David Bryant Modlin Obituary
In loving memory of David Bryant Modlin of Plymouth, North Carolina, who departed this world on March 23, 2026 at the age of 87. David leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, William Haywood Modlin and Harriet Elizabeth "Betty" Waters Modlin; his wife Esther Corinne Harrison Modlin; his granddaughters, Tara Wood and Pamela Berry; his son-in-law Henry Slocumb; and his siblings, Livie Sherman, Blanche Ricks, Dorothy Baggette, Essie Pearl Scott, Dolly Chesson, Mayo Modlin, James Modlin, Bobby Modlin and William Modlin.
He is survived by: his children, Teresa Modlin Slocumb of Belhaven, NC, David Wayne Modlin (Gwen) of Plymouth, NC and Howard Neil Modlin (Barbara) of New Bern, NC; his brother Raymond Earl Modlin (Lydia) of Robersonville, NC; his grandchildren, Julia Lanier, Andrea Taylor, Jerrica Modlin, Neil Modlin, Bryant Modlin, Melissa Modlin, Matthew Ducello, Ily Tillett and Kimberly Jones; and his great grandchildren, Trey, Shane, Gunner, Bryson, Ramses, Ariana, Masen, Maverick, Case, Marina and Jameson. He is also survived by granddaddy, and friend who cherished both his family and his church family.
Flowers are welcome, or memorial contributions may be made to Hope Free Will Baptist Church.
