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Michael Davis Obituary

Pastor Michael Craig Davis, Sr. entered into eternal rest on November 3, 2014 after a long battle with cancer. He transitioned peacefully, in his home, with loved ones by his side.
Celebration of Life Services: Viewing on Friday, 11/7 from 2pm-5pm at Pruitt's Mortuary 7518 N. Main at E. 36th Houston, TX 77022; Wake Service 11/8 from 7-9pm with viewing only from 6-7pm & funeral on Sunday, 11/9 at 10am with viewing from 9-10am. Saturday & Sunday services will be at Greater Zion Missionary Baptist Church, 426 Highway 190 East, Huntsville, TX 77320.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in memory of Pastor Michael Craig Davis, Sr. to the Tony's Prostate Cancer Research at www.tpcr.org.

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Published by Houston Chronicle on Nov. 7, 2014.

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S. Sessions

November 1, 2022

Remembering pastor Michael C. Davis Sr. my pastor and a true man of God. You touched so many lives and you sir are truly missed. Continued prayers for the Davis family.

Kay Cooks

November 1, 2020

My God had this planned before you and I was even formed in our mother’s womb. 6 years ago on the 3 of November. You left peacefully to be with God. Not one moment goes by I don’t miss you my friend my brother my pastor my mentor.. I know you are shining right now on us and within us the boys are thriving and 1st Lady is Too .. I miss You My buddy my Grapefruit Head..
Rest on until we meet ... Rev. Kay Cooks Aka Squeeky

Eldridge Sirls

December 3, 2014

To the family,I'm still praying for you.Its hard to say good bye to such a wonderful,spiritual,inspirational, and cool individual who touched so many lives. With many Holiday wishes, may GOD continue to embrace you with his ever loving arms.Much Love to you all!!!!

Curtis and Carolyn Spears

November 24, 2014

Sister Davis and the Davis family, we pray that God will comfort and strengthen you during this difficult time.
Pastor Davis was a special person who ministered to so many, including our ill family member, during his own illness. He related to the oldest through the youngest person through the Word and through his gift of song.
Pastor Davis' positive impact on the Huntsville, Houston, and Spring communities will truly be missed!

Janice Taylor

November 14, 2014

My prayers are with your family. Mike was a beautiful person. He made it to the other side, I am sure.

Karen Antoine-Porter

November 14, 2014

He fought a good fight, He finished his course, while keep'n da faith...my heart was saddened when I heard of my cousin pass'n. Even though I only known him 4 a short period of time I enjoyed da conversations dat we shared.
My heartfelt sympathy go's out Lady Deborah Davis, his children , & da Greater Zion Missionary Baptist Church Family [Huntsville, Texas ].
Sweet Rest & Peace Pastor Michael C.Davis, Sr. until da trumpet sounds; u were luv by all but u will missed by many.
I'll See U At The Throne Of Grace!!!...

November 12, 2014

To the entire Davis Family.
We would like to extend our sincere sympathy in the loss of Michael Davis, a husband and a father amongst many other titles. Our prayer is that GOD comforts, strengthens, and give you peace in the days ahead. Our fondest memory will be the support that Michael gave his sons by attending all of the Westfield basketballs games encouraging all of the guys to play hard and WIN.
Be encouraged that GOD has promised never to leave us alone. HE will replace your days of sorrow with joyful and fond memories of your husband and father.

Sincerely,

Fred, Diane, Courtney, and Corey Dunham

Mary Swann

November 12, 2014

May God Keep You, Debra & Family during your Loss.

PASTOR, HAROLD @ SIS. LINDA JAMES

November 11, 2014

WE ARE SADDENED BY YOUR LOST, BUT UNDERSTANDS THAT GOD NEVER. MAKE. A MISTAKE. OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH THE FAMILY.

R. Green

November 11, 2014

To Mrs. Davis and Family;
May God continue to keep his loving arms around each of you, especially during this season in your lives. Pastor Davis was a phenomenal pastor. His preaching and teaching is definitely not in vain. I'm praying for comfort and strength to surround each of you during this difficult time.

