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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Iam so sorry for your loss she was a great lady.