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Mr. Troy Anthony Davis - SAVANNAH - Mr. Troy Anthony Davis, 42, entered eternal rest on Wednesday, September 21, 2011. He was a native of Savannah, GA. He was educated in the public system school of Chatham County and was a 1987 graduate of Richard Arnold High School. He was a member of United Church of God in Christ. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph L. Davis Sr. and Virginia Roberts Davis. Cherishing his loving memories: sisters, Martina Davis-Correia, Kimberly Davis, Ebony Davis, and Shirley (DeWayne) Davis-Logan; brothers, Lester Davis, Joseph (Mary) Davis Jr., Ronald (Cynthia) Davis Sr., Willie Davis, and Willie (Vivian) Jones; nephew, Antone' De'Juan Davis-Correia; niece, Kiersten Herron; special friend, Sharonda Johnson; and a host aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousin, other relatives and friends. Celebration of Life service will held 11:00 a.m. Saturday, October 1, 2011 at Jonesville Baptist Church of the P.A.W., 5201 Montgomery St., Savannah, GA. Elder James Rodgers, Pastor. Dr. Raphael Warnock, Officiating. (Pastor of Ebenezer Baptist Church, Atlanta, GA) Interment ~ Magnolia Memorial Gardens. Sidney A. Jones and Campbell Funeral Services. Please sign our Obituary Guest Book at www.sidneyajonesfh.com Savannah Morning News September 28, 2011 Please sign our Obituary Guest Book at savannahnow.com/obituaries .

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Published by Savannah Morning News on Sep. 28, 2011.

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Tiffany

October 24, 2012

We will never forget

Joseph Jackson

February 24, 2012

Before you left I prayed in the spirit that your life would be sustained. I hated you had to leave this way, but the good Lord from heaven intercepted you from your woes, and troubles. . . Thank God you made it to the promise land.

ACP

November 16, 2011

My heart aches for your loss. My prayers are with you everyday. Stay strong, continue to fight and find peace in knowing that something great will come from your loved ones life here on Earth. May God bless you and your family throughout your days.

shannon miller

October 25, 2011

i got your back troy anthony davis because god know best and no one no the rest rest in peace troy davis because you is with your heavenlyn father god and he is on our side and also on your family side too god will heal your family pain because my god is a healer and he is going to heal your family pain please don't gave up his fight and victory will be won one day october25,2011 millerfamily and singletonfamily

October 19, 2011

May God stay with the Davis family. I know words will not bring him back but keep in mind that he is in HEAVEN with his mom. Please don't gave up his fight and victory will be won one day.

Xe Xe

October 17, 2011

I am deeply moved by the whole situation with Mr. Davis and his family. I am also saddened by his execution, although I do see that many people all over the world felt for him as I feel for you. May he be protected in heaven by the arms of God and from the sufferings of this world. My condolences. Best wishes to the Davis family.

Madeline Bryant

October 16, 2011

Troy is at peace now with his mother. May God bless the family of Troy Davis

October 15, 2011

To the Davis family you will always be in my prayers.

Love the Williams Family

Johnnie Dumas Myers

October 10, 2011

Martina and family,
Man took aways Troy's flesh but God has his heart and soul. I am still praying with the family and I know God is holding on to you. We will continue to share the story for change. Know that your friends continue to wrapped their arms around you and your family.

Jean James

October 9, 2011

To the family of Troy Davis
I regret Troy had to die such a death and that your family had to endure such atrocity, but I assure you as one person, I am committed to helping to spread his story and fighting for justice in these United States.
Mrs. Jean James

CAROLYN (KAT) JOYNER

October 7, 2011

TO THE DAVIS FAMILY MAY YOU FINE COMFORT IN KNOWING THAT WE ARE SO SADDEN BY YOUR LOSS, AND TO KIM,AND MARTINA AND MY PRECIOUS KIERSTEN. LOVE YOU GUYS.

wendy Richardson

October 7, 2011

Still Praying and believing that God will heal and bring us through,we love you Davis family......love and peace be with each of you....

