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ELGIN MARKEITH DAVIS

1986 - 2020

ELGIN MARKEITH DAVIS obituary, 1986-2020, Fort Wayne, IN

BORN

1986

DIED

2020

ELGIN DAVIS Obituary

ELGIN MARKEITH DAVIS, 34, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2020. Born Oct. 22, 1986, he was a son of Lonnie Sr. and Zandra Michelle Davis. Elgin attended Paul Harding High School. He worked as a forklift operator at Berne Apparel in Ossian, Ind. He had an abundant love for life, his family and spending time with his children. His big infectious smile would light up a room. He is survived by his fianc‚, Camelia Mendez; and children, Shaniya and Savid, (twins) Tschmiyah and Ze'Niyah, Elgin Jr., Mar'Keith, (twins) Lonnie and Johnnie and Khenyan. Elgin leaves to mourn along with his parents; siblings Londria, Lonnie Jr. (Ben), Rodrick, Terrell (Angela), Antwon, and Arnitra; a special niece, Ashley; close friend "brother", Jamar Totten; as well as a host of nephews, nieces, aunts, uncles, and cousins who all loved him dearly. Service is noon Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2020, at Greater Christ Temple, 2998 S. Anthony Blvd., Fort Wayne, with visitation one hour prior. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be sent to his parents Lonnie Sr. and Zandra Davis.

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Published by Fort Wayne Newspapers on Oct. 31, 2020.

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Georgio Carter

June 4, 2021

Elgin was my homie i love him to the moon and back. We shared a bond that could never be Broken elgin till i join u on the other side love always Georgio

Julia Ashmam

February 22, 2021

I'm sure Tracy was watching and waiting for you! Blessed Be.

Daniell Gonzalez

November 3, 2020

My condolences, at a time like this all we can think is why? My heart goes out to Camelia, Elgin’s mom, dad, brothers and sisters.

Derrick Moore Sr

November 2, 2020

My deepest condolences to the family.

James Blanks II

November 1, 2020

Condolences to the Davis family.

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Visitation

11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Greater Christ Temple

2998 S. Anthony Blvd., Fort Wayne, IN 46801

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3

Service

12:00 p.m.

Greater Christ Temple

2998 S. Anthony Blvd., Fort Wayne, IN 46801

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