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Catherine Marie Davis
SHERMAN, IL -Catherine Marie Davis, 94, of Sherman, died at 1:10 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 9, 2014, at St. John's Hospice.
She was born May 1, 1920, in Elkhart, Ill., to Charles Brennan and Irene Colette Malerich Gleason. She married Merle M. Davis on Dec. 27, 1941, and he preceded her in death on Dec. 25, 2000.
Also preceding her in death were her parents and three daughters: Katherine Ann Buhr, Marilyn Jo Butchek and Angela Marie Davis.
Survivors include one daughter, Barbara Doud of Athens; three sons, Robert M. Davis of Riverton, Thomas E. (Nancy) Davis of Elkhart and John "Jack" M. Davis of Andrew; nine grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; one sister, Kathleen Cassady of Royal Oak, Mich.; two brothers, Thomas (Patricia) Gleason and William (Sharon) Gleason both of Berkley, Mich.; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.
Catherine was a member of St. John Vianney Church and was very active in the church. She owned and operated her Hair Salon in her home after the birth of her children. After her kids were out of school she went to work for Betties Wigs in Springfield and Lincoln eventually retiring. She volunteered at the Villas and enjoyed sewing with her friends. She enjoyed reading, watching Illini basketball, the St Louis Cardinals and golf.
Visitation: 4-7 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 13, 2014, at Staab Funeral Home with a prayer service at 4 p.m.
Lie In State: 10-11 a.m., Thursday, Aug. 14, 2014, at St. John Vianney Church in Sherman .
Funeral Mass: 11 a.m., Thursday, Aug. 14, 2014, at St. John Vianney Church in Sherman with the Rev. Ralph Zetzl, the Rev. Simon Taabu and Msgr. David Lantz concelebrating. Burial will be at Roselawn Memorial Park.
Memorial contributions may be made to: Juvenile Diabetes Association or St. John Vianney Church.
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The first thing I thought when I heard that Aunt Pete went home to the Lord, is "oh I bet uncle Merle will be so glad to see his bride". I had to smile because I remember how he told me he met her and how much he loved her.
I miss summers swimming in their pool, but oh so thankful for the memories and for the love that Aunt Pete always showed me.
Becky Schwartz
August 15, 2014
Mrs Davis was so good with us kids back in the 60's. As a kid I would stay at their house and she would keep Jack and I on the straight and narrow. Such a gentle lady. Thinking of Jack and all the family.
Casey Finley
August 15, 2014
My thoughts are with the Family at this time. I have very fond memories of Marie and Merle. They were a joy to know.
Cheryl Soerensen
August 12, 2014
Looking back, Marie was one of the first St. John Vianney parishioners we met. She was a remarkable women who appreciated the earth and everything on it. We often marveled at her sense of humor which, along with a strong spirit, she kept to the end. Marie had experienced a life of providing for her loved ones, and yet remained ever grateful for her long, productive life.
Blessings,
Bob & Rosemary Schildgen
August 12, 2014
Dear Davis Family: I will miss seeing your mom at Saturday afternoon mass at SJV when I was back home for a visit. I would always tell her about any Shrine of the Little Flower (Royal Oak, Michigan) news I may have heard since the previous time I had seen her. She was a very nice person and you are blessed to have her in good health for many years. I will place her name on the tomb of Venerable Solanus Casey, OFM Cap. in Detroit.
Michael Allison
August 12, 2014
Barb, Bob, Tom, Jack and all,
My deepest sympathy for your loss! I am so saddened! Not only was your mom, my Aunt "Pete", she was also my Godmother. As I was growing up she was an inspiration to me in so many ways. So full of life, love, humor, generosity, & strength. I know she will be greatly missed by you all, and so, so many others! May you find comfort in knowing that she is now a true angel with God.
Love and prayers,
Kathryn Franz-Jones
August 12, 2014
Your Mother, Grandmother, was the sweetest ladies we have ever known. Any time we visited St. John Vianney for Mass and she was in attendance, she would always call us by name and tell us how happy she was to see us and how wonderful we looked. If she ever complained it was never when we were visiting with her. What beautiful memories we will always have of her. God Bless Marie and all of you as you live your lives without your Dear Mother.
Chuck and Carol Muller
August 12, 2014
Barb, Bob, Tom, Jack and family,
Sending love from Michigan to all of you. We loved Aunt "Pete" so much. She was such a true delight whenever she visited and it was always SO nice to see her. I know she was a big part in everyone's lives and a blessing to all. She will be missed so very much. God Bless you all.
Chris and Donna Gleason Peurach
Donna Gleason-Peurach
August 11, 2014
God bless all the family at this time.
Ann Gleason-Westendorf
August 11, 2014
I send my most sincere condolences. What a great lady Marie was! I have so many memories from church and her friendship with my grandmother, Eva Smith. I am so sorry for your loss, but know that God is with you.
Joyce Smith Lanier
August 11, 2014
All our thoughts and prayers to all of you on your loss. She was a wonderful lady.
Joe and janet bommarito
August 11, 2014
Barb,Bob,Tom,Jack and Family,
Sending our sincere condolences. She touched our lives with her kindness, her smile her energy, her stories and her faith. We will always have great memories of our visits to the farm! Everyone was welcomed. We will miss her.
Love
Frank and Rosamond and family
Frank and Rosamon Gleason
August 11, 2014
Thinking of you at this time and wishing you comfort. So wish I could be there for all of you but you are in my thoughts and prayers. God rest her soul. All my Love.
Theresa Franz-Mentkowski
August 11, 2014
We are sorry to hear about your mother Jack our prayers are with you.Dave and Barb Farley
August 11, 2014
Barbara and family. So sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. She was a sweet, kind, lady. I remember when she worked at Bettie's in Spfld. I had a wig back in the 70's and she would clean and set it for me at Betties..Cherish your wonderful memories.
Joan McFadden Miller
August 11, 2014
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