Tara

October 6, 2011

May God be with the family of Troy Davis at this sad time. Troy you are now with the angels at peace, I belive in your innocence and so doesn't our Father...God knows the truth and Troy may you rest in eternal peace!

Olga Aguilar

October 6, 2011

May the Lord be with Troy and his family through this difficult time. Troy new the truth and so does God. May he rest in peace and know that from here on out no injustice will ever be done against him. Ever again.

October 5, 2011

Troy is an angel now. When I saw the most beautiful rainbows in the Savannah skies a couple of days before his funeral, I know it is a sign that his spirit is free and happy to be returning home again.

Katrina Smith

October 5, 2011

I truly believe in Troy's innocense. He was my friend who had abig heart for others inspite of and very funny. He amaze me many days of his words of wisdom and courage. May God continue to bless &keep the Davis family. The fight is not in vein its just begun. Peace be unto you.

Andrea Kearney

October 4, 2011

May God be with you throuh these tough times. Much love to the Troy Davis family. Stay strong.

Janelle Ryan

October 3, 2011

GOD BLESS you and your family. We will never forget you or the injustices you faced in your short and tragic life. I hope you are at peace now.

October 3, 2011

To the Davis Family

I did not know Troy personally but I felt like I knew him by following the story. You are a very strong family to have fought as long as you have and have stuck in there to the very end. This situation really touched me. I am so sorry for your loss, but remember god knows best and have all the answers. You all continue to pray and keep your hands in gods hands. As of now, Troy is set free. He has touch lives worldwide. Now he is resting in peace. may god continue ot bless you all. Please continue to fight as troy requested. RIP TROY

j gibson

October 3, 2011

I am so blessed to say that I knew this amazing man...he will forever be in my heart and so will his family...love to you all.

Barbara Pinckney

October 3, 2011

May God bless and keep Troy. I am thinking of you, Kimberly and Ebony.

Mr. Wendell G. Dean II

October 3, 2011

To the Family of Mr. Troy Anthony Davis, My family and I have been deeply touched by the passing of Troy and more sadden by the manner by which he was taken form you. But take courage in the fact of knowing, that Troy knew who he was and to whom he belonged. That is something that no law can take away from him. It is our hope and prayer, that God's Peace that passes all human understanding, will keep your harts and minds in Christ Jesus our Lord. That the God of all creation will keep you in perfect peace.

LaWanda Simmons

October 3, 2011

To be absent from the body, is to be with the Lord ! Thanks for such a celebration of life service.

valesina dillard

October 3, 2011

may god continue to bless an keep you in your time of need. troy may be gone but never forgotten! hold on to gods unchanging hand!!!!

October 3, 2011

May the peace of God forever Comfort the Davis Family, remember to hold to God unchanging Hand,

Cheryl and the Staff of Ribbons and Roses Florist

Angela Brown

October 2, 2011

To the Davis family,
Troy's name will live on in the hearts of many. His name will appear in future Law books,History books and many other types of books. Thank you all for not only sharing his life but showing us all how a family should be. Faithfulness, togetherness, and unwavering. May God continue to bless each and every one in this strong family.

Ashanti B

October 2, 2011

May GOD bless you all and keep you! I will continue his fight!!!

Marla Powers

October 2, 2011

May God's grace comfort you and heal your pain at this very difficult time.
He knows the truth of all situations

Nikki San Martino

October 2, 2011

Mr.Troy A.Davis has left a great legacy of love and has touched many,many lives all over the world.To all family and friends of Mr.T his memorires are legacies of "LOVE" and will never be forgotten,all are individual and cannot be taken away.Peace,Love,Guidance and Protection.

monica Whitaker

October 2, 2011

To the Davis Family, May God give you peace and hold you near his Cross.I will always keep you in my prayers,will always remember how hard you tried to fight.Just know you will also will you be loved, R.I.P Troy

Stefanie Takenaka

October 2, 2011

Troy Davis will live on forever as a memory. He is history for the young ones. God bless him and his family. I wish I had an obituary so my young one can see when he gets older.

rose james nelson

October 2, 2011

martina, i commend you for your strength and courage. hold onto the memories. may god continue to bless you and your family.

