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John Davis Obituary
69, of Indianapolis, passed away September 24, 2017. He was born September 15, 1948 in West Point, MS to the late John S. and Gustoria C. Davis. John was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin, friend and pastor.
Visitation will be Friday, September 29, 2017 from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Funeral will be Saturday, September 30, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. with visitation at 10:00 a.m. Both services will be held at Sanders Temple, COGIC, 3516 E. 39th Street Indianapolis, IN 46205, where John served as Pastor for 19 years.
John is survived by his wife, Vernica C. Davis, four daughters, Nichol (Kim) Felder, Michelle (Malcolm) Davis-Smith, Brandi (Curtis) Davis-Green, and LaTanya Davis, one son, John (Aster) Davis IV, five grandsons, six granddaughters, one great grandson, five sisters, six brothers, a host of nephews, nieces, family and friends, and his entire Sanders Temple congregation.
Arrangements entrusted to Lavenia & Summers Home for Funerals.
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Memories and Condolences
for John Davis
Gregory Latimore
September 22, 2019
Highly missed a great man of God
A Spells
October 25, 2017
Sorry to hear of the passing of John Davis was a very good friend.. My condolence to wif e and family. May God Bless and keep you in his arms.
Trina
September 30, 2017
He was very good to my family when my eldest sister passed away. In my few encounters with him all I saw was goodness and a solid man.
Elder Darol Davie
September 29, 2017
To First Lady Vernica Davis and Davis family. May God Bless and comfort you all in the lost of your love one and our friend Elder John C Davis. May the PEACE of our Lord rest on you all.
Clarence J. Highbaugh, Sr.
September 29, 2017
Words cannot express the sorrow of hearing of your loved ones transitioning to meet the Lord. The Highbaugh family is praying for the entire Davis family. May God bless and keep you all in His perfect peace.
Cheryl P
September 29, 2017
I remember John Davis from GM. What I will always remember about him is his love of horses, the cowboy hat and cowboy boots. He was kind to everyone he came in contact with and was truly admired by his co-workers. I am sorry for your loss, You can tell he was a man of GOD
The Stansberry Family
September 29, 2017
Our sincerest condolences from the Stansberry Family to the entire Davis family. We are heartbroken and weep with you.
"And after you have suffered a little while, the God of all Grace, who has called you to His eternal glory in Christ, will Himself restore, confirm, strengthen and establish you." I Peter 5:10 ESV.
Jan Stansberry-Mitchell
September 29, 2017
To First Lady Vernica Davis:
As a bereaved wife myself, I understand there is no pain like the pain of losing your life partner, best friend,supporter, confidant and your lover. But what God has allowed you to go through, He has also provided His Grace to walk through.
To Nichol, Michelle, Brandie, LaTonya and John: You may feel hurt, frustration and even, disappointment at the loss of your beautiful father. But don't lose your hope in God. He is still Good, He is still faithful and He will carry you all through.
May the peace and love of God cover you like a shield during this difficult season.
Ruby Bell
September 29, 2017
Praying for your family!
Shirley Persley
September 29, 2017
To the Davis Family,
You are in my thoughts and prayers. Believe that your faith, your inner strength and the power of God's Love will carry you through. May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together, as you celebrate a life well lived.
Lisa Gaines
September 28, 2017
Praying for the Davis family, friends and Sanders Temple COGIC. Much Love. Pastor will be greatly missed.
BARBARA DAVIS
September 28, 2017
Keeping you and your family in prayer. Remember all the wonderful memories
Meeaka Banks
September 28, 2017
Sending my deepest condolences to the entire Davis Family.
ALICE BONNETT
September 28, 2017
I am so sorry for your great lost. Praying for the family...may the Peace of God be upon each of you...
Lydia Moore
September 28, 2017
Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted.
Matthew5:4
Lovelace Kudjoe
September 28, 2017
Michelle, praying for you and your family for God to comfort you.
Jacquelyne Waddell
September 28, 2017
Tell Mother Davis jacquelyne Waddell Said Hi
Bishop David & Angela Johnson
September 28, 2017
He was a good friend. We're praying for the family and the Saints of Sanders Temple.
Jacquelyne Waddell
September 28, 2017
He was a very wonderful person whom i loved as a brother: sister jacquelyne Waddell
Gregory Latimore
September 27, 2017
you will be sorely missed Pastor John C.Davis not easily replaced
Gail Fleming Garnett
September 27, 2017
Matthew 25. 23. A very nice person and good preacher. God be with this family.
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