Joscylan/Earline/Val Adams

November 11, 2014

To this dear family that I've been apart of for 40+ years. There are no appropriate words that would adequately express my feelings. This was my true friend, and I have been very saddened by his passing. I am comforted by knowing he is now with the Lord and his suffering has ended. Deborah, I love you and I am in prayer for you constantly. This absence is strong, and it's gong to take time. "Mike D" as I called him fought as hard as anyone I've even seen. He held on until he couldn't anymore. Deb, hold on to God's unchanging hand. He will comfort you, and rock you in his arms. Cry all the tears you need to...it's okay...Jesus wept. Michael, II, Mark, Marlon, Matthew, your dad was among God's finest. He served God faithfully, and he has truly left his footprints in the sand, and impacted people around the globe. He loved his wife and family. Let your memories bring you peace. Myself along with my family-Earline, and Val offer our sincere condolences, and pray for your strength in these days and weeks to come. WE TRULY LOVE YOU!

Cecil Graves

November 11, 2014

Rev. Davis impacted so many lives not only in Huntsville, but the entire Houston area. He had a way of communicating with each age group that made the word relevant in all our lives. The family and Greater Zion will be in our prayers.

Dr. Julie Guillory Former WHS Principal

November 10, 2014

Please accept my dearest blessings during this time. Michael, Marlon, Matthew and Mrs. Davis, you are all in my prayers. What a shock to me as I read through the obits. He was such a supportive Westfield parent. I love you all!

R. Green

November 10, 2014

To Mrs. Davis and Family;
May God continue to keep his loving arms around each of you, especially during this season in your lives. Pastor Davis was a phenomenal pastor. His preaching and teaching is definitely not in vain. I'm praying for comfort and strength to surround each of you during this difficult time.

Lottie Harrison

November 10, 2014

WISHING YOU PEACE DURING YOUR STORM! MUCH LOVE

H Jones

November 10, 2014

Sis Davis & Greater Zion Family God Is A Good God, my sincere thoughts and prayers extended to all, God will comfort and wipe all tears away. Trust In the Lord with all thine heart in the days to come. Peace In the name of JESUS

Diana Kukua

November 10, 2014

To Debra and the Boys: Many prayers are going up for your strength, His grace, and His mercy. Everyone who knew Rev. Davis, loved him. Everyone who knows you, loves you. You are the epitome of graciousness and beauty, and your family has always been an excellent example of love, friendship, and what God intends for families everywhere. Rev. Davis was a truly anointed pastor, a man of God, a great father, a wonderful husband, and a great leader. My thoughts and prayers are with you, and I pray that you will keep living the life that God has before you. You are such an inspiration to and for Black women and Black families. Much love. Much prayer. Much peace....from Sister Greeno's Daughter, Diana.

Mary Joyce Gilford

November 9, 2014

Sis. Davis,
My sincere prayer is that you keep the faith with blessed assurance that, " this too will
pass!"
Motivating you as dad (Mr.
Archie) often did Pastor Davis
with his sincere witnessing, "go
doc!"
"Keep on keeping on Sis. Davis!" Michael would NOT desire you give up now......we're cheering you on!

Mona Hightower

November 9, 2014

To Mrs. Deborah Denise Willis-Davis, the rest of the Davis family and to the entire Greater Zion Baptist Church. Regretfully, I did not have the opportunity to meet you, but hearing about the gracious spirit and gift of the love you and your husband shared with so many people in Huntsville has touched my heart. I am so sorry to hear about Pastor Davis' passing. I will continue to lift you and your family up in prayer.

Vickie Colbert

November 9, 2014

May God strengthen his family during this time! Pastor Davis was a Great man of God! Continuing to pray for his family & church family!

S. Sessions

November 9, 2014

Sis D. Davis, my thoughts and prayers are with you, the Davis & Horton family. I am grateful, and a better person for haven known pastor Davis. He has touched so many lives, thank you and your family for sharing him with us For 22 years. Continue to lean, depend, and trust in the Lord.