October 2, 2011

may god bless troy davis family.he will live on in his family and friends

Cindy DeLoach

October 2, 2011

God Bless the Troy Davis Family. Rest In Peace, Troy. I am so sorry for all you had to endure while you were here. I will never forget you. You wil always be in my heart.

Clara Miller

October 2, 2011

May the God we service bless you and your family...May the people of Savannah GA, and other places around the world until to fight to end the Death Penalty! It's so hard to say goodbye to yesterday! I have never mat you,but my heart goes out to you... may your soul R.I.P Troy Davis!! Clara Miller ( Gaithersburg, MD)

Niki Travis

October 2, 2011

You will never be forgotten, Troy. My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this most difficult time.

Linda Watkins

October 2, 2011

Bless you and your family. We will fight on for all the Troy Davis.

kim

October 2, 2011

We will never forget Troy Davis... And "Try Davis" will go on, to help others in your situation.. God Bless you, R.I.P. Troy!!

Delphine McElveen-Bey

October 2, 2011

Your death is not in vain and it it now assisting in saving other lives...thank you.

Helen Miller

October 2, 2011

I will never forget September 21, 2011 @ 11:08p.m. It brought tears to my eyes. I never met you but I fought through petitions with the NAACP and Change.org. May you FOREVER be in the loving arms of God.

Glenda Cunningham

October 2, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Petra Hannon

October 2, 2011

We are all Try Davis. The fight will go on!
My deepest sympathis go out to his family.

Evelin Petes

October 2, 2011

Please accept my deepest condolences and my deepest sympathy! Thinking of Troy and his loved ones!

sandie Blanton

October 2, 2011

My thoughts are with Troy's Family

October 2, 2011

Please accept our deepest sympathy. from The Andrus Family

Shameka Johnson

October 1, 2011

My sympathy goes out too the davis family.I didnt have the chance too meet Mr.Davis but i have been following this amazing story and it has really touch my heart. God bless the Davis family and I will pray for you and you will have the strength to over come this just keep the faith.

Damian Mattis

October 1, 2011

I did not know you, but I believed in your story. I do know that God sees and knows all things and that you are now resting peacefully in His arms. To the family - keep the faith!

Michael Davidson

October 1, 2011

Hold on to God unchanging hands. May God continue to bless your family. You gave a good fight. Praying for the family

carole smith

October 1, 2011

TROY FOREVER(my epitath) Rage and confusion are dwelling in the mind.Reality or illusion,searching for a sign.Pray for us Father,we're running out of time.Lift our spirit Brother,for the hope of all mankind. PEACE and LOVE your Sister Carole a.k.a. TROY DAVIS

Joseph Bonelli

October 1, 2011

So Sorry this happen to you Troy will continue to fight to abolish the death penalty in your name RIP Troy.

Jacci Payne

October 1, 2011

To the family fo Troy Davis;
Words cannot express the pain that I feel for the family, I never met Mr. Davis but his life will remain with many. May God bless and keep you as you go through this unjustice time.

Angela Totten

October 1, 2011

Troy Anthony Davis will always live in people hearts and he his name will be carry on. Justice will be done for him and his family. RIP Troy Anthony Davis

Coretta Lee-Sumpter

October 1, 2011

RIP Mr Davis. I will br praying for your family

Trevinas Adams

October 1, 2011

We don't have to mourn any longer because Troy now walks with the king. God bless you Martina and your family, you will forever be in our hearts....

April Wright

October 1, 2011

I know Troy is saying "Hallelujah
I am free, no more goodbyes, no more chains holding me, Praise the Lord hallelujah I am free.
May God continue to bless the Davis Family, never give up. We love you"ll and support you'll 100%

Marcia Livingston

October 1, 2011

My deepest sympathay goes out to Mr.Troy
Davis family ,may Troy rest in peace .I will keep you in our prayers ,God bless You.

TAMARA JONES

October 1, 2011

MY HEART IS IN DEEP SORROW FOR YOU'R FAMILY, MAY YOU'R HIGHER POWER BLESS YOU ALWAYS . TAMARA. E. JONES AND FAMILY.

