Bertha D. Davis

Bertha Davis Obituary

Bertha D. DAVIS Beloved by family, friends, and students Bertha passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family. Her inspiration, humor and love will continue to impact all those she knew. Born in Seattle in 1914 and long time resident of Ballard she was preceded in death by her parents, sisters, husband (Walt), son-in-law Doug Hoover, and great granddaughter, Payton B. Reese. She is survived by her three daughters Carol Hoover, Karuna Davis, and Judy Harper (Mike); five grandchildren Jeff Hoover (Kristi), Tami Reese (Rob), Karin Hoover (Dave), Jason Harper (Lisa), and Nicole Fenton (John); and seven great grandsons Cameron and Mason Hoover, Todd and Tyler Reese, Brandon and Blake Fenton, and Cody Harper. Earning a bachelor and masters degree from the University of Washington Bertha was a beloved teacher in Ballard for over twenty five years where she taught thousands of students and remembered them all. Just two weeks prior to her passing she was doing what she loved best, teaching Mason Hoover every week. As a community activist she was busy in many organizations and with many projects in Ballard, most recently getting the Ballard Bell to ring. She will be greatly missed. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to The Ballard First Lutheran Church. A Celebration of Life will be held at the Ballard First Lutheran Church on June 9, 2011 at 2pm.

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Published by The Seattle Times on May 29, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Bertha Davis

8 Entries

shannon moran trumble

June 16, 2011

you know i think that alot of us students just loved her so much that we thought that she would live forever. Mrs. Davis, as we all called her was not only loved by all the thousands of students that we fortunate enough to have her but our parents loved her too. I would be with my mom and dad at QFC and there she would be. long conversations would begin between my parents and mrs. davis. she was not only part of the school she was bigger then life in the community as well. I grew up loving to read. one of my fondest memories was the yearly reading of Where The Red Fern Grows by Mrs. Davis. She must have read that book 50 times, but when she was reading it to you, it was just like the first time. all of us sitting there crying when dan and little ann died. Your mom,grandmother and great-grandmother meant so much to so many. i was sick that i didnt here about her passing until yesterday. I am going to do something in her name. Something with reading with children and Where the Red Fern Grows. I am so honored to have known her and my thoughts are with you.
Shannon Moran Trumble-shoreline,wa

Shelley Stokes-Horsley

June 9, 2011

I was so fortunate to have had the opportunity to know this wonderful lady as a student . I was so happy to finally speak with her again 40 years later. I remember calling a number that I hoped might lead to her. When what sounded to me to be a woman with far to much energy to be that of a 97 year old woman,I immediately apologized for bothering her and explained that I'd hoped to locate my 5th grade teacher. She said "well you just did". I told her that she wouldn't remember me and she definitely proved me wrong! I will treasure my chats with her on the phone. Rest in peace. God Bless your family and the thousands who miss you!

Bob Stone

June 4, 2011

Bertha and I taught together at Webster. Taking my class to the library each week was a special treat. Bertha would meet us at the door dressed in a book character costume. Years later, when my family moved to the Webster neighborhood, my son, David, was fortunate to be in her class. I often saw Bertha through the years and was always uplifted by her outgoing, and encouraging personality. I will miss her.
Bob Stone, 5th Grade Teacher in Room 17.

Christina Hermann-Eldridge

June 1, 2011

Mrs. Davis was my 5th grade teacher and I loved her. She was kind and warm, and always made her students feel special. I was lucky enough to see her a few weeks before she died with some other Webster grads. She touched a lot of lives and is an example of a life well lived. My condolences to her family.

Anna McColl

May 31, 2011

Aunt Bertha was my favorite aunt when I was a kid! Her spirit was unequaled--she had such a warm, loving heart. We love you. Anna, Ian, Eden and Kirra McColl

Ginny Nygard-Wortman

May 30, 2011

To Bertha's family, my thoughts and prayers are with each of you as you celebrate Bertha's life. I remember her from the neighborhood. Loosing a parent is so difficult as I know when my parents passed. With love....................

Judi Wergeland-Rammage

May 29, 2011

To the family of Ms.Davis
Thankyou for sharing her I have enjoyed working on her scapbook of Webster school and listing of stories of family and friends that we both new and would talk till 11:00pm at night. It was alot of fun .Ms.Davis was true friend and Teacher. Thankyou again

Anne Temple

May 29, 2011

I will always be grateful to my wonderful Bertha for being a terrific mentor and friend. Bertha gave me the guidance, as a beginning teacher, which led to a happy and fulfilling career. She has touched so many lives. You are in my heart forever!

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