Gary Davis Obituary
Gary Wayne Davis passed away on Tuesday, January 27, 2026 in Peru, Indiana at the age of 77. He was born in Kentucky on January 24, 1949 to Ruby Beck and Carson Davis. He loved music of all kinds, as well as his family, animals, God, and going for long walks.
Gary was preceded in death by his parents, Ruby Beck and Carson Davis and siblings, Joyce Lee, sister, and brothers, Jimmy, Danny, Carson "Dale", Fred, and Samual Davis.
He leaves behind to cherish his memory, his daughter, Jennifer Davis, grandchildren, Jimmy Morefield and Kayla Ropp, great granddaughter, Darliegh Roberson, and brother, Joey Davis (Debbie).
The family will have a Celebration of Life at a later date.
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