Yoke Jaken

October 1, 2011

I am Troy...
Much strenght, light and love to the family of Troy Davis.
His name lend to justice and will never be forgotten.

Barbara Payton

October 1, 2011

May God continue to bless the Davis Family. Troy courage was felt all around the world and celebrate his life with the continue fight for justice. My prayers are with all of you. Rest In Peace Troy.

MARCUS/MACCAPONE HIGGINS

October 1, 2011

liz laguer

October 1, 2011

God has him safe in his arm now. No more pain. We love you and don't give up the figth.Peace be with the Troy family.
I am TROY DAVIS.
Good bless you nd yours.

Dorothy W. Luke

October 1, 2011

My sympathy goes out to the family of Troy Davis. I never met Mr. Davis, but God has. Keep praying and you all will make it through these troubling time.

Janine Floyd

October 1, 2011

May The Lord, grant your family comfort throughout this trying time. Troy was loved by many across the world, and his life will always be honored. He did not live in vain! God Bless you all!

Michael Rogers

October 1, 2011

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Kym Johnson

October 1, 2011

We were so sorry to hear of the loss of your loved one. We're sending you a hug from afar.

sarah

October 1, 2011

My heart goes out to the Davis family in this devastating time. Sadly it seems that Troy's purpose was far greater than any he could accomplish here on earth, he will have to do it from Heaven. He will lend his name to justice and will never be forgotten. RIP Troy.

Al Lambert

October 1, 2011

Keep your eyes lifted to the hills from whence cometh your help. Knowing that it comes from the Lord who made heaven and earth.

Caree Hymon

October 1, 2011

To Troy A Daivs u r dance with The Lord and ur parents now u can wacth over ur family may god keep blessing the davis family

Betty Morris

October 1, 2011

My condolences to the Davis family. Sometimes, God does not answer our prayers , the way we want him to." Trust in the lord with all your heart, And lean not on your own understanding; In your all your ways acknowledge Him, And He shall direct your paths "(Proverbs 3:5-6). KEEP THE FAITH !

Sunrise

October 1, 2011

Even though I never met you,
I share your innocence,
I share your pain,
I share your love and I share name
- I AM TROY

Kate Noble

October 1, 2011

God knows you went through hell in this world. And God knows you deserve to be in peace with Him now. God bless you Troy, and rest well knowing that we carry on your fight to end the killing! I will miss you in this world.

angela letbetter

October 1, 2011

love,you miss you may god keep blessing your family...........troy you have done with all us got to do rest my brother!!!!

Mignone Davis

October 1, 2011

My condolences to the family. May you find peace in knowing the hearts he's touched and the many lives that he brought together!

R Poe

October 1, 2011

God has him safe in his arms now. No more stress or worring. My prayers are with the family. May God bless you and give you peace. R.Poe

Monzell Houston

October 1, 2011

Although I didn't know of Troy personally, my family really feels your pain. Whatever my family and I can do to help get this justice system on the right track, you have our back. Continue to be lifted up because God is looking down protecting all of you. We love you and don't give up the fight. It's not over until God says it's over. Be blessed.

Tracey Jones

October 1, 2011

That He would grant you, according to the riches of His glory, to be strengthened with might through His Spirit in the inner man, that Christ may dwell in yours hearts through faith; that you, being rooted and grounded in love. Peace be with the Davis Family. You have all of my prayers. I am a TROY DAVIS! God bless u!

Mrs.Patricia Moss

October 1, 2011

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

October 1, 2011

Just one of the brothers from the wall summer school windsor forest RIP BROTHER TROY

October 1, 2011

Saying a prayer

Alfonso & Carolyne Green

October 1, 2011

To the Davis family, be proud & forever protective of Troy Davis. With God, his family, & an entire nation beside him he fought an unfogettable fight. That chapter has ended now 'cause he longed to be a comfort to his Mom, in heaven, to reassure her that he's ALRIGHT! Our Farther in heaven will give us comfort & strength to continue in Troy's name! It has NOT ended! Stay Strong!