Pastor Sean Wilburn

November 9, 2014

Pastor Davis was a blessing to my life as I was a college student at SHSU. When I was not able to make it to Houston and be at my home church, O could always count on a dynamic Word from The Lord from this mighty man of God. May he rest peacefully from all of his labor. My prayers are with his family and The Greater Zion Church Family.

Lois Mack Robinson

Lois Robinson

November 9, 2014

My prayers to the family of Reverend Davis. May the peace of God comfort you.

Pamela Holcombe

November 9, 2014

God is good, even at this very time. My prayers are going out to the Davis and Greater Zion family. Continue to look unto the hills, God is there. Stay strong and be prayerful and He will strengthen your hearts.

LADEANNA HIGHTOWER-HOLCOMB

November 9, 2014

TO THE FAMILY OF PASTOR MICHAEL C. DAVIS, HIS LIGHT WILL FOREVER SHINE THROUGH YOU ALL AND THE MANY OTHER LIVES THAT HE TOUCHED. MAY GOD KEEP YOU IN PERFECT PEACE.

LaToya Bennett

November 9, 2014

My prayers and love are extended to the family of Pastor Davis.

Nell Holt

November 9, 2014

To the Davis family may the Lord continue to give you strength during your time of sorrow.

Payton/Hayes Family

November 9, 2014

Davis Family - May God bless and keep you.

Tanya Staggers

November 9, 2014

I'm praying for the family strength.

Claudia Collins

November 9, 2014

You all are in my prayers

Linda Sampson

November 9, 2014

My prayers are with the Family. May God be with you and give you the strength you need at this time.

julian hutto

November 9, 2014

Rest in peace God bless the family

Kay Cooks

November 9, 2014

Grapefruit Head you are one in a million. One of my favorite sermons " You are Loved"
I can't wait until we cackle In heaven. Thanks for bringing me full circle. I am blessed to have you as a True friend, father of the ministry. Until we meet again.

Pastor Terry Cooper

November 9, 2014

Sis Davis we offer our condolences to you and the family. Pastor was such an inspiration to my natural and church family .If there is anything we can do, please do not hesitate to call.

Tammy Thomas Benjamin

November 8, 2014

"From labor to rest"

Minister Hattie Hastings

November 8, 2014

You are forever in our thoughts and prayers. May God bless and keep you wrapped in His loving arms.

Patricia Harris

November 8, 2014

My prayers and condolences are with you all during this time. May GOD continue to strengthen and Bless you all.

November 8, 2014

Rev Davis
You will be truly miss you brought a lot of sunshine to your home church cmbc when you visit. Your songs of praise will be miss, But We know that you going to turn heaven out , RIP
Janine & Stella Overton

November 8, 2014

Pastor Davis was a shining light in this
dark world. He is gone from our sights, but never from our hearts. May God continue to strengthen our hearts through this difficult time.
Belinda Ross

Wanda Freeman

November 8, 2014

May God be with The /Davis and Horton Family. My prayers are with you.

HENRY AND ELOIS PERRY

November 8, 2014

TO THE DAVIS FAMILY @
THE GREATHER ZION CHURCH FAMILY WE WOULD LIKE TO EXPRESS
OUR PRAYERS AND CONDOIENCES
TO YOU IN YOUR TIME OF SORROW MAY GOD KEEP YOU IN HIS CARE

Anderea (bob)

November 8, 2014

Iwill lift up my eyes to the hills from whence comes my help? My help comes from the Lord, Who made heaven and earth. There is sun shine after the rain.God bless the Davis Family and our Prayers are with you (bob) Anderea Baldwin and Family Love you all!!!!

November 8, 2014

Pastor Davis ,Thank you and your family for being a light for the community. We love you. The Chambers

Paula Davis

November 7, 2014

Sister Davis and Family,
Servant of God, well done. Thy glorious warfares past. The battle's fought, the race is won. And thou art crowned at last. Pastor was loved.

Debra Blacklock-Sloan

November 7, 2014

Debra, may God give you peace and strength.Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Debra and Valerie Blacklock-Jackson

Rev. & Sis. Obie Rolling, Jr. & the Rolling Family

November 7, 2014

To Sis. Davis and the Davis Family......
Just know that our thoughts and prayers are with each of you during this very difficult time. May God continually bless and keep you.

