Donald Philip Davis

September 23, 1935 - November 25, 2021

Donald (Don) Phillip Davis passed away at his home on Thursday, November 25th, at the age of 86. He was preceded in death by his wife of 64 years, JoAnn Rummage Davis; his mother Elizabeth Davis Rush; and his stepfather Alfred H. Rush. Don is survived and remembered by his daughter Donna Davis Jetton (Randy) of Richfield, NC, his son Doug Davis (Kathy) of High Point, NC; five grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. Don was born in Albemarle, NC in 1935. From 1954 to 1958, he served in the United States Air Force. After returning to Stanly County, he opened Richfield Tire and Retreading in November 1958. He would later sell the company to Galloway and begin a career with Confederate Chevrolet from August 1965 to October 1979. It was at this time that he began his real estate career and opened Sun Realty in 1984. He would operate Sun Realty until 2012, when he closed it to spend time with and care for his wife. Don enjoyed NASCAR, serving at Richfield Baptist Church, the natural beauty of Stanly County, spending time with his family, and in his later years, collecting various artwork. The family will receive visitors at Stanly Funeral Home, 1835 Badin Road, Albemarle, NC on Tuesday, November 30th from 5:00 – 7:00pm. A service of remembrance will be held at Richfield Baptist Church, 402 S. Main Street, Richfield, NC. on Wednesday, December 1st at 2:00pm with the Rev. Dale Collingwood and Dr. Randy Jetton officiating. Interment to follow at Richfield Cemetery, 221 Cemetery Street in Richfield, NC. Flowers may be sent to: Stanly Funeral Home and Cremation Care 1835 Badin Road, Albemarle NC, 28001 Condolences for the family may be offered online at www.stanlyfuneralhome.com