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Iris Davis Obituary

Iris Cash Davis, 69, of Elkton, Va., formerly of Natural Bridge, died Thursday, November 19, 2009, at Willow Estates in Rockingham County. She was born April 13, 1940 in Lexington, a daughter of the late Leonard R. Cash and Beulah Tolley Cash. She was married to Ellis W. Davis, who preceded her in death. A graduate of Natural Bridge High School and Madison College, her lifelong passion was teaching children. Over her 40 year teaching career, 38½ years of which were at Natural Bridge Elementary School. She garnered numerous awards including Natural Bridge Elementary Teacher of the Year, Rockbridge County Schools Teacher of the Year and was named a National Teacher of the Year award recipient by the National Education Association. In her youth, Iris was a standout basketball player, played tennis and was an avid swimmer. She was also an accomplished pianist and church organist. Surviving are a son, Michael W. Davis and wife, Mary of Hinton; a daughter, Lisa D. Lasam and husband, Sonny of McGaheysville; five grandchildren, Chris Lasam, Josh Lasam, Cara Lasam, Hunter Davis and Teddy Davis; a special friend, Linda Pollock of Glasgow. There will be no visitation at the funeral home. A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, November 21, 2009, in High Bridge Presbyterian Church Cemetery, Natural Bridge, Va. with the Rev. Jason Grimes and the Rev. Tom Yoder officiating. Because of Iris's lifelong love of reading, the family asks that contributions be made to the "Literary Fund", checks to be made payable to Michael W. Davis, c/o Harrison Funeral Home, P.O. Box 931, Lexington, Va. 24450. Funds will be used for the purchase of reading books for Natural Bridge Elementary, McGaheysville Elementary and Pleasant Valley Elementary Schools. Arrangements by Harrison Funeral Home & Crematory, Lexington, Va.

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Published by Roanoke Times on Nov. 20, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Iris Davis

13 Entries

Bonny Watts Reynolds

November 21, 2009

You mom was always so nice to me in the cafeteria at NBE where i worked from '96-97 .
I remember her wearing Turquoise rings she loved and She was telling me about them.....

my Husbands grandmother did a'lot of sewing for her during the yrs.
what a true lady she was.....very sweet spirit she had indeed!
God bless you Iris and your family too!

Rita Watts Waters

November 21, 2009

Mike and Lisa,
It has been many years since I was in the fourth grade (1963-1964), but your Mother made that one of my best years in school. She was the most caring teacher that I had and I still appreciate her today for the foundation she gave me in spelling and using the dictionary. She was a great teacher and I still remember sitting in Beth Horn Methodist listening to her play for Sunday Services. She was always smiling and always had a kind word. My thoughts are with you at this difficult time.

Mary Jane Agnor

November 21, 2009

My condolences to you guys. Iris was a beautiful person, inside and out. Big blue eyes and a sweet smile and personality. I'm so sad, I know you'll miss her. Mary Jane Watts Agnor

Ginger McDaniel

November 21, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with the Davis Family. Ms. Davis was always one of my favorite teachers. She started my love of history and was a major reason why I decided to become a teacher. She will be missed.

Margaret Emore

November 21, 2009

She was one of my all time favorite teachers and was a wonderful person. I feel blessed to have been taught by her. I'm so sorry to her family for your loss.

Lauri Ferguson Hatcher

November 21, 2009

Lisa,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your Mom. She was one of the kindest teachers I ever had. I can see her sitting at her desk right now. My thoughts are with you.

Tom Rigg

November 21, 2009

Prayers and blessings to the family. I remember Mrs. Davis as my 5th grade teacher. She was kind and compassionate and cared for each of her students.

Amanda Reynolds

November 21, 2009

Mrs. Davis was one of the best, most dedicated teachers I ever had. I remember her class so well. My spelling and reading skills are a direct result of her efforts. I know she was suffering in her later years.

Go forth, Iris, to the other side, and may you find the peace of eternity.

Lee&Bonny Reynolds

November 21, 2009

Mike and Lisa we were sadden to hear of your mothers passing .

Please know that we will keep you all in our prayers during this time and days to come.

Angela Irby Rader

November 20, 2009

Dear Mike and Lisa,

When I think of your mother I have such fond memories of her and of what a wonderful person she was. She was so sweet and kind to everyone she meant. I can still remember the last time we saw you all at Country Cookin in Staunton. Everytime I go by your grandparent's house I can still see Tippy in the yard along with your granddad Lynn, your grandmother and great grandmother in the kitchen cooking in the old wood stove, us playing in the yard and your mom trying to get us in the car to go somewhere like Lakeside. Mom and I talk fondly of you often and she still talks about Michael and her picking berries behind our house. Your mother will be really missed. She was a great mom, wonderful wife and daughter, loving and caring friend and an exceptional educator who really cared for her students. I can remember her teaching me in 4th grade like it was yesterday and her making me laugh. I can remember her coaching us in little league cheerleading and all the special things she did. My family has very fond memories of you all. Our deepest sympathies are with you both and your families. I take comfort in knowing you all have each other to lean on in this time of sorrow. I know your parents were very proud of you both and are watching over you now. May God be with you all.

November 20, 2009

Dear Mike & Lisa,
I have such fond memories of your mom, especially when she'd cart us around for cheerleading, camps, shopping, etc. She was such a beautiful, generous lady. She loved you two dearly.....I will keep you & your families in my prayers.
-- Ammie Todd Moore, Daleville, VA

November 20, 2009

Dear Mike,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. You must remember that she is in a better place. Always keep her in your thoughts and closer in your heart and you will always have her with you.
Thinking of you and your family,
Allen and Deneise Shafer

Judy Fix-Clements

November 20, 2009

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

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