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Alphonso DAVIS Obituary
He was the second child of the late Joseph and Margaret Davis born on April 14, 1928.
Alphonso was a proud graduate of the Huntington High School Class of 1948 in Newport News, Va.
He was a member of the U.S. Army from 1950 to 1953. He retired from the U.S Postal Service as a Letter Carrier in 1983 after 30 years of service.
Alphonso was joined in matrimony to Ernestine Cooper in 1951. From this union three children were born, one son, Glen C. Davis (Cynthia), Hampton, Va.; two daughters, Kathy Reedy (Garry), Carrollton, Va., and Althea 'Sandy' Gibson (deceased). He also leaves to cherish his memory a sister, Marie Stanley of Conway, S.C.; and a brother, Harry Lee Davis of Hampton, Va.; four grandchildren, Garry Reedy Jr., Kristin Austin (Larry), Miles and AndrE Davis; four great-children and a host of family and friends.
Alphonso will be remembered for sharing his time and energy with family and friends.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association at http://www.alz.org/join_the_cause_donate.asp.
A memorial homegoing service will be held at noon on Saturday, April 24, at Second Baptist Church East End, 3307 Chestnut Ave Newport News, VA 23607. The family will receive guests from 10:45 to 11:45 a.m. in the church sanctuary.
The Davis family is receiving services of comfort at Nickelson-Cummings Funeral Home, 4304 Victoria Blvd., Hampton, (757) 728-0122. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Alphonso DAVIS
Kent Jennings and family
April 26, 2010
Mrs. Davis and family,
I was very saddened to hear of Mr. Davis' passing. I've missed him during his illness, the jokes and fun we'd have, the wisdom he'd share. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Butch Douglas
April 25, 2010
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help at this time.
Harvey B Braxton
April 24, 2010
Dear Ernestine
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorry.
Harvey Braxton, HHS Class of 1948
Clinton, Maryland
April 24, 2010
To the Davis family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God bless you.
Alice Carter Gatling Rainey (class mate) and family. Newport News, Va.
Annette
April 24, 2010
RIP
April 23, 2010
To The Davis Family,
As a member of the old neighborhood, 36th St., I remember many a day passing by your house on my way to the corner store. Mr Alphonso would be sitting on the front porch. He hever failed to give me or my siblings a hearty greeting and engage us in conversation. We were blessed to know him. Josephine Flack-Stith. Hampton, Va
TeeBug&Beverly Johnson
April 23, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
James Grant Jr.
April 23, 2010
We are sorry to hear of your great loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.
James & Juanita Grant and Gail Brown
Delores Ricks Bramlett
April 23, 2010
To The Davis Family:
Sorry to hear of the passing of Alphonso. May God's blessings of love and peace be with you at this difficult time and in the years to come.
Melvin & Beatrice Turner
April 23, 2010
We hope knowing friends are here to support you threw this difficult time will provide some comfort to your family. You are not alone.
With Love Mel and Bea Turner
Audwin Chandler Vaughn
April 23, 2010
To: Mrs.Davis,Glen, Kathy and extended relatives: For with the Lord Jesus Christ all things are possible!!" I Go Now To Prepare A Place For You" May the Comfort of Family and Friends soothe your Hearts and Minds to the Beautiful Memories you will always Treasure of your Husband and Father Mr. Alphonso Davis a Beautiful Person, Father Grand Father, Great -Grand Father, and Friend. From the Neighbors of the 1000 block of 33rd Street!
Lovingly!!
The family of the late Mr. & Mrs. Willie R. and Marnie B. Vaughn
Keith "Wendel" Horne, Jr.
April 23, 2010
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help at this time.
Thursa Crittenden
April 23, 2010
To the Davis Family
I was saddened to hear about the loss of Mr. Davis. He will be remembered by me with great delight. He was indeed one of a kind. I'm sure he left countless memories to keep your hearts filled with laughter and joy. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. May God keep you in His love and care.
Thursa and Tommy
Frederick Wells
April 23, 2010
Mrs.Davis,Glenn & Kathy heartfelt condolences at this time remember we'll all see each other in the morning.Love to the family Freddy & Charmin Wells
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