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Demetra Davis Obituary

COLUMBIA - Services for Demetra Davis, 45, of 3421 Covenant Road, will be held Wednesday, January 25, 2012, at 11:00 a.m. at First Nazareth Baptist Church, with interment to follow in Promised Land Cemetery. AA. Dicks Funeral Home-Sullivan Chapel is in charge of these arrangements.

Ms. Davis died Tuesday, January 17, 2012. She was born in Columbia, SC, to Elisha Davis and the late Betty Bookert Davis.

She is survived by her spouse, Fred Newton; daughter, Danika Newton; father, Elisha Davis; seven brothers, Michael L. Davis of Columbia, SC, Anthony P. Davis of Charlotte, NC, Darryl, Whitney, Devin, Marcus and Tyrone Davis, all of Columbia, SC; three sisters, Monica Davis of Columbia, SC, Veronica Davis of Texas, and Brittany of Charlotte, NC; and a host of other relatives and friends.

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Published by The State on Jan. 24, 2012.

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Johnnie Mae Bostic

February 2, 2012

Our sympathy to the Davis/Newton familiy. Richland County

Precious Cannon

January 31, 2012

I share so many memories of Dee who was like a sister to me... Knowing that she truly know our father brings me comfort, yet my hear is heavy -

Precious Cannon & Family

January 31, 2012

Knowing that Dee knew our father brings me joy and comfront that she is now resting in his loving arms... I pray that it will comfort you too. I have nothing but great memories of our fellowship that the Lord has allowed us to share over the years. R.I.P. my sister. May prayers are with the family- Love you Danika

Gary Daniels

January 30, 2012

You are forever in our memories here at Richland County, you are greatly missed.

Marlin Henderson

January 30, 2012

Dee - I know that you have gone on to a better place and that if you had the chance to come back you would probably say no! You will be missed by a lot of people!
I pray that the Holy Spirit give your family comfort.

Conswello Hardy

January 30, 2012

RIP Dee Dee, you will be missed.

Linda Martin

January 26, 2012

May God continue to give you peace and know that she's now in God's hands.

Much love
Linda and Darryl Martin
God is Lord!

Allison Boozer

January 25, 2012

I normally go on weekeneds to wash clothes so my daughter and danika can play. They would have their barbie dolls and I would pick up food for them to have their picnic. Demetra was also so kind and with smiles. She helped me out so much when I was pregnant last year when I almost lost my baby. Today finding out after the funeral was held that she had past I cried and knowing that I wouldn't hear here voice agian. I prayed so hard that she would get over this cough and cold that she has been fighting for a while. My tears flow constantly now knowing I won't hear her laughter at work or when Danika would come over and play with my daughter. This was a tremendous loss for everyone that knew her. She will be truly missed and remembered.

Cynthia Buckner

January 25, 2012

R.I.P. DeeDee !
The Class of 1984 ECHS and All of us here at the Staples Shared Services Center all are missing you !

Joyce Anthony

January 24, 2012

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Samuel & Sunshine McCain

January 24, 2012

For some moments in life, there are no words...

Michele Rabb

January 24, 2012

To the family of Demetra, I give my condolences and I keep you in my prayers. Demetra was a wonderful person, always wore a smile. She will truly be missed.

Estelle Davis

January 24, 2012

My prayers goes out to the family members and friends of DeMetra Davis.
Estelle Davis and family.

Ramona Huff

January 24, 2012

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.

Colleen Jones

January 24, 2012

With a heavy heart I extend my sincere and heartfelt condolences to the Davis/Newton family especially the Apple of her eye, the Love of her life, her baby girl Danika.

Although still shocked and in disbelief after hearing of Demetra's aka DeeDee's (as we called her) passing knowing that she's been delivered from her pain and suffering brings a small smile but doesn't lessen the pain of losing such a kindhearted person and friend.

As a former co-worker of DeeDee's all I can say is to know her would only be to know that there was a good laugh coming! I will forever cherish and hold dear the many many many RLOL moments that's been shared.

There's no doubt that DeeDee will be missed by her family who loves her dearly but also by those of us given the pleasure of getting to know her.

Rest in peace DeeDee! You and your presence are truly missed by your co-workers as well as me.

The hardest part is knowing that after bidding you farewell on tomorrow I'll never see, hear you laugh, or run into you again; instead I'm looking forward to sharing more laughs when we meet again!

**Tear drops for a the loss of a friend** Colleen Jones – former Staples co-worker

Toni B

January 24, 2012

My prayers goes out to the family of Demetra Davis...She will truly be missed.

Patterson Fan Company

January 24, 2012

Demetra was a very special person to our family at Patterson Fan Company. She always had a smile and warm heart. She will be deeply missed. Our thoughts & prayers are with her family & friends at this time.

Tykeshia Robinson

January 24, 2012

Peace and Blessings to the Davis and Newton Family. Demetra was such a great mother and friend and will be dearly missed.

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