twenty-five years. After retirement, he became an entrepreneur starting his own lawn business.  Clarence's favorite pastime was taking a nap.

Clarence was preceded in death by his parents; his wife of over 70 years, Lucille Davis; two daughters, Ida Mae Davis and Sally Beth Johnson; three brothers, William Henry Davis, James Ruth Davis, Louis Henry Davis, Jr.; five sisters, Sallie Beth Harris, Willie Lee Kersey, Jennie Brown, Susan Mae Morant and Lucindia Terry.

He leaves a legacy and a loving family to cherish his memories; three sons, Pastor Clarence Jr. (Co-Pastor Singus) of Jacksonville, Florida; Donald (Sequence) Davis of Manson, North Carolina, Thermon Davis (Karen) of Jacksonville, Florida; two sisters, Mamie Phillips and Cassie Harris of New York; nine grandchildren, Natasha  Batts and Nakia Davis of New York, Daesha Sellers  and Devante Davis of Georgia, Wayne Deshun Johnson of North Carolina, Shanta Johnson and Samantha Lee (Andrew Jr.) all of Georgia, David and Candace Henderson of Jacksonville, Florida and six great grandchildren. A host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other family members as well as many grieving friends. He also had close relationships with (Retired) Sr. Pastor, Rev. Leon White, Deacon George Henderson and the Deacons of Oak Level United Church of Christ.

Interment: Oak Level United Church of Christ Cemetery, 5631 Jacksontown Road, Manson, North Carolina 27553

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