Steven Davis of Glencoe, IL died peacefully on June 12, 2019 at the age of 81. He was the beloved husband of Merri Davis (nee Karpf) his wife of 58 years. He was born on November 2, 1937 the only child of the late Gertrude and Morton Davis. He was a graduate of Evanston High School in 1955, the University of Michigan in 1959 and the University of Michigan Law School in 1962. Following Law School, he was a distinguished attorney at the law firm Aronberg, Goldghen, Davis and Garmisa for his entire career through his retirement in 1995. Steve was a natural born leader serving as the President of his college fraternity Zeta Beta Tau, Northmoor Country Club, Desert Highlands and sat on numerous boards. In addition to his wife, Steve is survived by his children Jamie (Anne), Allison (Jim Noonan), and his grandchildren Amanda, Lauren, Andrew, Jake and Will as well as many close friends and relatives. Steve will be remembered for his devotion to his family, his profound generosity, his business acumen, his sense of humor and his strong moral character. He will be missed most dearly. Private funeral services have been held and donations in memory of Steven Davis can be made to the Ravinia Festival at ravinia.org or Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer at komenchicago.org.

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Published by Chicago Tribune from Jun. 14 to Jun. 16, 2019.

Memories and Condolences
for Steven Davis

15 Entries

Bluma Schechter

June 8, 2020

That sweet face and smile... never to be forgotten!!!! Love, Bluma

David Reiter

June 24, 2019

Suzanne and I have known Steven for over 50 years and have always thought he
was one of the nicest, most ethical person we have known. In college, we were not particularly friendly because he was a ZBT and I was a Sammy(You had to be there to know what that meant). but afterward we became good friends. Although we have not seem much of them in recent years we miss them and remember him fondly.l

David and Suzanne

June 19, 2019

Marri, so sorry to hear about Steve. Please know how much he will be missed. If we can do something for you, we are here.
Anne and Dennis Eardley

Barbara Smolenski

June 17, 2019

Merri and family. Gregg and I send our condolences to all. So many find memories of Steve. Steve will always be remembered as a terrific man with such a lively wit and personality. Please hug all from us

June 16, 2019

So very sorry to hear of Steve's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Merri, and your family.
Carol & Jerry Lembas

Carole & Ron Feingold

June 16, 2019

Dear Merri,
Thinking of you and your family during this sad time.
Carole and Ron Feingold

Bluma Schechter

June 16, 2019

Dear Merri and family, I was so very sorry to hear about Steven.... Robert and I loved him and always admired him. I am only sorry that we did not get to spend as much time with him as we would have liked! He was a very good person and very funny!!!! He will surely be missed! Love, Bluma Schechter

S P

June 15, 2019

To the family of Steven Davis;Sorry for your precious loss.May the promise at Isaiah 35;5,6 give you comfort and hope in the days to come.

June 15, 2019

To the family of Steven Davis, My deepest sympathy for your loss. May you take courage and find strength in the loving support of family and friends and the God of comfort and love during this difficult time (Joshua 2:11).

June 15, 2019

May Almighty God and his son Jesus Christ bless and comfort your family in this time of sorrow. John 17:3

June 15, 2019

Please accept my condolences with the loss of your loved one.
For comfort please read Psalm 23:3
SC

Romans 15:33

June 15, 2019

Extending deep heartfelt sympathy to the Davis family. May God give you peace and strength to keep you going during your time of sorrow.

Leon Ampel, MD.

June 14, 2019

Merri,
I am terribly saddened at the loss of Steve. I absolutely loved him like a brother. When Jane died and I broke my hip, he would come by frequently just to visit me and talk. He was in our golf game for I don't know how many years. He was smart, a great friend, extremely intelligent and a pleasure to be around always. I will miss him and consider this a real loss. Love Leon.

Jeaneen McGee

June 14, 2019

Dear Merri and Family,

I wish you comfort, peace, and courage during this sad time. May you hold the loving and happy memories of Steve forever in your hearts.

With Heartfelt Sympathy, Jeaneen

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