Gary was survived two great nieces that were the light of Gary’s life, Kendall Joy Blaylock and Sienna Rose Blaylock and their parents Chris and Andria Blaylock of Memphis, TN; special Aunt Mary Von Mitros of Memphis, TN; Aunt Willard “Faye” Davis Mock and husband Arlis of Fulton, MS; and many other close cousins and great nieces and nephews who adored him and always referred to him as “Uncle Gary.”
Gary was born in Tupelo, MS on March 3rd, 1948, to the late Kindle “Bud” Davis and the late Juanita Joy “Nita” Brown Davis. He was preceded in death by his sister Juanita Devon Davis Blaylock.
He attended Mississippi State University and was still a Bulldog fan all the way. He was the co-owner of Bud Davis Cadillac and Cadillac Sabb of Memphis where he and his father worked side by side until his father’s death. After the passing of his father, Gary still remained the owner running the family business.
Gary’s passion for antiques prompted his love of travel all over the world. At one point his collection was his own private museum. Until his mother’s death she as well traveled with him worldwide and at one point they together even owned “Just Things” dealing with all antiques. Gary enjoyed reading, supporting the Memphis Grizzlies, and going out to dinner with his best friend Patti Davis Bennett; however his most important time was spent with his family. He will forever be remembered for all of his love, kindness, and generosity.
His employees at Bud Davis Cadillac were also a huge part of his family. They shared a mutual respect and bond like no other. Bobby Cline, who worked with Gary for over 23 years, was also like a brother – Bobby and his late wife Raenel were his most dear friends. Orange “Rainbow” Rainey was also a special part of Gary’s life for over 50 years. What initially began as a professional relationship through the car dealerships, quickly led to a rare and unique bond.
Gary leaves behind many cousins on the Davis’ side including: Patti Davis Bennett of Fulton, MS; Pam Davis Horton and husband Michael of Birmingham, AL; Patricia Davis Green of Heidelburg, MS; Carolyn Davis McClellan and husband Jimmy of Louisiana; Wayne Davis of Memphis, TN; a (half) sister Candy Cox Mache and husband Robert of Memphis, TN; Michael Davis Horton of Memphis, TN; Trent Author Bennett II (Tab) and wife Paige of Fulton, MS; Wendi Bennett Stone and husband Justin of Atlanta, GA; and Micah Horton Yeck and husband Paul of Birmingham, AL.
Gary also leaves behind many cousins on the Mitros side including: Jimmy and Nancy Mitros of Chicago, IL; Mary Erin Mitros of Chicago, IL; Catherine May and husband Matt of Washington, DC; John Mitros of Chicago, IL; Anna Mae Mitros of Washington, DC; Jeanne Mitros of Memphis, TN; Meagan Ybos of Memphis, TN; Susannah Hutchens and husband Skip of Denver, CO; and Mallory Kelley and husband Richard of Oxford, MS.
Pall bears include: Bobby Cline, Orange “Rainbow” Rainey, Michael Horton, Justin Stone, Davis Horton, Tab Bennett and Richard Kelley. Honorary pall bears include his much extended Bud Davis Cadillac family and all of his supportive longtime neighbors of “Winton Place.”
A private service for the family will be held this Saturday, January 23 beginning at 1:00 p.m. Anyone who wish to view may do so via live stream at https://www.facebook.com/1007841109305140
In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the efforts of Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital, 848 Adams Ave, Memphis, TN 38104 and/or the Porter-Leath Children’s Home, 1556 Poplar Ave, Memphis, TN 38104 as both of these held tremendous places in Gary’s heart.
Note: Due to the current circumstance with Covid and the safety efforts in place we will be hosting a “Celebration of Life” for Gary Kindle Davis, when willing and possible.
