John S. and Helen M. Davis

John S. and Helen M. Davis obituary

John S. Davis Obituary

DAVIS, John S. "Grandpa Davis" and DAVIS, Helen M. "Grandma Davis" of Essexville, Michigan. Mr. and Mrs. Davis died at Bay Regional Medical Center from injuries sustained in an automobile accident. Mr. Davis, age 88, died Tuesday, October 26, 2010. John was born in Clinton, Indiana on January 28, 1922 to the late Steve and Elda (Jones) Davis. He served in the ski patrol unit of the Army during W.W. II. After his discharge he worked at Saginaw Malleable Iron as a production worker, and later as a General Foreman. He retired after 34 years of service. In retirement John read storybooks at many Bay City schools and was known to the students as "Grandpa Davis". Mrs. Davis, age 85, died Saturday, October 30, 2010. Helen was born in Saginaw, Michigan on December 18, 1924 to the late Willis and Bertha (Abbott) Bennett. Helen worked at J.C. Penney in Green Acres Plaza. In retirement, Helen volunteered as a puppeteer for Kids On The Block, a traveling puppet show about children with disabilities through the Bay City Public Schools. John and Helen were known for their elaborate holiday displays. They loved to bowl and travel; their favorite place to visit was Niagara Falls. Mr. and Mrs. Davis are survived by their children: John (Jean) Davis of Clio, Michigan, Yvonne Pinnell of Fremont, Michigan, Dennis (Joan) Davis of Auburn, Indiana, Dorayne (Julius) Peitsch of Higgins Lake, Michigan, and Lori (James) Tomkinson of Auburn, Michigan. Also surviving are 14 grandchildren: John Davis III, Kevin, Michael, and Jamie Davis, Jeff and James Pinnell, Jeannette Davis-Merica, Dennis Davis JR and Brian Davis, Tara Peitsch-Hardy and Kristi Peitsch, Kayleen Alexander-Tomkinson, Lisa and Melissa Tomkinson; 22 great grandchildren; 4 great great grandchildren; Mr. Davis's sister, Vivian (Richard) Morotzke of Bay City, Michigan; and Mrs. Davis's brother, Willis (Janice) Bennett of Gladwin, Michigan. A private celebration of their lives will be announced at a later date. Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider memorial contributions to the Multiple Sclerosis Foundation of Michigan, or to a charity of their choice. Arrangements by Hyatt Ewald Funeral Home Inc., Bay City. To sign the online guest book and leave words of sympathy go to www.hyattewald.com . Hyatt-Ewald Funeral Home and Cremation Services Bay City, Michigan

Published by Bay City Times on Nov. 7, 2010.
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To the Davis Family: I was shocked and so deeply saddened to hear about John and Helen. I was their neighbor in Essexville for the last 5 years. It really made my day when, coming home from work, I'd have a chance to talk with John or Helen in the parking lot. They were the most interesting and wonderful people and I'm sure going to miss them both.

Judy Schwartz

November 20, 2010

Jean and John--I'm sorry to hear about your parents. I really didn't get to know them but I Know the two of you and it's going to be a hard road. Stay strong. I'm Elmers sister in Florida, (Jeans aunt). My thoughts and prayers are with the families. Shirley Jones(Bonita Springs, Florida.)

November 12, 2010

Dodie and Family,

Don and I were saddened to hear of the loss of your wonderful parents. Their legacy lives on in you and your family. You are in our thoughts and prayers

Jan & Don La Brenz II

November 9, 2010

Dear family of Aunt Helen and Uncle John, I so cherish the memories of our family during the holidays at the house on Weiss St. They also would come over to my Grandma's house in the city. So looked forward to seeing them throughout the years at family weddings and parties. What a wonderful couple! Love Kelly

Kelly O'Connell Ahrens

November 8, 2010

Lori,

My sympathy goes out to you and your family in the loss of your wonderful parents....I remember Grampa Davis coming to Mackensen School when I was a secretary there. The children always looked forward to him coming and reading to them.
Sincerely, (Mrs.) Darleen Herner

November 8, 2010

To the family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Hold on to your memories and remember that you God has two more angels in Heaven to look over you.

Jennifer LaBrenz

November 8, 2010

I KNOW YOU DO NOT KNOW ME, BUT YOUR MOTHER AND FATHER WERE GREAT FRIENDS OF MINE, I USED TO DRAW THEIR BLOOD AT QUEST DIAGNOSTIC. I WILL MISS THEM DEARLY, I MOVED AWAY FROM FROM THE AREA ALMOST A YEAR AGO AND I SPOKE WITH THEM VIA PHONE TIME TO TIME, I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.EDITH DELPHINE LEWIS

EDITH LEWIS

November 8, 2010

JOHN AND JEAN Sorry to hear of your loss thinking of you..AUNT DOE.

November 8, 2010

My sister and I would like to express our condolences on the loss of your parents.

We met some of you in the ICU Lounge when our dad was a patient there.

We know how heart broken you all must be.

You are in our thoughts and prayers, Ann and Mary Lou

Mary Wisniewski

November 8, 2010

Dear Family of Helen and John,
We were neighbors of your parents for several years and then moved to Ironwood Estates about 1/2 mile away. We kept in touch with them before moving to Houghton Lake. We have had them and all of you in our thoughts and prayers since we heard the news. They were wonderful neighbors and friends. We loved sitting and chatting with them. They always made you feel welcome in their home. We have heard about all of you over the years...They were so proud of their large and growing family. Try to find peace in the fact that they are together in heaven watching over all of you. I have recently lost both of my parents to cancer-ten months to the day apart. My mother was lost after my Dad died. I have tried to find peace in the thought that they are happy and together in heaven. I knew my parents were going and I still had and am still having a hard time with it. I can't imagine how you must feel. I know how we have grieved for them since we got the news. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers. Love Debbie and Charlie Blanchard 111 Chinook Trail, Prudenville

November 7, 2010

We are so sorry to hear about your parents. We just heard today. Loosing both of your loved ones seems unbearable but friends and family will hopefully ease some of the pain. You are in our thougts and prayers. Please know we are here if you need anything.

Bill and Cathy Rosenberg

November 7, 2010

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