John Wayne Davidson

John Wayne Davidson, 77, of Ridgeway, Virginia passed away Monday, January 18, 2021, at SOVAH Health of Martinsville. He was born September 1, 1943 in Saltville, Virginia to the late John H. Davidson and Kansas Ernest Davidson. He loved music and played the bass, mandolin, guitar and banjo. John loved the Lord, his “Carol”, his family and friends. He loved playing music for the Lord. John played in many bands throughout his life, which included Johnson & Co, Stage Coach, and The Southern Gentlemen. He enjoyed picking with the Bojangles crowd. He was known for his love of music and his banjo. He worked for American Furniture for 45 years.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Darren Davidson; sister, Judy Davidson; and brother, Ronnie Davidson.

Mr. Davidson is survived by his wife, Carolyn Mabes Davidson; daughters, Sharon Smith, Nikki Holland (Mitchell); son, Danny Davidson (Dana); step-daughters, Leslie Ramey (Rick), Angie Morton, Amy Garland (James), Jackie Manuel (Daniel); sisters, Peggy DeBord, Dolly Carter (Robert); brother, Dan Davidson (Shirley); fifteen grandchildren; and ten great-grandchildren.

There will be a funeral service on Thursday, January 21, 2021, at 2:00 P. M. at Wright Funeral Service Chapel. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service. Burial will be at a later date.

Wright Funeral Service & Crematory is serving the family. Online condolences may be made at www.wrightfuneralservices.ne