Photo courtesy of Music Funeral Home - Waycross
Waycross, Georgia
Feb 2, 1952 – Apr 26, 2009 (Age 57)
Mr. Troy Davis, 57, died early Sunday morning (April 26, 2009) at his residence after an extended illness. He was a native of Clinch County, but he has been a lifelong resident of Waycross. In October 1970, he began his employment with CSX Railroad as a sheet metal worker. He was also a member of First Baptist Church. He is preceded in death by his father, Henry Davis; and his step-father, W. B. West. Survivors include his wife, Connie Dixon Davis of Waycross; two daughters, Michelle Pitchford (Todd) of Valdosta, and Elaina Sherrill (A. J.) of Los Angeles, CA; two granddaughters, Julia and Ellison Pitchford; his mother, Ellen Myers West of Waycross; step-mother, Betty Jo Davis of Yulee, FL; three brothers, Don Davis (Starr) of Yulee, FL, Phil Davis (Teri) of Hilliard, FL, and Michael Davis (Becky) of Yulee, FL; three sisters, Joann Knight (Kevin) of Yulee, Teresa Perkins (Richard) of Hoboken, and Martha Preston (Andy) of Waycross; and numerous nieces and nephews. A funeral service will be held 1 p.m. Tuesday (April 28, 2009) at First Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Enon Cemetery in Pierce County. The family will receive friends 6 until 8 p.m. Monday at Music Funeral Home. Sympathy may be expressed by signing the online registry at www.musicfuneralhome.com.
To the Davis Family: We were sorry to hear of Troy's passing. It was a joy knowing Troy over the years. We have many high school memories of Troy. He was always such a friendly and kind person. May you have peace in the weeks and months ahead in knowing that he is with his saviour. God Bless.
Sammy & Bonnie Gaskins
April 27, 2009 | Waycross, GA
Alesia and I want to express our sympathies for your loss. As your deacon, please feel free to contact me or Alesia for anything you may require. We are sending many prayers up to the Lord for you and your family.
Les and Alesia Kinney
April 27, 2009 | Waycross, GA
Connie and family, You are in our thoughts and prayers. We thought a lot of Troy. I pray we can be as humble as he was. God Bless You All! Love, Ronney and Janice Howell
Ronney and Janice Howell
April 28, 2009 | Waycross, GA
We will truely miss Troy , he has always been like a Brother to me since I joined the Family , we Love you and miss you and will see you again in Heaven Some Day , Connie if you ever need anything let us know , you are in our prayers . Love Kevin,Joann,Travis and Amelia .
Kevin Knight
April 28, 2009 | Yulee, FL
My thoughts and prayers are with your family in the loss of your loved one. God Bless Deborah Horton Class of 1970
deborah horton
April 27, 2009 | Waycross, GA
I am sorry for your loss. Troy taught me a lot at work. He was a good harworking man. We will miss him.
Scotty Hiers
April 27, 2009 | Waycross, GA
Connie, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I'm praying for God's peace and understanding for all of you. Hold on to all your great memories and they will also help you through this.
Deb Edenfield
April 27, 2009 | Metter, GA
