Lyle Davis Sr.
Vassar, MI
Lyle Gerald “Jerry” Davis, Sr, born April 24, 1936, passed away on November 8, 2020.
Lyle was born to Lyle P. Davis and Grayce (McNally) Davis-Baxter, along with his three siblings. Upon the untimely passing of his father, Lyle started working at a young age and his work ethic never waned. He was blessed to work alongside his beloved uncle, William McNally, for more than 50 years.
“FAITH AND FAMILY,” was Lyle’s motto. He reminded his family routinely that faith and family is what should be cherished, and he did that! He was a member of Blessed Trinity Catholic Church. He treasured his family and prioritized time spent together.
His other passion was University of Michigan football. He never passed up a chance to squeeze into the Big House and cheer on the wolverines! This year marked his 50th year as a season ticket holder.
Lyle married the true love of his life, Helen Mary (Ryan) Davis, on May 23, 1959. Together they raised their five children: Lyle, Jr. and (Julie) Davis; Scott and (Leanne) Davis; Todd and (Lynette) Davis; Christy and (Matthew) Leeseberg; and Cynthia and (Brian) Lance.
Lyle is survived by his thirteen beloved grandchildren: Lyle Davis, III; Lindsay and (Adam) Walters; Kaylee and (Garrett) Kerns; Megan Davis; Jillian Davis; Travis and (Morgan) Davis; Layne and (Tanner) MacKay; Jared Davis; Alec Leeseberg; Kallen Leeseberg; Kenzie Leeseberg; Tyson Lance; and Kendall Lance, along with three great-grandchildren; Jack Walters, Rory Kerns, and Scout MacKay.
Lyle is also survived by his siblings: Dorothy Burrows; James and (Judy) Davis; and Maurice Davis.
He is pre-deceased by his wife, Helen; his parents, Grayce and Lyle; his stepfather, William Baxter; his brother-in-law, Richard Burrows; and his sister-in-law, Molly Davis.
Due to the passing of Lyle one week after his wife of 61 ½ years, Helen, there will be a burial ceremony for immediate family only. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Blessed Trinity Foundation in Frankenmuth, MI.
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