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Melvin Davis Obituary
Melvin Henry Davis, 79, of Dayton, Ohio, departed this life on January 13, 2024. Proceeded in death by his father Robert L. Harrison, mother J. Celeste Davis; and favorite aunt, Marilyn J. Harrison-Bryant. Retired U. N. Navy. Survived by his wife of 41 years, Beverly J. Davis. Two sisters, Jean Y. Williams of San Diego, CA, and Carole A. Davis. Son Robert K. Davis and daughter Camille A. Davis. One highly regarded niece Bethany "Dana" Davis, and many other aunts, uncles, cousins, and nephews.
Interment: Cremation with military honors and ashes scattered upon the waters from any U.S. Navy Destroyer.
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DJ Hummons
January 24, 2024
Melvin you will be missed, you are a kind soul and always giving, supporting and compassionate of others. May you rest in peace in the arms of Jesus, Forever Grateful for our paths to cross! Enjoying the Memories, The Hummons
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David Johnson
January 23, 2024
Mel and I worked together at Apex for long time . Very nice person . Great work along side Mel in the U J Dept at Apex .
I am so grateful that I got to know Melvin Davi´s .
I can say he was a great friend and coworker .
RIP Mel .
Your friend David Johnson .
R. Davis
January 23, 2024
Melvin was a good natured person. He was a man of good humor. May God give his family comfort and peace during this difficult time.
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