Joseph Davis Obituary
Royal Joseph Davis
August 12, 2025
Royal Joseph Davis, 61, departed this world peacefully on August 12, 2025, at his home surrounded by his family. He was born on June 8, 1964, to the late Eldonia Davis Washington and the late Saul Carter. He grew up in Paincourtville and had a great love for his family and friends and enjoyed family gatherings.
He was baptised at an early age at Caanan Baptist Church where he was faithful member. He graduated from Assumption High School and Louisiana Technical School he was employed with Lula-Westfield for 35 years until his health failed.
He is survived by his loving daughter Brooklyn C. Davis of Thibodaux, LA. 4 brothers, Joseph (Marshellia) Washington of Thibodaux, LA; Robert (Florida) Washington of Huntsville, AL; Lawrence (Geraldine) Davis of Paincourtville, LA; Steven (Carol) Davis of Ewellville, LA; 3 sisters, Ethel Boutain of Paincourtville, LA; Grace (L.C.) Rainey of Paincourtville, LA; and Carol (Randy) Williams of Baton Rouge, LA; 4 Aunts Ruby Blaine, Betty Walker, Modesto Carter, Zennia Caldwell and Rose Davis. A devoted friend Terry Donsereaux and host of nieces, nephews and friends.
Proceeding in death by his parents, Eldonia Davis Washington, Saul Carter, one brother, Donald Davis, one sister, Diane Ausbrooks and two nieces, Joneice Lee, Jermaine Davis, paternal and maternal grandparents, aunts and uncles.
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Anthony Carter
August 17, 2025
The Davis family have my deepest sympathy and prayers for Brooklyn
Darwin Adams
August 17, 2025
My condolences to the Davis Family. Rest in peace Royal
Conchetta Wineburg
August 16, 2025
My condolences to Carol Davis(Randy)and the entire family.
Darnella Patterson
August 16, 2025
Prayers for Brooklyn and the entire Davis family. Royal always had such a kind heart and loving spirit. Rest in peace my former student.
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Charlotte Noel
August 16, 2025
Sending love and condolences to the Davis Family. Rest in peace Royal
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