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Eleanor Davis Obituary
"Baba"
Eleanor Sale Davis, "Baba," 90, of Amherst, passed away Monday, Oct. 25, 2010. She is survived by her husband of 71 years, Marvin Warren Davis Jr.
Born May 12, 1920, in Amherst, she was a daughter of the late Edward Daniel and Verdie Wilmer Sale. She was also preceded in death by four sisters, Grace S. Burford, Susie S. Thornton, Mabel S. Stinnette and Elsie S. Dunnavant; and three brothers, Emmett, Forest and Oscar Sale.
She was the co-owner of Davis Grocery. She was also a member of Midway Baptist Church and the Ladies Auxiliary of the Pedlar Volunteer Fire Department.
Survivors also include her daughter, Joanne Adams Carden, and husband, Joe; a sister, Corrine S. Coffey; two grandsons, Christopher Rae Adams and wife, Kathryn, and Michael Scott Adams and wife, Michelle; four great-grandchildren, Payton Danielle Adams, Caleigh Grace Adams, Katlyn Elizabeth Adams and Carter Bowen; brother-in-law, John Dudley Davis, and wife, Sue; sisters-in-law, Emily Morris and Becky Lane; caregivers and friends, Joy Fulcher, Bettie Austin, Mary Cash, Connie Mawyer, Gayle Douglas, Jean Ware and Floyd Moore; and nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
The family will receive friends from 6 to 8:30 p.m. today, Oct. 26, 2010, at Whitten Monelison Chapel and at other times at the residence of her daughter, Joanne Adams Carden. A funeral service will be conducted at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 27, 2010, at Midway Baptist Church, by the Rev. Hugh Bumgarner. Interment will follow in Allwood Community Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made in lieu of flowers to Midway Baptist Church or to The American Cancer Society.
To send a condolence to the family please visit whittenfuneralhome.com. Whitten Funeral Homes and Cremation Services, Monelison Chapel, is assisting the family.
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Memories and Condolences
for Eleanor Davis
wayne sales
October 29, 2010
Janet and I are saddened to learn of Eleanor's passing. As a child I have so many fond memories of our visits to the store and Uncle Warren's and Aunt Eleanor's home. She will be deeply missed. Wayne and Janet Sales
Maurice & Ann Davis
October 27, 2010
To the family of Mrs. Eleanor Davis our deepest sympathy for your loss. She was a great person and friend to everyone.
Becky Allen
October 26, 2010
Joanne and family,
We're so sorry for your loss. Ed and I both knew Eleanor since we were children. She was a lovely person and know she will be missed by all.
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Becky and Ed Allen
Timmy & Sarah Lewis
October 26, 2010
It is an honor and a blessing to have been loved by BaBa. She will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
October 26, 2010
My deepest sympathy to the family of Mrs. Davis. It was always a pleasure to speak with her when they needed an order for the store. She will be greatly missed. With warmest thoughts and prayers Donald Johns "Conner Produce"
Heather Davila
October 26, 2010
All of our love to the family, Baba will be missed by all of us in the community. I can not say enough wonderful things about her or express how much she was cherished. She will be a very missed part of almost our daily lives.
Heather, David, Mikayla, Dylan & Brody Davila
Lisa Inge
October 26, 2010
So sorry to hear this. This lady was so loved and loved so many! I grew up knowing her and pray that Joanne and family will have their hearts healed quickly!!
October 26, 2010
May God Bless you in this time of sorrow.
Our Love and Prayers are with you.
Randy & Sue Fauber
Margaret Daniel
October 26, 2010
I do not know your family, but I feel I do by Carter. His mom and I teach together. I loved the article in the paper about your family and BABA. What a wonderful couple they were and a special woman. I wish all of you my sincere blessings. Love to the family, Margaret Daniel
Margaret Daniel
Second Grade Teacher
Dwight Fulcher
October 26, 2010
This comunity will miss her so much she touched the hearts and lives of so many people our family will allways cherish our memories of her and pray for her family in this time of sorrow. Dwight D Fulcher and Family
October 26, 2010
BaBa touched the lives of so many people. She was truly a remarkable lady. May many fond memories of her life sustain all of her family and friends during this time of loss.
With our deepest sympathy,
Polly and Johnny Wimer
Lynda & Keith Bowling
October 26, 2010
Mrs. Davis you were one of the most sweet and kind hearted woman I have ever met you will be deeply missed, I remember when we lived down the road from you and Warren and you and I always talked about the kids and the hogs we rasied and always coming to the store, I know you will have a wonderful after life with GOD we will miss you here be we will all be together again God Bless you.
Sandy Carr
October 26, 2010
I wish to thank the family of Mrs. Davis for the opportunity to care for her during this illness. She was truly a magnificent woman, her tremendous love and sense of humor will be greatly missed. My prayers are with all of you as you grieve her loss. Heaven is an even brighter place now.
Love in Christ, Sandy Carr, RN
Gloria Higginbotham
October 26, 2010
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
October 26, 2010
I am sadden by the news of Aunt Eleanor's passing. My prayers go out to Uncle Warren, Joeanne and family. My memories of her will always be in my heart. she was a wonderful, caring person. She always made me feel welcome and no matter when or where I would see her and Uncle Warren; She would smile and give me a hug and ask about my family members. She was truly a wonderful person with a big heart and never knew a stranger. She will be missed by everyone who knew and loved her. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Barbara Coffey-Lovegrove
Mary Parr
October 26, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Kathie Brown-Taylor
October 25, 2010
She was a wonderful & sweet lady. She will be missed greatly.
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