Martha Elizabeth Davis

Martha Elizabeth Davis passed away on October 26, 2015 at the age of 79.Martha was born December 7, 1935, in Houston, Texas. The eldest of two daughters of Mary E. Burns Turrentine and Ernest Rumbo she spent most of her life in Houston, Texas where she attended public schools and graduated from Reagan High School. When she met her husband Walter, her life was complete--she had found a wide network of friends and family, and now she had met the love of her life. Walter tells the story of how it was love at first sight when they met at her 18th birthday party and that they talked for hours, marveling at how much they had in common. She spent time pursuing other passions such as gardening, sewing, bird watching and cooking. She loved to draw and tell stories of days past. Martha also found time to belong to a CB Club where she was treasurer, the Fraternal Order of the Moose Lodge, Senior Regent.

Of the things that mattered most to Martha was her family. She met her husband, Walter, in 1953 and they were married in 1955. He kept her laughing throughout her days and lovingly cared for her. Martha and Walter decided to make the most of every day, no matter what. They traveled, visited old friends, learned new hobbies, and enjoyed simple, quiet times together. Martha never complained or asked, "Why me?" She approached her illness with bravery and grace. She inspired everyone in her life to live each day to the fullest. Even when her health was declining rapidly, she would want her family to be together. Martha kept a list of everyone's birthday and made sure to send a card to each; never missing a day. Martha is survived by her husband Walter Davis and 4 children, Donald Davis, Dana Davis, Debbie Sizemore and Barbara Davis. She has 5 grand children Christy Ramirez, Lisa Sizemore, Becky Fithen, Jack Terry Sizemore Jr. and Destin Davis. She also has 5 great-grandchildren, Katelyn Ramirez, Marissa Ramirez, Olivia Fithen, Claire Fithen and Juliet Fithen

Martha was preceded by her parents Mary E Burns Turrentine and Ernest Rumbo as well as her sister Joann Foster. If Martha were here to speak to us, she would remind each of us to be patient with each other, say something kind to one another everyday, laugh everyday and remember family and friends.

Visitation on October 31, 2015 from 1pm to 2pm at the Brookside Funeral Home, Houston, TX. The funeral service will be at 2pm with interment immediately following service in Brookside Memorial Park.