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Roger Davis Obituary
Roger’s life was full of love, music, sports, family and friends. Born in Camden, he was the son of Russell “Rusty” Jennings, owner of Davis & Sons’ Guitar Shop, and Jean Smith Davis, retired school teacher. At almost every live concert that Rusty or his brother Patrick played you could find the tall, good-looking redhead in the crowd singing along, helping set up the show or spreading the word. When he wasn’t working as everyone’s favorite bartender and waiter at Carolina Cafe, The Old Armory Steakhouse and Indigo Jones he was hanging out with his niece and nephews, friends, family and longtime sweetheart, Vivian. He was an avid fan of the Atlanta Braves, Dallas Cowboys and South Carolina Gamecocks. Roger was loved by so many and will be dearly missed by all. He will be remembered for bringing laughter and joy to everyone who knew him. Roger died Sunday, June 29, 2008.
Surviving are his parents; brother, Patrick Davis (Virginia) of Nashville, TN; sisters, Megan Davis McCaskill and Dorothy Davis of Camden; maternal grandparents, Murray and Virginia Smith of Camden; paternal grandmother, Laura Lee of Lugoff; niece, Savanna Rose McCaskill; nephews, Jackson McCaskill and David Chandler Davis, all of Camden; and his girlfriend, Vivian Watkins of Camden.
He was predeceased by his paternal grandfather, Russell Jennings Davis and stepgrandfather, Jim Lee.
Active pallbearers will be John Acker, Alex Goodale, Michael Hartis, Stephen Jones, Caleb McCaa, Joshua McCaa, Ben Marshall, Steven Mooneyhan, Landon Reeves, Trey Sachs, Nic Sadanya, Aaron Scheuer, Tobias Schrieber, John Paul Smith, Willis Trapp, Woody Whitaker and Tyee Williams.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Roger Jennings Davis Memorial Scholarship Fund, c/o First Palmetto Savings Bank, 407 DeKalb Street, Camden, SC 29020. This annual scholarship fund will be used as a music appreciation scholarship for a college bound student attending Camden High School.
Kornegay Funeral Home, Camden Chapel, is in charge.
Please sign the online register book at www.kornegayfuneral.com.
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Susan Taylor
July 9, 2008
Roger made a good impression on me the first time I met him. He was only 15 and I knew he was a special young man. I'll never forget that red hair, his warm smile and his kindness. We will miss you, Roger. I know you're batting a thousand.
Jennifer Griggs
July 2, 2008
I only knew Roger a short time, but he was certainly the kind of person that left an impression. He was always positive, happy and had a smile for everyone. I was deeply saddened to hear of his passing. He will be missed, but more importantly, he will be remembered! That is evident by the visitation last night and the comments on this site and others like it. It seems that he touched everyone he met, no matter how brief. I feel blessed to have know him if only for a moment. God bless you Roger! My prayers and condolences go out to all of Roger’s family and friends.
Megan Morrow
July 2, 2008
You are all in our Prayers.
Megan and Jody Morrow
Carolyne Smith
July 2, 2008
Roger is someone I will never forget and I am so lucky to have had him in my life. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and loved ones always.
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Abby Faulkenberry
July 1, 2008
Roger was a guy that could turn a bad day into a good day with just his beautiful smile. He will be missed!!!
Karen Shirley
July 1, 2008
Dear Rusty and Jeanne,
I am deeply saddened by your loss. Roger was a vibrant young man and was a blessing to all those who knew him. May God's mercy and grace bring you strength and comfort during this difficult time. As a parent myself, I cannot begin to imagine what you are feeling, but I will pray for you and your family.
Frank & Amanda Tidwell
July 1, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. He will be missed dearly.
Tia Dickert
July 1, 2008
Though only an acquaintance of Roger's....my heartfelt sympathy to your family!
Rusty Hancock
July 1, 2008
Roger was a very special person, he
was the kind of person who would light up a room. For a guy his age
he touched a lot of people and he
will be missed....
We loved him dearly, Rusty, Jerie &
Casey
ASHLEY WHITAKER
July 1, 2008
ROGER WAS A GREAT GUY. HE WILL BE MISSED. OUR PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS GO TO EVERYONE THAT WAS CLOSE TO HIM.
THE WHITAKER FAMILY
JOHNATHAN AND ASHLEY
Molly Yates
July 1, 2008
My thoughts and prayers with you.
Lynne Douglass
July 1, 2008
Rusty, Jeanne, and Family,
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
I love y'all.
Lynne Douglass
Sabrina Bray
July 1, 2008
My thoughts of Roger will always be happy thoughts.
courtney morgan speight
July 1, 2008
I was deeply saddened when I learned about Roger's passing. Please accept my heartfelt sympathies for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Roger was very blessed to have such a wonderful, loving family. I know Roger will live on in all of our hearts and memories. Heaven is a very lucky place to have such an astounding young man.
Amy West
July 1, 2008
I have never heard a bad word spoken about Roger. He was a true gentleman and loved by all who knew him. My heart and prayers go out to your family.
Phillip McLeod
July 1, 2008
I am very sorry for your lost. Bryan was just remembering how he and Roger shared their love of baseball. May God bless the family and friends of Roger
Robin Catoe
July 1, 2008
God Bless all of you at such a very sad time....Love and Prayers are with you.
Carol Rankin
July 1, 2008
May God give you comfort in this time of need. My love and prayers go out to you, Rusty and your family.
God bless,
Tony McKie
July 1, 2008
As a former roomate of Roger's I fully understand that Roger will continue to be the life of the party, smiling that contagious smile. He is missed.
Love always, Tony, Beth, and Amelia Rose McKie.
Ashley Carraway
July 1, 2008
My prayers and thoughts will be with your family. Deepest sympathy,
Beth Branham
July 1, 2008
There are no words to console the loss you are feeling but know that every life Roger touched will carry on his spirit and love for life. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
David Sloan
July 1, 2008
We are sorry for your loss. I remember Roger playing basketball with Paul in a Rec. Dept. league. He was good.
God Bless.
David & Billie
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