May God bless you and your...
I miss you
Michael Davis
December 20, 2012 | Charleston, IL
0
1
Photo courtesy of Adams Funeral Chapel - Charleston
Jerry R. Davis
Oct 7, 1952 - Nov 27, 2012
Guest Book
Mary Anne, I was very sorry to hear of your loss. (My mom, Mary Hackett, sits by you at Mass.) You are often in my thoughts and prayers.
Katie Hackett
December 19, 2012 | Terre H Aute, IN
0
1
jerry you will be missed. love you
mary anne davis
December 13, 2012 | Charleston, IL
0
1
Thoughts and prayers for the family of a good friend. I will always remember the trips to Charlotte to the races. Roo Roo was always cheering for #24 no matter what...RIP my friend
Jay Dee Garrard
December 01, 2012 | Charleston, IL
0
1
Mary Anne, Lisa, Michael, Melissa, Courtney, and Brianna,
We are so sad to hear of your loss. Your family was so kind to us while we were neighbors and your kindness has never been forgotten. Our hearts go out to all of you during this difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Alisha, Kaylee, and Zachary Banion
November 30, 2012 | Charleston, IL
0
1
Mary Ann,Lisa,and the Tichenor girls: I am so sorry to hear of the Loss of your loved one.You are in our thoughts and prayers.May wonderful memories comfort and cherish,and the Love of the Lord enfold you.
The Bennett's -Effingham,IL
Will Diane Logan Shawn Carter
November 29, 2012
0
1
Our deepest condolences to the entire Davis family. We know that Jerry was well loved and loved well in return. We are unable to attend the visitation but wanted you guys to know that you will be in our prayers.
Moose, Juli and Jerik Bishop
November 29, 2012 | Greenup, IL
0
1
Uncle Jerry you will be missed. The memorial video was a beautiful tribute to you. Aunt MaryAnne, I'm sorry that we won't be able to be there for the services, but know that you and yours are in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless.
Louise Knauf
November 29, 2012 | Monument, CO
0
1
Jerry I did not know u personally but I did have the chance to take care of you while in the hospital and you were a very sweet and cool guy.. I know your family and they are very sweet and friendly. I am so sorry for your guys' loss and my heart and prayers go out to you and your family. May God bless you and your family in this time of loss..
Renee Fuller
November 29, 2012 | Charleston, IL
0
1
Obituary
Jerry's Obituary
CHARLESTON, IL – Jerry R. Davis, age 60 of Charleston, passed away on Tuesday, November 27, 2012 at Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center. Visitation for family and friends will be held Friday, November 30, 2012 from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. at Adams Funeral Chapel in Charleston. Graveside Services honoring and celebrating his life will begin at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 1, 2012 at Rest Haven Memorial Gardens in Mattoon with Father John Titus officiating. Military Services will be conducted at the graveside by the Honor Guard of the Charleston VFW Paul McVey Post 1592 of Charleston. It is requested that memorial gifts in his honor be made to MaryAnne Davis to be used for the Bend Community Club. Gifts may be left on the memorial table at the visitation or mailed to Adams Funeral Chapel, 2330 Shawnee Drive, Charleston, IL 61920.
Jerry was born on October 7, 1952 in Charleston, Illinois and was a son of the late Ross and Celia (Stokes) Davis. He married MaryAnne Schalasky on November 9, 1974 at St. Valentine's in the Bend near Oblong, Illinois. He is survived by MaryAnne, his loving and devoted wife of thirty-eight years, three children, Lisa Davis Tichenor and Michael Davis, both of Charleston and Melissa Cotch and husband Nicholas of Clermont, Florida; two grandchildren, Breanna and Courtney Tichenor of Charleston; a sister, Lynn Davis of Charleston; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents he was preceded by a brother, Gale Davis.
Jerry was a United States Army Veteran and honorably served his country during the Vietnam War. He was a Life Member and Past Commander of the Charleston VFW Paul McVey Post 1592; a member of the Patriots, Berwyn Cisero VietNow, the Howard County Vietnam Veterans Association and a member of the former Charleston Eagles Club.
Jerry's primary hobby was airplanes and he enjoyed assembling airplane models. He was knowledgeable on the different types and models of planes and could talk planes with the best of them. A highlight in his life was piloting the Goodyear Blimp and was made a Charter Member of the Goodyear Blimp Club. He was also a NASCAR enthusiast and a Jeff Gordon fan.
Jerry was a loving husband, a devoted father and a doting grandfather. His friends and family will miss his presence in their lives but will treasure their many fond memories. Click here to view Jerry's memorial video.
Read More