Virginia Dare Davis

She is survived by her husband, Rev. Dr. Daniel O. Davis, Jr. of 75 years. Her daughters, Pamela Dukes, Cynthia Johns & Bonney (Gary) Smith. Her Grandchildren, Kimberly (Waverly) Rusak, Shelly (Robert) Walker, Virginia (Keegan) Ivey, Daniel Jodi) Smith, Jonathon (Dana) Smith & Michael (Tabitha) Smith.

14 Great-Grandchildren, nephew Donnie Crapse, Sister-in-law, Martha Nicholas, along with many more nieces, nephews, great-great-grands, family and friends.

On April 25, 1948, Virginia & Daniel were married, and began their family. She served as a Chaplain's wife & together they traveled the world. Ginny was a strong helpmate to Dan, throughout many decades of Pastoral Ministries. She was a dedicated mother, homemaker & an active worker, volunteering wherever there was a need - the Red Cross, numerous church nurseries & kitchens, organizing countless meals & events.

She participated in multiple knitting ministries, creating hats, scarves, blankets & toys, for orphanages & children in need, across the globe. She was a skilled painter & a talented artisan. Hers was a lifetime of philanthropic work, devoted to enriching the lives of others.

Above all, she was a fervent follower of Christ.

A visitation for Virginia will be held Saturday, July 8, 2023 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Mandarin Baptist Church, 11244 San Jose Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32223. A funeral service will occur Saturday, July 8, 2023 at 12:00 PM, 11244 San Jose Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32223. A committal service will occur Saturday, July 8, 2023 at 1:00 PM at Mandarin Cemetery, Mandarin Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32223.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.hgmandarin.com for the Davis family.