October 8, 1924 – January 9, 2012
ANDERSON, SC - Cecil Lamar Davis, age 87, of 1936 Dobbins Avenue, and husband of Lois Vivian Griffith Davis, died Monday, January 9, 2012, at AnMed Medical Health Center.
Born in Iva, SC, he was the son of the late Jesse H. Davis and Willie Mae Evans Davis. Mr. Davis was a Navy Veteran having served on the U.S.S. Lexington during World War II and retired from the Naval Reserves. While in the Navy, he earned medals for Asiatic-Pacific with 3 stars, Good Conduct, Victory and Navy Unit Commendation. He worked for a while with Owens Corning Fiberglas and retired from Kanawha Life Insurance Company as a Certified Life Underwriter. He was a member of Gideons International and the American Legion.He was a faithful and charter member of Bridge of Hope Community Church where he served as board member and substitute pianist. Cecil was a special caregiver to many family and friends. He leaves a legacy of faith by example and quick wit to keep those around him smiling.
In addition to his wife of 63 years, he is survived by his loving children; Donna Manly and husband, Richard of Anderson; Steve Davis and wife, Pam of Starr; Terriann Smith and husband, Brian of Lexington; and Bradley Davis and Jan Hammond of Morganton, NC, her daughter, Emma Hammond, nine grandchildren; Jason and Warren Manly,Chrissy Madden, Jessie Linker, Ben and James Smith, Carla Evans, Derrick and Brittany Davis, their mother Connie Davis; and nine great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by a brother, Beverly B. Davis and sister,Vada Metz.
The Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, January 12, 2012, at 12:30 PM at the Bridge of Hope Community Church with the Reverend Mark Griffith officiating. Burial will follow at M. J. “Dolly” Cooper Veterans Cemetery with full military honors. The family will receive friends at the church Thursday, prior to the service from 11:00 AM until Noon. The family is at the home.
We extend special recognition to daughter, Donna Manly, for the loving care provided to our father. We also wish to thank MedShore for their care shown to Vivian during this time.
Flowers are optional. Memorials may be made to Bridge of Hope Community Church, 125 New Prospect Church Road, Anderson, SC 29625, or Gideons International, P. O. Box 1911, Anderson, SC 29622.