Allen Carlton Davis

Allen Carlton Davis

Allen Davis Obituary

Published by Morrissett Funeral and Cremation Service from Nov. 20 to Nov. 21, 2008.
DAVIS, Allen Carlton, 84, of Richmond, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, November 19, 2008. Mr. Davis was a retired lieutenant from the Chesterfield Police Department with 30 years of service. He was born in Scottsville, Va., on September 22, 1924. Prior to his police service, he worked as a clerk with the C&O Railroad for 14 years and served in the U.S. Navy during WWII. He was a member of the Henrico Union #130 Masonic Lodge since 1948, the Scottish Rite, Acca Shrine, Legion of Honor, Manchester Shrine Club and Manchester Moose #699. He also was a member of John Marshall F.O.P. Lodge #2, Retired Richmond Police Officers Association. He served as a past president of Virginia Crime Clinic Chapter #2 and was past president of Virginia Credit Card Investigators Association. Allen was a longtime member of Beulah United Methodist Church. He was preceded in death by his wife, Gloria S. Davis. He is survived by his daughter, Crystal Davis Grady, and Jay Taylor; stepdaughters, Betty Glover and Rebecca B. Magee and her husband, Joe; stepson, Stephen E. Baril and his wife, Mary; sister, Bea Thacker; grandchildren, Elizabeth, Sydney and Dalton Baril. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday with a Masonic Service at 7:45 p.m., and 10 to 11 a.m. Saturday at the Morrissett Funeral Home, 6500 Iron Bridge Rd. (Rte. 10). His funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Interment will follow in Dale Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that memorial contributions be made to the Shriners Hospital for Children, c/o Acca Temple, P.O. Box 9217, Richmond, Va. 23227.


This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.

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November 28, 2008

R. Kenneth Ballowe sR. posted to the memorial.

November 23, 2008

Linda Womack King posted to the memorial.

November 23, 2008

Joe Mitchell posted to the memorial.

R. Kenneth Ballowe sR.

November 28, 2008

I knew Allens father many years ago since he and my dad worked toghether on the C&O R.R. I only met Allen after I retired from R.P.D. in 1991. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Allen will be greatly missed.

Linda Womack King

November 23, 2008

Your mom and dad will be missed. Even after my mom had moved to PA both your mom and dad remained true friends and communicated often. The fish frys, basement parities, fresh vegtables, birthday lunches and friends that have always been there... are things that I hear my mom say as she deals with the sorrow of having lost both of her best friends. Linda Womack King

Joe Mitchell

November 23, 2008

My prayers are with Allen's family at this time. I knew allen from the FOP and the RRPOA. Allen was a good person. I just spoke with him two weeks ago when he called to wish me a happy birthday. He always called membes on their birthdays.

Charlie (CW) Schumaker

November 22, 2008

Allenl (Carlton} grew up together in Scottsville, Va. He was well loved by all who knew him. Hard to believe that he is gone. A good friend. Will miss him. Charlie (CW) Schulmaker, Jr.,

Nancy Denby

November 21, 2008

To Allen's family ~
I just want to apologize for spelling Allen's name as Alan. I think I reverted to Alan after seeing Al, but that's no excuse. My message was correct otherwise!
Sincerely,

Jim Rose

November 21, 2008

To Allens Family,

I met Allen many years ago in my work as a retail store manager. I not only enjoyed talking and working with him, but also learned quite a lot from him. While I had not seen him in many years, he still crossed my mind on quite a few occassions. He will be greatly missed by not only those who knew him, but by the community as a whole!

William (Bill) Shuman

November 21, 2008

Allen and I go back many years, and I will always remember him, and will miss his call on my birthday, as he has alway done for many years..

I am sorry that I can not be there in Richmond, with his family and friends, but I am at home with my wife who has just come home from back surgery and needs my loving care.
God has one more good policeman to walk the beat.

Bill

Robert Walker

November 21, 2008

I am glad I was able to see and visit with Al on my last visit to the FOP lodge this past year. He was a great ambassador for the FOP and RRPOA. He was always having a kind word and thought for others as evidenced by his famous birthday calls. We will miss him. May he rest in peace.

Jimmy and Frances Coffey

November 21, 2008

To Allen's family
It was a honor and pleasure working with Allen as a police officer,he was a true friend and a brother. Alllen will be missed by all. We will be praying for you during this time of sorrow.

Jimmy and Frances Coffey

November 21, 2008

To Alan's family
It was a honor and pleasure working with Alan as a police officer,he was a true friend and a brother. Alan will be missed by all. We will be praying for you during this time of sorrow.

Bill Stebbins

November 21, 2008

Crystal,
I don't even have the words to express my sorrow for you and your family. Your Mom and Dad were both such special people and a joy to be around. We can take comfort in knowing that they are in a much better place and they are together again.
With Love,
Bill Stebbins and Family

Thad & Patricia Jones

November 21, 2008

Allen was a unsung hero to many people without any acknowledgement. God has reunited a loveable and wonderful couple. May their souls rest peacefully.

Mike & Gerry Thompson

November 20, 2008

Al...a friend, a brother that will be truly missed by all of us at the Manchester Moose Lodge. We enjoyed his humor and talent as he played with the Manchester Strings. He and Gloria are together once again...Al missed her so.

Huey Singleton

November 20, 2008

Al and I go back many years and I can truly say that I had one the greatest friends a person could ever have. My prayers and thoughts are with the family.

Rick Pleasants

November 20, 2008

I can only echo the comments of so many retired police officers who knew Allen. He was a true friend and gentleman, and will be missed by so many people. May his family be in all our prayers.

Diane Reid

November 20, 2008

Crystal,
I am so very sorry for the loss of your father. I can't imagine how hard it is for you to lose your mother and now your father. I enjoyed them both so much. I always counted on seeing them at Moose functions. May your memories help you through this difficult time.
Diane, WOTM

Nancy S. Denby

November 20, 2008

To Alan's family ~ He's gone to be with his beloved Gloria and watch over all of us from above. Alan and Gloria were such a wonderful couple and we enjoyed seeing them at events at the Moose Lodge. Especially appreciated by me was Alan's wonderful gardens (veggies & flowers). The irises I got from Alan hadn't bloomed at all (for 3-4 years!) until this summer...I told him they bloomed for Gloria...now I know they bloomed for Alan too! May all of your many memories enfold and comfort each of you in God's love.
Sincerely,
J. Richard Seeds, Sr., Richmond and

Dick Acampora (Ret/ Lt. RPD)

November 20, 2008

Al was a great friend. He could always be counted on to give you a call on your birthday and give you a call when a fellow police officer died. We will all miss his smile and handshake when we met. He will truly be missed.

Bill Bradham

November 20, 2008

Occasionally in life we are given special treasures, and I consider Al as one of mine. I knew on my birthday, he would be the first person to telephone in the morning. It was an honor to have known him through the years.

Nick & Betty Hajacos

November 20, 2008

Al was a very fine musician to many of his musician friends. Our prayers are with you durning this diffucult time. Please accept our deepest sympathies. May your wonderful memories bring you comfort..God Bless..

Charles Patterson

November 20, 2008

Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever. I will never forget Allen as You could always count on him calling you on your birthday and wishing you a happy birthday. The Lord is sure to tell him "Job well done my loyal and faithful friend" I had the pleasure and honor of working with Allen in the past and being a friend as a member of the RRPOA. Please take comfort in knowing that he is watching over all of us.

Buddy Bass

November 20, 2008

Allen was a fine and faithful friend. May he now rest in peace with Gloria.

The Staff of Morrissett Funeral Home

November 20, 2008

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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