Betty L. Davis

Betty L. Davis was born on February 12, 1959, in Gary, Indiana, to the late Harvey P. Davis and Annie Mae Davis. She was the youngest girl of nine children and the second youngest in the family. 

Betty graduated from Horace Mann High School, Class of 1977. In 1981, she and her two daughters moved from Indiana to Aurora, Colorado, where she continued her lifelong commitment to faith, family, and community.

 Betty was a deeply spiritual, loving, and selfless woman — a true prayer warrior who never turned down the opportunity to pray for others. Her faith guided her in all she did, and her compassion was evident in the way she cared for those around her. 

Throughout her life, Betty dedicated herself to serving others. She often opened her home as a food pantry, collecting and distributing food to anyone in need. She also made sure that the children who attended her weekly Bible studies were well-equipped for school each year, personally providing them with supplies and encouragement.

 When Betty wasn’t serving her community or her church, she loved being surrounded by her family and close friends. Her radiant smile, infectious laughter, and heartfelt prayers could light up any room. She was blessed with many talents — drawing, writing, cooking, singing, designing holiday wreaths, sewing, and, above all, comforting and uplifting others with her love and warmth.

 Betty was preceded in death by her parents, Paul Harvey Davis and Annie Mae Davis; her brothers, John Willie Davis and Junior Davis; and her sisters, Pearl Davis and Gladys Fair.

 She is survived by her siblings Stanley Davis, Annie Ruth Grice, Robert Davis and Lee Anthony Davis; her two daughters, Dytrina Lateef and Markeeta Watkins; her sons-in-law, Troy Watkins and Jamal Lateef; her seven grandchildren — Alyssa, Alex, Zania, Xalia, Troy Jr., Zariya, and Trinity — as well as a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family, and beloved friends.

 Betty’s life was a reflection of faith, generosity, and unconditional love. Her legacy lives on through every prayer she spoke, every meal she shared, and every heart she touched