James Gathings

James Eugene Gathings, age 83, of Lexington, North Carolina, passed away on Sunday, January 18, 2026, at Lexington Medical Center.

Born on July 7, 1942, he was the son of the late Morris Cecil Gathings and Virginia Beckham Gathings. James proudly served his country in the United States Army and later devoted many years of hard work to LaFave Construction, where he retired as a superintendent. He was a man known for his strong work ethic, quiet strength, and dedication to providing for his family. James was of the Baptist faith.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his daughter, Joretta Gibson; and his brothers, Gerald Gathings, Cecil Gathings, Barry Gathings, Roger Gathings, and David Gathings.

Those left to cherish his memory include the love of his life, Wanda Leonard; his sons, Travis Hinson (Tracy) and Tony Gathings (Tanya Gentrey); four grandchildren, Holly Gibson, Ricky Lee Gibson II, Trevor Hinson, and Hunter Hinson; four great-grandchildren, Clara Lookadoo, Murphy Hinson, Nova Lee Gibson, and Negan Gibson; and two great-great-grandchildren, Rosemary Martinez and Carlos Martinez.

A Celebration of Life will be held at 2pm on January 31, 2026, at Amvets Post 13, 423 Marco Blvd, Lexington, NC 27295.

Davidson Funeral Home, Lexington Chapel, is honored to serve the Gathings family.