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Tommy Dawkins

Passed 02/06/2026

Obituary For Tommy Dawkins

Tommy Lee Dawkins was born in Cleveland County, NC on February 20, 1947 to Robert and Martha Lee Caldwell Dawkins. He transitioned from his earthly home on Friday; February 6, 2026 at Wendover Hospice House, Shelby, NC.

Viewing at the funeral home on Friday; February 13, 2026 from 4 until 6

Funeral on Saturday; February 14, 2026 at Fairview AME Zion Church, Earl, NC at 2:00 with visitation beginning at 1:00

Interment: Fairview AME Zion Church Cemetery, Earl, NC

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RIP until we meet again.

Jackie Wilson

I extend my condolences to our family. Words cannot express my feelings. Tommy was the father of our two daughters: Amanda Shunyette Wilson, stillborn on September 22, 1971, and Keesha Vonkeytra Wilson, born on May 16, 1973, with whom he built a relationship. Tommy loved Keesha, our 7 grandchildren, and 4 great-grandchildren, and me. May his legacy live on. Rest in peace, until we meet again. We love you!

Jackie Wilson

We know Tommy from earlier days at Camp High School. He always shared a smile and had something to say. He will be missed, and we send love, prayers and condolences to the family.

Johnny & Julie C. Brooks

I got to know and worked with Tommy at Fiber Industries. That smile of his was very infectious. His knowledge of life was inspiring to me at the age of 19 and working with older men. Every day I spent around him was remarkable. Getting to play basketball with him was always a joy. So many memories that will never be forgotten . To his Family, he will be missed greatly. I send you all my sincere condolences. πŸ™πŸ½πŸ™πŸ½

Don Davenport

I had the pleasure of working with Tommy at Copeland, he was a hard worker and always had that big smile on his face. My condolences to the family.

Doug Camp

So sorry for your loss, will keep your family in my prayers, love and comfort. Tommy and I grew up together, went to Camp High, will be missed. Lurlean Moses

So sorry

Lurlean Moses

To: The Dawkins Family Sending my Deepest Condolences & Prayers πŸ™ Tommy & I worked at Copeland together. RIP🌹

Brenda McShaw-Jackson

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

Gregory Funeral Service | Gastonia, NC

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