Annie Ruth "Ruth" Davis

Rock Hill, SC – Annie Ruth Davis "Ruth", aged 101, was born November 18, 1924, in Shelby, North Carolina and went home to be with her Lord Jesus on December 12, 2025, at her home with her family in Rock Hill, SC.

Ruth was preceded in death by her husband Paul Kenneth Davis, her parents Jacob Oscar Bowen and Leona (Camp) Bowen, as well as her eleven siblings, and granddaughter Susannah Davis. She is survived by her three children: son, Dennis Davis (Barbara) of Rock Hill, SC; son, Michael Davis (Rosamond) of Fort Mill, SC; daughter, Sharon (Sherri) Gillman (Steven) of Cornelius, NC; her 8 grandchildren, Rebekah McIntyre (Jason), Benjamin Davis (Michelle), Rachel Akridge (David), Elizabeth Davis, Suzanne Bayko (David), Abbee Marsee (Vincent Jr), Lindsey Atkins (Tony), Kristen Chilcot (Jason); 17 great-grandchildren, Taylor McIntyre, Alexander McIntyre, James Hackett, Thomas Hackett, Eli Akridge, Anna Akridge, Lydia Akridge, Seth Akridge, Naomi Akridge, Joshua Akridge, Morgan Bayko, Marley Bayko, Madeline Bayko, Ava Marsee, Jack Marsee, Jaxon Chilcot, Connor Chilcot; and 1 great-great-grandchild, Milo McIntyre.

Ruth was an independent and feisty woman who was also the glue that held her family together. A difficult childhood helped to shape her into the vivacious and adventurous woman that she was. As a centenarian, Ruth lived through the Great Depression and World War II. She saw the completion of the Empire State Building and witnessed the first man launched into space. She also saw major advancements in medicine and technology such as the dawn of DNA and the birth of the computer and cell phone.

Ruth had a full life in the 101 years that she lived. She was the type of person who never met a stranger, and she saw people for who they were. Her compass for life was her relationship with and love for the Lord Jesus. It was her guide through the joys and difficulties of life. She was an amazing cook and could whip up the best of comfort foods, including her famous biscuits and Christmas candies, which she took great pleasure in sharing with her family. Ruth's love of gardening and talent in sewing was often used to bless those around her. A compassionate woman, she often took in strays of all kinds, both kids and animals. She had a ready laugh, and her sense of humor would light up a room. Ruth was beloved of her family and will be greatly missed.

A graveside service for family and friends will be held on Sunday, January 11, 2026, at 2:30PM at the Garden of Peace Plot at Lakeview Memory Gardens – 1774 Filbert Highway, Clover, South Carolina 29745. The graveside service will be followed by a Celebration of Life and Repast meal at Calvary Chapel of Rock Hill – 1054 John St. Rock Hill, SC 29732. To honor the vibrant person that Ruth was, attendees are asked to wear bright happy clothes. Also, those attending the repast meal are encouraged to bring their favorite dish to share.

Condolences may be made at www.greenefuneralhome.net.