Caren Clare Davis

1966 - 2017

Caren Clare Davis, 50, passed away Friday, May 26, 2017. Celebration of Life: 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, May 31, at Keller United Methodist Church, 1025 Johnson Road in Keller. Visitation: 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, May 30, at Bluebonnet Hills Funeral Home, 5725 Colleyville Blvd. in Colleyville. Memorials: To be provided at the funeral or upon request. Clare was born Oct. 28, 1966, in Houston, Texas, to John and Marsha Nelson. She was raised in Clear Lake, Texas, where she made many friends - many of whom remained so until her death. In 1985, Clare graduated from Clear Creek High School. She attended TCU for two years before a medical situation forced her to transfer to UT Tyler, where she earned a degree in marketing. While at TCU, Clare was very active in Zeta Tau Alpha, developing deep bonds of friendship that she treasured throughout her life. Upon graduation, Clare was employed by Communications Strategies, Inc., and later by MLink Technologies, Inc. She was valued by her clients and fellow employees for her professionalism, drive and friendship. In December 1990, Clare met her husband, John, by chance while living in nearby apartments; they married April 23, 1993. The couple initially lived in Watauga and later made their home in Keller. Clare and John were blessed with a baby girl, Caitlin Christine, through adoption on Nov. 29, 2001. Caitlin was truly the love of Clare's life. Whenever Clare spoke of Caitlin, her love was reflected in every word. Both as a couple and later as a family, the Davises enjoyed travelling, cooking, and just being together. One amazing vacation took them in their small aircraft to Toronto, Mackinac Island, and Chicago. For many years, they made an annual trip to Big Sky, Mont., making fond memories to be treasured for a lifetime. Clare was very involved in Caitlin's schools, volunteering alongside teachers and administrators. The two of them were also actively involved in the National Charity League. Faith is important to the Davis family. Clare was active at White's Chapel United Methodist Church and more recently at Keller UMC — teaching Sunday School and confirmation classes, as well as participating actively in the growth and lives of church members and the community. Clare's favorite hobby was scrapbooking -- the perfect outlet for her creativity and desire to preserve all the memories that were precious to her. In 2011, Clare was diagnosed with breast cancer. Despite surgery and chemo, the cancer recurred in October 2015. Throughout the journey, husband John was by her side, diligently monitoring medical information, medications, and changing conditions. John's Caring Bridge posts were read faithfully by legions of friends. One of Clare's proudest moments was completing the 2012 Susan G. Komen 3-Day Walk in DFW. She managed to walk 60 miles in three days -- just a year after battling breast cancer. It was an amazing feat that John will cherish for a very long time. One word universally describes Clare - LOVE. Clare was beloved by all who knew her. Survivors: Husband of 24 years, John; daughter, Caitlin, 15; parents, John and Marsha Nelson of Troup; brother and sister-in-law, Chandler and Jill Nelson of Tyler; mother-in-law, Bettye Davis of Irving; sister-in-law, Dana Davis-Bailey of Irving; and nephews, Ben Bailey, Wyle Nelson, and Colton Nelson.