Carla Davis Obituary
Carla Davis, age 60 of Glennville, Georgia passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loved ones. She was born in Tattnall County to the late John Davis and Rosa Mae Mobley of Glennville. A proud graduate of Long County High School, Class of 1982, Carla made history as the first Miss Ebony's inaugural Black pageant in Long County. Carla was a standout basketball player on her high school basketball team. Her athletic talent earned her a basketball scholarship to Brewton-Parker College. Carla was a beloved figure in the Glennville community. Many knew her from her years of hard work and warm spirit at The Hen House, where her smile and presence left a lasting impression. More than anything, Carla loved spending time with her family and friends. She found joy in every moment shared with those she held dear and created memories that will live on for generations. She is preceded in death by her parents, sister, Pamela King and her brother, John Daniel Davis, III.
She leaves to cherish her memory three devoted children; Kiara Cain (Kenneth) of Glennville, GA, Quaysean Davis (Ali) of Glennville, GA, and Shataveia Clarke of Atlanta, GA; Carla is also survived by her loving sisters, Sibley Davis of Bloomingdale, GA, Sharon Collier (Calvin) of Glennville, GA, Karen Walthour (Paul) of Midway, GA, Cornelia Winters (Christopher) of Montgomery, AL, and Carol Fountain of Glennville, GA. Her legacy continues through her nine beautiful grandchildren, Kezia, Kendraya, Kehlyn, Asher, Tatum, Tyson, Carlee, Ke'ailey and Radan-along with a host of extended family members, close friends, and all those lives she touched as well as a special friend and caretaker, Herman Lisbon.
Carla Davis will be remembered for her strength, kindness, laughter, and the deep love she gave so freely.
Family will receive friends from 5:00pm to 7:00pm on Friday, August 8, 2025 at the funeral home.
Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00am on Saturday, August 9, 2025 from the Chapel of Glennville Funeral Home.
Glennville Funeral Home has the honor to serve the family of Ms. Carla Davis.
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