Dabney "Tony" Backus's obituary , Passed away on July 16, 2025 in Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina

Dabney "Tony" Backus

December 23, 1943 - July 16, 2025 (81 years old)

Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina

Dabney "Tony" Backus's obituary , Passed away on July 16, 2025 in Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina

Funeral arrangement under the care of
H. D. Pope Funeral Home

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Dabney "Tony" Backus

December 23, 1943 - July 16, 2025 (81 years old)

Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina

Dabney Backus Obituary

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Dabney Backus (Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina), who passed away on July 16, 2025, at the age of 81, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

As we bid adieu to Dabney's earthly form, let us not dwell on the void left in his wake, but rather celebrate the legacy of love and inspiration Dabney has bequeathed us. For though he may have departed from our sight, his spirit remains a timeless beacon, guiding loved ones through the labyrinth of life's journey.

Visitation was held on Saturday, July 26th 2025 from 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM at the H. D. Pope Funeral Home (520 Smith Church Rd, Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870). A funeral service was held on Saturday, July 26th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the same location. A burial was held on Saturday, July 26th 2025 at 1:00 PM at the Wayman AME Church Cemetery (7020 Wayman Church Rd, Enfield, NC 27823).

Funeral arrangement under the care of
H. D. Pope Funeral Home



Sat

July 26

Visitation

H.D. Pope Funeral Home
520 Smith Church Rd, Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870

Sat

July 26

Funeral service

H.D. Pope Funeral Home
520 Smith Church Rd, Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870

Sat

July 26

Burial

Wayman AME Church Cemetery
7020 Wayman Church Rd, Enfield, NC 27823

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