John Edward Downing Sr.
May 7, 1944 - March 19, 2020
John Edward Downing, Sr. of Ahoskie, NC departed this life on Thursday, March 19, 2020 at Vidant Roanoke Chowan Hospital in Ahoskie, NC. A native of New York, he was born on May 7, 1944 to the late John Henry Downing and Bernice Saunders Downing. He retired from Home Depot as a salesman. He leaves to cherish his memories: his devoted wife, Hazel Williams Downing of the home; (3) sons, John Edward Downing, Jr. of Ahoskie, NC, Tracy Downing (Brenda) of Newark, NJ and Michael Williams (Helena) of Ahoskie, NC; (6) sisters; Maxine Rankins of Hexlena, NC, Gladys Saulsbury of Powellsville, NC, Rosa Battle of Windsor, NC, Marion Swain (Jerry) of Colerain, NC, Gladys Lane and Viola Cherry (Moses) of Perrytown, NC; (3) brothers; Larry Saulsbury of Como, NC, Johnnie Saulsbury (Rhonda) of Greenville, NC and Ronald Saulsbury of Harrellsville, NC; (3) grandchildren; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.
John Edward Downing, Sr. of Ahoskie, NC departed this life on Thursday, March 19, 2020 at Vidant Roanoke Chowan Hospital in Ahoskie, NC. A native of New York, he was born on May 7, 1944 to the late John Henry Downing and Bernice Saunders Downing.... View Obituary & Service Information