Melissa Chapman “Rose” Davis, 51, of Morganton, NC entered her heavenly home on Monday, December 11, 2023.
Born in Burke County, NC on August 15, 1972, she was the daughter of Mary Catherine Pitts Chapman and the late Verlin Eugene Chapman.
Melissa was a member of Nowlings Chapel Freewill Baptist Church, where she had served as treasurer, flower committee member, youth leader, elderly group helper, and was the founder of the church’s Meals on Wheels program. She retired from Broughton Hospital after 31 years and devoted herself to serving the needs of others. Melissa enjoyed reading, shopping, traveling, and especially spending time with her family. She also loved giving gifts.
A loving and devoted wife, mother, and Granna, Melissa is survived by her husband, Charles “Chuck” Leonard Davis; sons, Tyler Davis (Lauren) and Lawson Davis (Emily); grandchildren, Emma, Jameson, Ivy, and Amelia Davis; mother, Mary Catherine Pitts Chapman; brother, Roy Chapman (Kelly Keating); nephews, Tanner, Conner, and Gavin Chapman; aunt, Jeanette Fisher; father-in-law, Charles Davis; and a number of extended family.
Melissa was preceded in death by her father, Verlin Chapman; grandparents, Leonard & Joyce Chapman; mother-in-law, Shirley Davis; and a grandchild.
The family will receive friends from 2 to 3 p.m., Friday, December 15, 2023 at Nowlings Chapel Freewill Baptist Church. The funeral will be held at 3 p.m. in the church with Rev. Darvy Hensley and Rev. Bobby Shehan officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to the church.
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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So sorry for your loss. Still can't believe this. Prayers for all Melissa's family.
Mary, my heart goes out to you and the family. My prayers are with you. May God give you peace and comfort in His own way. Love and Prayers, Jeanette
She was the sweetest lady .. we became friends when I started Baking after Covid shut my beauty shop down .. she always ordered lots of cakes cupcakes pies .. for the Holidays and enough to give away .. she always said “I love your old timey baking .. it makes my family Smile “ .. prayers for all and know she will still be looking down and smiling ..she will always be in your Hearts .. may Gods loving Arms comfort you now and in days ahead Diane .. Steve Rhodes
I will miss Melissa greatly. She was a wonderful friend, she cared so much for others and helped anyone anytime she could. What a hard worker. Heaven is rejoicing, she is with her savior now. Love and peace from God at this hard time.
Melissa. You were an absolute angel from the moment I was introduced to you by your amazing son, Lawson. I'll never forget how excited you were to welcome me to your home. You immediately made me feel as if I had always been apart of your family. Your kindness radiated throughout every inch of your life and you were always a source of absolute, innate joy. I'm blessed for knowing you and I'll always have a place in my heart for you and the spectacular family you led, loved, and will forever be watching out for from above.
So sorry for your loss. Melissa was a special lady.
Chuck, Tyler and Lawson, I am so sorry for your loss. There are no words at this time to ease your broken hearts. She was a wonderful wife, mother and grandmother and her sweet memories will live on in your hearts until you all reunite. She loved the Lord and I know that you all do also. Some things we will never understand until we reach the other side. In the meantime, lean on the Lord for mercy and grace and I know that HE will see you through. Much Love, Sharon Hughes