Donald Jackson Davis, known to his loved ones as Donnie, passed away on December 20, 2023, in Fort Myers, Florida, at the age of 70. Donnie was born on November 24, 1953, in Decatur, Georgia, and was the son of the late James Howard Davis and Matilda Genard Davis.
Donnie was a loving husband, married to his high school sweetheart, Debbie Denson Davis, for an incredible fifty years. Together, they built a beautiful life and raised two children, Christopher Sean Davis (Kristen) and Deanna Ashley Walker (Rea). Donnie was a proud grandfather to his four grandchildren, Christopher Davis Jr. (Nicki), McKenzie Davis, Lyla Walker, and Davis Walker. He is survived by three brothers, Jim (Dot), Bob, and Gary.
After retiring from a thirty-year career with the DeKalb County Water Department, Donnie enjoyed his well-deserved leisure time. He and Debbie embarked on numerous adventures, traveling and cherishing moments with their children, grandchildren, and dear friends at their waterfront home. Donnie's dedication to his hobbies was evident through his twenty-year Braves season ticket holder status, fifteen-year Georgia Tech football season ticket holder and alumni association donor position, and his fifty-year membership in the Sons of the American Legion and the Sons of the Confederacy. He also found solace in boating, fishing, and golf.
Donnie will forever be remembered as a lively and compassionate soul. He had an innate ability to make friends with anyone he met and was always willing to lend a helping hand. His warm smile and caring nature touched the lives of many.
Family and friends are invited to pay their respects at the funeral services, which will begin with visitation from 12:00 Noon - 1:30 PM on Wednesday, December 27, 2023 followed by Celebration of Life services at 1:30 PM, at Horis A. Ward - Fairview Chapel, located at 376 Fairview Road, Stockbridge, Georgia 30281. Following the service, Donnie will be laid to rest in a burial ceremony.
The compassionate staff at Horis A. Ward - Fairview Chapel, located at 376 Fairview Road, Stockbridge,
Georgia, 30281, will be assisting the family with the funeral arrangements.
Donnie's legacy will live on through the memories shared by those who knew and loved him. He will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and all who had the pleasure of crossing paths with him. May his soul rest in eternal peace.
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