November 1, 2026, 96, – Dollie Ginn Davis Bryant, 96, went home to be with the Lord she so faithfully loved and served on Sunday, November 1, 2026, at Wayne UNC Health in Goldsboro. Born in Wayne County on August 25, 1930, she was one of eleven children born to the late Lonnie Jackson Ginn and Neta Lee Pike Ginn. In addition to her parents, Dollie was preceded in death by her husbands, Rudolph Davis and Marvin Bryant, Jr; and her son, Gerald Davis.
Dollie’s life was a beautiful testimony to her faith in God, her love for people, and her unwavering commitment to serving the Lord. From a young age, she felt a deep connection to the church and dedicated her life to the work of the ministry. Her faith was not simply something she professed; it was something she lived each day through her service, her compassion, and the countless lives she touched along the way. She believed in making the most of every day, enjoyed life, and found joy in loving others and sharing the goodness of God.
A devoted member of the Pentecostal Free Will Baptist Church, Dollie began serving in the church during the 1950s as a Sunday School teacher, youth leader, and choir member. Her willingness to serve wherever she was needed led her to become president of the Ladies Auxiliary and participate in hospital visitation ministry, offering encouragement and spiritual comfort to those in need. Her heart for ministry and her love for the church continued to grow, and in the 1960s, she began serving at the district level as Assistant District Director of Women’s Ministries.
Dollie’s dedication and leadership eventually led her to serve as General Director of Women’s Ministries for the Pentecostal Free Will Baptist Church Conference, a position she faithfully held for more than 32 years. Through her leadership, she encouraged and inspired generations of women to deepen their faith, embrace their calling, and remain steadfast in their service to the Lord. While she held many important positions throughout her years of ministry, one of her greatest honors was serving as an ordained minister in the Pentecostal Free Will Baptist Church. She also had the privilege of serving as a pastor for sixteen years, shepherding others with the same faith and devotion that guided her own life.
Dollie understood that ministry extended far beyond the church walls. It was found in a kind word, a listening ear, a prayer offered at just the right time, and a willingness to show up when someone needed her. Her life reflected the heart of a servant, and her love for people made her ministry personal and meaningful. She spent a lifetime planting seeds of faith, offering hope, and pointing others toward the One she loved most. Her earthly ministry may have ended, but the influence of her faith and the legacy of her service will continue in the hearts of those she touched.
Beyond her many years of ministry, Dollie embraced life with enthusiasm and a spirit of adventure. She loved traveling and was blessed with the opportunity to visit many places around the world, including Jordan, Israel, Italy, Holland, Greece, and Mexico. One particularly meaningful experience was traveling to England as a delegate to a worldwide religious conference, combining her love of travel with her lifelong devotion to her faith. She furthered her education at Wayne Community College and Heritage Bible College, continuing to grow in knowledge as she pursued the calling God had placed upon her life.
Above all her accomplishments, Dollie cherished her family. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and aunt who treasured the relationships God had placed in her life. Her family was an important part of her journey, and she delighted in the love and connections they shared. Dollie’s life reminds us that a legacy is not measured solely by the positions we hold or the places we visit, but by the love we give, the faith we share, and the lives we encourage along the way.
As her family and friends reflect upon her remarkable 96 years, they can take comfort in knowing that Dollie has finished her earthly race and entered into the presence of her Savior. The words of 2 Timothy 4:7-8 offer a fitting tribute to a woman who devoted her life to the Lord: “I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith.” Now, the faithful servant who spent a lifetime sharing the hope of heaven has received the promise she so often proclaimed to others. Though she will be deeply missed, her family can rejoice in the assurance that this is not goodbye forever, but a temporary farewell until they meet again.
Dollie is survived by her daughter, Sheryl Holland and husband, Tony; son, Glen Davis and wife, Rhonda; grandchildren, Jennifer Holland, Tonya Jose (Mike), Justin Davis, Taylor Davis, and Chris Burrell; and two great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her sisters, Betty Tillman and husband, Tommy; Alice Banks; and Louella Blalock; brother, O’Neal Ginn; and several nieces and nephews whom she loved dearly.
The family will receive friends on Friday, November 6, 2026, from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. at Free Chapel P.F.W.B. Church. A service to celebrate Dollie’s life and faith will follow at 2:00 p.m. in the sanctuary with Rev. Preston Heath and Rev. Ronnie Weaver officiating. Interment will follow at Evergreen Memorial Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be given in Dollie’s memory to Free Chapel P.F.W.B. Church, 3302 N.C. Hwy 111 North, Goldsboro, NC 27534
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