In Memory Of
Rufus R. Davis
1937
2021
Rufus R. Davis
May 24, 1937 — November 8, 2021
Rufus R. Davis, age 84 of Dayton, passed away Monday, November 8, 2021 at Miami Valley Hospital. He was born May 24, 1937 in Kings Mountain, Kentucky, the son of the late John and Eliza Davis.
Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Ada Davis; sister, Clema Shea; and brother, Doyle Davis.
Rufus is survived by children, Linda (Russell) Gibson, Karen Jones, Ricky Davis, Patricia (Tony) Crego, John (Sam) Davis; sister, Nancy Stevens; numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren; as well as many nieces and nephews.
Rufus was a talented and knowlegable landscaper most of his life. One of his favorite stories to tell was that he contributed to the landscaping at the Brickyard. Music was also an important part of his life. He was an excellent guitar player and singer, entertaining everyone on Sunday mornings. Most importantly, Rufus loved his family.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to Heartland of Kettering, especially Tori, for their compassion and care.
Visitation will be held on Monday, November 15, 2021 from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm at Newcomer Kettering Chapel (3940 Kettering Blvd., Kettering, Ohio 45439). A Celebration of Life will begin at 3:00 pm.
To view the livestream please click the link below:
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To share a memory of Rufus or leave a special message for his family, please click the "Share Memories" button above.
Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Ada Davis; sister, Clema Shea; and brother, Doyle Davis.
Rufus is survived by children, Linda (Russell) Gibson, Karen Jones, Ricky Davis, Patricia (Tony) Crego, John (Sam) Davis; sister, Nancy Stevens; numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren; as well as many nieces and nephews.
Rufus was a talented and knowlegable landscaper most of his life. One of his favorite stories to tell was that he contributed to the landscaping at the Brickyard. Music was also an important part of his life. He was an excellent guitar player and singer, entertaining everyone on Sunday mornings. Most importantly, Rufus loved his family.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to Heartland of Kettering, especially Tori, for their compassion and care.
Visitation will be held on Monday, November 15, 2021 from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm at Newcomer Kettering Chapel (3940 Kettering Blvd., Kettering, Ohio 45439). A Celebration of Life will begin at 3:00 pm.
To view the livestream please click the link below:
https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/authorise.php?k=1636760251147977
To share a memory of Rufus or leave a special message for his family, please click the "Share Memories" button above.
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Service Schedule
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Visitation
Monday, November 15, 2021
2:00 - 3:00 pm (Eastern time)
Kettering Chapel
Service
Monday, November 15, 2021
Starts at 3:00 pm (Eastern time)
Kettering Chapel
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