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Benjamin Davis Obituary
Battle Creek
Benjamin J. Davis, age 57, of Battle Creek, died Tuesday, April 29, 2014, in Battle Creek. Ben was born on June 1, 1956, in Battle Creek, the son of Jay and Elsbeth J. Davis. He had been a lifelong resident of the area graduating from Lakeview High School and then attended Kellogg Community College. He was a veteran serving in the U.S. Air Force. Ben was currently employed at the Federal Center where he had worked for 12 years. He was a member of the Knights of Pythias and was very active in living history re-enactments.
Surviving are his children, James J. Davis of Battle Creek, Chris Hart of Bronson and Sarah K. Davis of Battle Creek; a granddaughter, Lacie Hart; a sister, Becky Roed of Springfield, VA. He was preceded in death by his parents.
In accordance with his wishes cremation has taken place. A visitation will be held Sunday, May 4, 2014, from 2 to 4:00 p.m., at the Richard A. Henry Funeral Home. www.henryfuneralhome.org
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Memories and Condolences
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Diane Kepler
May 15, 2014
Dirty Dog, will miss your twinkling eyes and bright smile around camp. Even though you would beat me at Connect 4 in hardly any moves! Rest in peace my friend. Keep the campfire blazing till we meet again.
Ragnarr Alfordson
May 4, 2014
R.I.P. Ben, I will always remember the good times we had around the fire at events. You were a good man and a great friend. The world is a lesser place with out you. Keep the fire going and the coffee on until we meet again.
Tanya Prieur and Faimly
May 4, 2014
Dirty Dog will be missed by many. Blessings for his loved ones.
Stacey Durham
May 4, 2014
Ben,
I will miss that twinkle in your baby blues and your enormous heart that was filled with so much love and generosity. So grateful that you shared your unique gifts with me and I will treasure our memories always, always.
Fly high and free, my dear friend...
Fed. CTR ERT
May 4, 2014
RIP Ben and you'll be missed. Thanks for your service to the.
Emergengcy Response Team.
Bill & Joyce Welch
May 3, 2014
RIP Ben. Thank you for your service to our country. Condolences to family, friends, and co-workers. From 2 Fed Ctr retirees.
Jeff Bobrofsky
May 3, 2014
Farewell old friend...so glad we reconnected on FB, it had been many years. Heaven has a new smile, Godspeed.
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