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Elizabeth DAVIS Obituary
She was born June 11, 1917, to the late Cary and Minnie Lowe. She was also a resident of Newport News, Va., for more than 65 years.
She retied from Langley AFB in 1977. She was a member of First Baptist Church Jefferson Park and served on the Missionary Board. She was a member of the Orcutt Senior Citizens and member of the Doris Miller Community Center.
She was preceded in death by her husband , Herman F. Davis.
She is survived by one son, Herman " Skip" Davis of California; two daughters, Minnie McFarlin (James) of Hampton, Va., and Sandra Clinton (Richard) of Suffolk, Va.; grandchildren, Crystal Davis (Marcus), Otis Cartledge, Katrina Clinton, Mica Davis, Herman Davis Jr., Edwina Daniels (Robert), Cheryl Harrington (Norman), Kirk McFarlin, Derrick McFarlin (Priscilla); one sister-in-law, Marie Lowe; 16 great-grandchildren; goddaughter, Tina Johnson; and a host of nieces, nephews and friends.
Viewing will be held from noon to 6 p.m. Friday, Jan. 8, 2009, at Cooke Bros. Funeral Chapel, 1601-27th St., Newport News, Va. Funeral services will be held 1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 9, 2009, at First Baptist Church Jefferson Park. Interment will follow in Hampton Memorial Gardens. Family and friends are to assemble by 11:30 a.m. at 3560 Jackson Road, Suffolk, VA 23434. Condolences may be sent to www.cookebros.com. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Carolyn Hines (Beck)
January 13, 2010
Sandra and Minnie,
I just found out about your mom. I remember the last time I conversed with her was at the cookout, maybe a year or two ago. She was a very spry and energetic woman. My heartfelt prayers are with you. Minnie, I am sorry that I missed seeing you. My mom went to be with the Lord 10/29/08. Our families remained friends for many years.
Tracy Cuffie
January 8, 2010
Ms. Clinton, Otis and family,
I am truly sorry to hear about your loss. Although I never met Ms Davis, Otis always spoke very fondly of his granny and her impact on his life. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. May God continue to strengthen and bless you all.
Tracie Jones-Lassiter
January 8, 2010
Sandra and Family,
Our heartfelt sympathy is shared with you on your loss. "Big Ma" was an exceptional lady who will never be forgotten. May God continue to strenghten and bless all of you during this difficult time.
Elton Fortson
January 7, 2010
As you comprehend this profound loss, let yourself cry knowing each tear is a note of love rising to the heavens. Although it's difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, may looking back in memory help comfort you and your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Elton Fortson (co-worker)
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