Jerome Lane "Jerry" Davis

Jerome Lane "Jerry" Davis obituary

Jerome Lane "Jerry" Davis

Jerome Davis Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Burnside Funeral Home on Sep. 25, 2025.

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Jerome "Jerry" Lane Davis, 89, of Bridgeport, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, September 22, 2025. He was born in Clarksburg on November 24, 1935, a son of the late Enoch Davis and Rose Madolyn (Quinn) Linville.

He is survived by his wife, Rebecca "Becky" Davis, whom he married July 25, 1980.

Also surviving are his son, Kevin Davis of Alexandria, VA; his step-daughters, Diane (Mike) McCarthy of Huntington and Karin (Rick) Davies of Lexington, KY; and his grandsons, Jamison and Evan McCarthy and Justin Davies; and his special pup Hazel.

He was preceded in death by brothers Boyd Swiger and Wayne Swiger; and a special uncle and aunt, Richard and Pearl Frederick.

Jerry worked for CNG Transmission for over 30 years in the civil engineering department. He was a pilot and enjoyed working on his plane. Jerry also enjoyed traveling and eating out.

Above all, he was a loving husband, dad, and grandfather.

A private graveside service will be held for the family.

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