Perry J. Brown Funeral Home | Greensboro, NC

Obituary For Mrs. Shirley Davis

Shirley Brown Davis was born in Randolph County on May 24, 1940 to the late Alberta Brown and Audie Lee Brown. She was the oldest of seven siblings. Shirley moved to Greensboro, North Carolina when she was in the fifth grade. Bettye S. Matier was her first friend at Washington Street Elementary School. Further studies were completed at James B. Dudley High School and at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University.

Shirley joined St. James Baptist Church in her early years, and later joined St. Stephens United Church of Christ where she was an active member of the church finance committee and the women’s fellowship. Shirley graduated from North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University in 1975 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology and mental health. As a result, she worked with pre-trial and post-trial alcohol and drug offenders with mental health issues.

Shirley acquired extensive training in criminology, mental health, and criminal justice dynamics. She was the director of Judicial Services for Guilford County and the Pride Program, which was a major accomplishment. In conjunction with the leadership of Sheriff B. J. Barnes, the Pride Program served Guilford County offenders and was recognized nationally! Shirley retired from Guilford County Judicial Services after thirty-two years of service.

Shirley was a member of the Old North State Temple #142.

Shirley was preceded in death by her husband: Thomas Davis; daughter: Deborah T. Davis; mother: Alberta Brown; father: Audie Lee Brown; brothers: Arthur Lee Brown and John Moffitt; and grandson: Quentin B. Davis.

Shirley leaves to cherish her memories her granddaughter: Jasmine Davis; great-grandsons: Tyron Davis and Jamere Sesley; sisters: Willie Mae Trapp and Patricia Fitzgerald (Larry); brothers: Nathaniel Brown (Tammy), Larry Brown (Barbara), and Gary Terrell Brown; her very close friends who were like sisters: Edna McCorkle and Jackie Connor; special children: Pat Alston, Pam Alston, Tony Alston, Handy Yates; and a host of other family and friends.

Funeral service will be held Monday, September 19, 2022 at 12pm St. Stephens United Church of Christ . 11:30am Visitation. Burial will follow at Maplewood Cemetery.

Guest Book

I'm so blessed that our paths crossed many years ago,it scares me to think where I might be right now if I hadn't met you. God definitely has Angels on earth and you were One.. Now take your reward.. My sincere condolences to the family T.McRae

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My deepest sympathy to the Davis family in the loss of your loved one. Shirley was like a sister to my brother Roscoe who loved her dearly.

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My condolences to Ms. Dee Family . She was a very sweet lady. She was the only person I would let my daughter stay with over night when her and jazz was small. May you Rest In Peace sweet Angel.

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I extend my condolences and prayers to the Davis family. I will always be grateful for the role she had in my life when I was in college and gave me one of my first jobs in tutoring Jasmine. You will be missed but not forgotten.

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I feel very blessed for having the opportunity to know and work with Shirley Davis for many years at ADS. She was one of the most loving people I have ever known and I learned so much from her. Karen Garafola

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I first met Shirley in 1984 and we were close friends for all those years. People who knew Shirley know how she worked so hard to help people and families who were going through the disease of addiction. She helped so many and she was truly an exceptional person. Greensboro was a better place because of her. Goodbye Mrs.D. Chuck Fortune, former Executive Director of Alcohol and Drug Services.

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Shirley and I were neighbors on Plymouth Street for a long time. Later I would see her often when we both were at the building downtown, always smiling. She was a very special person. I am sending love, hugs and prayers of comfort for her family.

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My sincere condolences and prayers to the family of the late Shirley Davis. She will truly be missed and was such a joy to be around. May God continue to bless you all today and for the days to come. Love and blessings, Bertha Brown

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My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Shirley Davis. I will forever cherish the many conversations we had about life. "RIH" Carrie M. Evans

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To the family and friends of Shirley Davis I send you my deepest and sincere condolences for your loss.I will miss her dearly, RIP your work is done.

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Sincerest Condolences to the friends, family of Ms. Shirley Davis. She was " A Boss" and contributed much to Guilford Cty and Old North State Elks and Golden Girls Social Club. Rest in Power! Audrey M. Hewitt

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Shirley!! I Will miss our talks and your support over the years we worked together at ADS and yourFriendship.Love Clyde Ebron

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Love you Shirley... Chuck and Sandra Fortune

- Charles Fortune

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Aunt Shirley- you became my aunt when I was a young girl and your neighbor on Plymouth Street. Your family became my family and my family became your family. I will miss you so much but know that God makes no mistakes. You have earned your wings so take your rest. I love you forever. Yvonne Gilyard

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Aunt Shirley I will certainly miss you. You have fought the good fight and God is pleased. Take your rest and know that " earth has no sorrow that heaven can not heal". Until we meet again love you Yvonne Gilyard

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Aunt Shirley it brokes my heart to see you go. You will truly be missed. Tell my father, Deb n Quentin I said hello n RIP until we meet again

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With our deepest sympathy from Johnnie Williams an Mary Williams Dutch.

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