Mr. Terry R. Davis, age 77, of Potsdam, NY passed away on October 18th at the Canton Potsdam Hospital surrounded by his loving family. Friends may call at the Garner Funeral Service on Thursday, October 21st from 4-7pm. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, October 22nd at 10 am at St. Mary’s Church in Potsdam, NY with Rev. Joseph Giroux celebrant. Burial will follow the service at St. Mary’s Cemetery. A luncheon will follow at the Potsdam Elk’s Lodge.
Terry is survived by his wife Jean Davis of 60 years, son Scott Davis and fiancée Lisa Guiffrida, daughters Tracy Green (David), Jennifer (Jeff) Mason, a brother Francis Davis; grandchildren Kailey Haggett, MaKenzie Burns, Brennan LaShomb, Liam Davis; Kelsey, Corson and Karley Green; and Carter Mason along with 6 great grandchildren.
Mr. Terry R. Davis was born on January 10, 1944 in Potsdam, NY to the late John Davis and Genevieve LaRose. He was a graduate of Potsdam Central High School. On May 13, 1961 he married Jean Chase at St. Mary’s Church in Potsdam, NY. Terry was a supervisor for over 30 years at the Potsdam Paper Mill.
Terry was an avid sports fan, especially rooting for the New York Yankees and Dallas Cowboys. He was very faithful in attending all of his children and grandchildren’s sporting events. He was a Pop Warner football coach for the Colts for several years. He also enjoyed going camping with his wife and family. He very much enjoyed going to the race track at Saratoga every summer.
He was an active member and officer of the Potsdam Elks Lodge. He was also a member at the Moose Lodge, Amvets Post 265, and an Honorary member of the Potsdam Volunteer Fire Department. Thoughts and prayers for the Davis family can be shared @www.garnerfh.com.
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