Thelma Ball Davis Morehead City, North Carolina Obituary

Thelma Ball Davis

<p>Thelma Ball Davis, 97, of Harlowe, North Carolina, passed away on March 17, 2023.<br> <br> She was born in Madison County, NC on September 6, 1925, to the late Garland Grant and Minnie Emma Ball. She attended Mars Hill College, then graduated from Meredith College in 1948 with a bachelor's degree in childhood education. In Raleigh, she met Joel Henry Davis, Jr. on a blind date while he was a student at NC State University. They were later married in August 1948 and went on to raise two daughters over their years together.<br> <br> Thelma Davis was a career educator, teaching elementary school across several states as she moved with her husband and family. She loved children and was dedicated to bringing out the full potential of each individual. She retired from the NC school system in 1981 after more than 20 years of service.<br> <br> She is survived by her loving husband of 74 years, Joel Henry Davis (Harlowe, NC); their daughter, Janet Travis and son-in-law Bill Travis (Greenville, NC); her grandchildren, Sarah Keeney (Mechanicsburg, PA), Joel Travis (Philadelphia, PA), Melanie Rice and Irina Rice (Travelers Rest, SC); and her great-granddaughter, Quinn Keeney.<br> <br> In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Bertha Duckett, and her daughter, Betsy Rice.<br> <br> A memorial service will follow at a later date to be determined.<br> <br> In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations to Harlowe United Methodist Church, 4261 Highway 101 Newport, NC 28570.<br> <br> Family and friends are welcome to submit online condolences at www.mundenfuneralhome.net.<br> <br> Arrangements by Munden Funeral Home &amp; Crematory in Morehead City, NC. </p>
September 6, 1925 - March 17, 202309/06/192503/17/2023
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Sheila Hoover
April 5, 2023
I was lucky enough to have Mrs. Davis as my fourth grade teacher. She was also a good friend and coworker to my mother. I’m so sorry to hear of her loss and that of her daughter Betsy, who was one of my best friends.
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Mary Loose
March 23, 2023
Dear Mr. Davis, Janet and Family,

We are so sorry for your loss. Our family had the highest regard for Mrs. Davis. You have our deepest sympathy. Wishing you comfort and peace.

Mary ( Campen) and Bob Loose

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Josie Conner Guthrie
March 20, 2023
Great lady. she lived a good life.
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John Mclean
March 20, 2023
Our deepest condolences to Henry and his daughter. Life is fleeting and family is all important. Godspeed Thelma.
John & Lady McLean
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March 19, 2023
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March 19, 2023
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Rudy and Debby Wilkinson
March 18, 2023
Dear Henry,
Our prayers and love go out to you and your family regarding the loss of Thelma. We always admired her. She was such a strong and kind individual. My parents, SD and Zin, also equally loved and enjoyed her company. She will be sorely missed by us and the... Continue Reading
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March 18, 2023
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March 18, 2023
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March 18, 2023
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