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Obituary For Reverend Homer Dawkins

Reverend Homer Dawkins passed away on Saturday September 25, 2021.

Homer Clayton Dawkins was born in Greensboro, N.C. to the late Laura Mattie Dawkins and Scott Daye on July 16th, 1942. He received his elementary education through the Greensboro Public School System and graduated from James B. Dudley High School in 1959. “Dutch” (as he was known by friends and family) sought to further his education by attending N.C. A&T State University until he decided to serve his country by enlisting in the United States Navy in 1961. He served in many foreign deployments (most notably Vietnam) and received an honorable discharged from the Navy in August 1966. After his time in the military, he returned home to Greensboro with intentions of going back to A&T to pursue his degree in Physical Education and become a Physical Therapist. However, Dutch settled into the world of sales and worked as a successful car salesman for over 30 years. Despite having found his niche, God had other plans for him. Homer received and accepted “the call” into the ministry in late 1984. He became a candidate for ministry in 1985 and completed the required course of study at the Duke Divinity School in 2001. He was ordained at the Annual United Methodist Conference of Western North Carolina by Bishop Charlene Kamarer in 2000. Reverend Dawkins served appointments to the St. Peter/Feree’s Chapel United Methodist Church Charge in Randleman, NC for 8 years; followed by the Holmes Grove UMC in Greensboro, NC for 8 yrs. Most recently, he served the Withers Chapel UMC in Belews Creek, NC for 9 years until he retired in June of 2019.

Dutch was married to the lovely Evelyn Raye Shoffner in which they celebrated their 55th anniversary on August13th, 2021. Their union was inseparable. In addition to his parents, Dutch is preceded in death by Michael Dawkins, Sr. (brother), Michael Dawkins, Jr. (nephew) and Jaye Ross Dawkins (grandson). Left to cherish his fond memories are his wife, Evelyn Raye Shoffner; four (4) sons: Tyrone (Chantelle), Quenton (Margaret), Sean (Roslyn) and Kyle (Raleta); nine (9) grandchildren (Marcus, Kiah, Kameron, Jordan, Ryan, Xavier, Natalia, Dakota, Nathaniel) and two (2) siblings: Deborah and Timothy Daye.

Dutch had numerous hobbies and interests which included cooking, photography, watching sports on t.v. and home improvement projects when time permitted. He loved his family, but he especially adored his grandchildren where he was affectionately known as “G-Poppy” or “Pop-Pop”. After a brief illness God called his servant home on Saturday, September 25th, 2021. In a moment of reflection during his latter years, Reverend Dawkins said that he felt his purpose was to “help somebody and be a blessing to others”. He said that if he had done that, then he had fulfilled what God wanted him to do.

A Celebration of life service will be held on Monday October 4,2021 at St. Matthews United Methodist Church,600 East Florida Street. The visitation will begin at 10:00am and the service will follow at 10:30 am. Burial will be at Lakeview Cemetery.

Services Entrusted to Perry J. Brown Funeral Home (336)-272-6109

Guest Book

When I heard the news, my heart was broken. My prayers go out to the entire Dawkins family. Rev. and Mrs. Dawkins were EXTREMELY kind to me during my childhood. Rev. Dawkins will always have a place in my heart. May he rest in peace. Dr. John W. Hodge and Family of Hampton, VA.

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I am deeply and sincerely sorry to hear of your loss. I hope it comforts you to know that your loved one positively impacted so many lives and will be truly missed. Sending my heartfelt thoughts, prayers and love. Katrina Smith, Charlotte, NC

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Raye, Sean and Kyle, sending heartful sympathy of the passing of our dear friend and classmate Rev. Homer Dawkins. Dudley High School class of 1960, Betsy C. Brown

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Raye I am truly sorry to hear of Dutch passing. I will remember our good times together. Take . Lewis Brandon

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My condolences to my Dear Hampton friend Raye and family. Sylvia Bacote and Family

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To my beautiful Hampton friend, Raye, Sean, Kyle and all the family, I am praying and sending condolences to each of you. I am sadden to loose such a long-time friend as your husband and father. May God keep you close and give you peace during this difficult time. Love and blessings, Barbara Boulware and family.

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The Reverend Homer Dawkins truthfully fulfilled his purpose in life. In the seventies, I was involved in a serious car accident near his home. Rev. Dawkins was first on the scene, opening a crushed door to allow my exit. I would always thank him. He is a blessing to me. I am sure that he is resting in peace with God. Stephanie Henderson

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Praying for all of you! Rev. Linda Moore - Zion Hill United Methodist Church

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I thank God for Rev. Dawkin's life and ministry. It is because of him, I am a minister today. So I will forever be grateful for him. He was also a father figure to me because he reminded me of my Daddy. I will truly miss him. He taught us well at Withers Chapel. We at Zion Hill United Methodist Church will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers. Know that God is with you as you mourn Rev. Dawkins passing. God is right there alongside of you to comfort your hearts. Grace and Peace.

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You have our sincere and deepest sympathy.God bless you all. Rev.& Mrs.Albert O. Perkins,Sr. Kings Mountain,N.C.

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Sending healing prayers and comforting hugs. I am so sorry for your loss. As the intended recipient of his "...invaluable advice, at the most perfect times," he will be remembered as positively impacting my life, as well as the lives of others. Alan Jones - Carlsbad, CA.🙏

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Sean, Kyle and family, I am thinking of you all and praying for you! May God continue to hold you all close and guide you. With much love and support! ~ Kathy Miller (the late Mike Dawkins Jr.'s fiancee').

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A hero of mine for over 50 years, and just an amazing individual. All of our love remains with the family. May his resounding leagacy cover you all with peace and pride. Dale & Wanda Jones - Charlotte, NC

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