Ida Willis

October 1, 2011

I know that you will find strenght in the LORD,for he is still in charge. I didnt know Mr.Troy Anthony Davis, but by what Ive read, he fought til the end.You all just keep the faith and hold on, because GOD WILL PROVIDE!" Weeping my endureth through the night, but, JOY,joy,so much JOY, cometh in the Morning." R.I.P.Mr. Troy Anthony Davis

Barry Howard

October 1, 2011

Free at last, Free at last, Thank God Almighty Troy Anthony Davis is Free at Last. To the Davis family, my deepest thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of need. Always remember I am Troy Anthony Davis and that movement will last a life time. Justice without pain is Justice without a cause.

Ruth Hull-Richter

October 1, 2011

Troy's sacrifice may lead to the eventual end of the death penalty. But what a loss. Words cannot make up for this tragedy. May God bless and take loving care of Troy until we see him again.

Bill and Josie Hash

October 1, 2011

Troy Davis will be remembered and honored. May God bless his family with renewed strength and peace.

"Do not stand at my grave and weep, I am not there; I do not sleep. I am a thousand winds that blow. I am the diamond glints on snow. . . ." (Mary Elizabeth Frye)

I am Troy Davis!

Geraldine Williams

October 1, 2011

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

MARY YOUNG

October 1, 2011

TO THE DAVIS FAMILY:GOD bless you and give you strenth to endure.AND THE MEMORIES WILL CARRY YOU THRU. I'LL REMEMBER SIGNING TROY DOWN 2 COME ON THE WINDOW AT THE OLD JAILHOUSE ON M.L.K DOWNTOWN AND JUST TALKING TO HIM. MEMORIES IS SOMETHING THEY CAN'T TAKE AWAY FROM YOU SO STAY STRONG AND GIVE GOD THE GLORY. WE ARE TROY DAVIS!

Tanika Butler

October 1, 2011

My prayers are with Lester & The Davis Family. May god give you the strength you need to endure. Troy and Mrs Virginia will continue to be with you in spirit always.

May God Bless You and your Family

Larenda Smith

September 30, 2011

It seems like a scentless death but trust and believe that is how God will have it to be and He will get His Glory out of this be strong in the Lord Cavis family and do you will began to understand this better by and by be blessed Larenda Johnson-Smith and the Johnson-Smith families

Rita Wukoson

September 30, 2011

Troy Davis: The beginning of the END of the death penalty.

Troy's life made a tremendous difference, he has awakened people around the world! We will keep fighting just as he asked of us, we will NOT STOP until there are no more "Troy Davis'"!

Thank you Troy, for your faithfulness until the end - you are an inspiration and I rejoice knowing that you were dancing before the Lord at 11:09PM, 9-21-11!

Blessings to the Davis family. Peace and strength to carry us the rest of the way. Amen.

Altresa (Jones) McCombs

September 30, 2011

May God be with you during your time of bereavement. Know that Troy is at peace and in a better place. Remember the good times and it will help with the pain.

Corletta Hardy

September 30, 2011

You will always live in our hearts and prayers.

Danielle Richardson

September 30, 2011

God plz bless the davis family while they walk there last walk with there love one.#I AM TROY DAVIS

Angel Cooper Brinson & Family

September 30, 2011

My condolences go out to Tina, Kim, Lester & the rest of the Davis Family. May God grant you peace that surpasses all of y'alls understanding! Keep ya heads up....

September 30, 2011

To: The TROY ANTHONY DAVIS family. We the BARKLEY family express our deepest sympathy for your loss. We pray that God give you comfort strength and peace each and everyday. May God be with you always Please trust in him and he will see you through. Take great comforting knowing that God has been through this with you all every step of the way. Continue to pray without ceasing. Connie Barkley (Locust Grove, Ga)

Dajuan Thompson

September 30, 2011

Troy Davis FOREVER!!

Nikiah Roberson

September 30, 2011

May your soul rest in peace and you find comfort. You are with your father and there is no greater joy. God bless your soul and your family. RIP Troy!!!! I AM TROY!!!!

September 30, 2011

You are in our prayers.
St Luke AME Church, Lyons, GA
Rev. Brenda Nobles-Brown, Pastor

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