November 7, 2014

Condolences to the family of Pastor Davis as well as the Greater Zion MBC church family. God Bless Greater Zion and every church in the Huntsville community that provide spiritual sanctuary for students at SHSU who are away from home.

Carolyn Sanford-Hausey
SHSU Grad '81

erma and elois clay

November 7, 2014

to;sisterdavisandfamily
wewouldliketoexpressourcondolenestoyouandyourfamily.
maygodkeepyouinhiscare
inyourtimeofsorrow

Sandra Carr

November 7, 2014

Sending lots of love and prayers.
Pastor Davis was faithful unto death.
You are completely healed, may you forever rest the sweet sleep.
Love you always, forever missed!!!

November 7, 2014

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Rev. Jerome C. Nickerson

November 7, 2014

"Well done thy good and faithful servant." May your love be as great as the love of God. God loved him enough to release him from the pains, you must love him enough to celebrate his gain. Blessings and peace on you.

Ivory & Alice Larry

November 7, 2014

Sister Davis & Family,
We would like to express our sincere condolences to you and your family.
I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills, from whence cometh my help. My help cometh from the LORD, which made heaven and earth. Psalm 121: 1-2

Courtney Fuller

November 7, 2014

Prayers and Condolences to the Davis family

November 7, 2014

Pastor Davis loved the Lord, his wife, sons, and his church family. I had the privilege of hearing him in revival and he was my daughter watch care pastor as she attended SHSU. Praying for you all.

Mrs. Sharon Paley-Vance

The White Family

November 7, 2014

To the Family,
We are keeping you all in our prayers. Love Harvey&Rosemary White-Naya/Keisha

Greg Murray

November 7, 2014

A good Pastor,Friend and Husband has went to be with the Lord. May God keep and continue to bless the First Lady and Family.

The Prince Family

November 7, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Felicha Goffney-McCray

November 7, 2014

Sister Davis and Davis Children.
"Verily, verily, I say unto you, he that heareth my word, and believeth on Him that sent me, hath everlasting life, and shall not come into condemnation; but is passed from death unto life." - John 5:24-26
Thank you for sharing Pastor Davis with us @ Greater Zion MBC; He touched and had an impact on many, many people as well as my life. This is a great loss and know that the Davis Family are in my Prayers. God Bless You!!

Myoka Hackett-Hawkins

November 7, 2014

To First Lady Deborah Davis, the Davis Family, and the Gr. Zion Church in Huntsville. I am thankful unto GOD for Pastor Davis and the many lives he touched especially mines. He could sing and preach like no other. He is going to be so missed but I am thankful unto GOD for being able to meet him and be under his leadership. Sis Davis you and your family and the GZBC family will be in my prayers.

SHSU Graduate 2004

Terolyn Sherrice Black

November 7, 2014

To The Davis Family,
I'm sorry for your loss. Praying that God gives you strength.

Terolyn Sherrice Black

November 7, 2014

To The Davis Family, I'm sorry for your loss and praying that God gives you strength.

VELMA RATCLIFF

November 7, 2014

A SOLDIER gone from the battlefield. TO GOD BE THE GLORY! I remember how he came and blessed our hearts and souls at Puritan a few years ago. Our prayers, love, and sympathy are extended to you his entire family and church family. The Church is in mourning. But, GOD has spoken, LET THE CHURCH SAY AMEN!

Eddie and Rinnie Winslow

November 6, 2014

Debra, As you and the entire Davis Family walk through this time of loss be assured that you have the love and prayers of those who care. But, most of all, may you know that you have God's guiding hand to see you through this difficult time. The Lord walks with you and He will comfort you. You have our deepest sympathy.

With our Love and Prayers,

Ericka Credit

November 6, 2014

Condolences goes out to the Davis' family. Many hearts are heavy with questions and grief, but I know from experience, that He will not put more on you than your hearts can bare! I will not say goodbye...but see you later. He lives.....

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