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.
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!
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.
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. ππ½ππ½
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.
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
To: The Dawkins Family Sending my Deepest Condolences & Prayers π Tommy & I worked at Copeland together. RIPπΉ
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