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Obituary For Dr. John H. Davis

Dr. John Henry Davis, age 77, died Thursday, February 10, 2022, at his home in Athens, GA.

He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Dr. Katheryn Benefield Davis: his children, Karalyn Davis Waters (Harold) and Kirsten Jon Russel Davis; his beloved grandchildren, Lauryn Elise Waters and Harold “Trey” Waters, III.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held Wednesday, February 16, 2022 at 1:00 PM at the graveside of Evergreen Memorial Park. Public Visitation will be held Tuesday 2-6:30 PM at the funeral home.

Help us celebrate Dr. John H. Davis and thank God for his life. Please share a favorite memory of John, whether it’s an encouraging word he gave you, a funny joke he told you or something he taught you with his life. Send your sentiments to bit.ly/johndavistributes.com. Stories and pictures can also be mailed to: 320 E. Clayton St., Suite 425A, Athens, GA 30601 c/o Kara Davis Waters. Arrangements by Jackson-McWhorter Funeral Home

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To the entire family of Bro. John Davis: John and I attended Unity High School , Statesville, NC. We also went to Girls and Boys State in Raleigh, NC during the summer in 1961. He had a great sense of humor. May God continue to heal you from his loss. Rachel Parker Stockton, Charlotte, NC

- Rachel Stockton

It was a pleasure to have met and ssociated with Dr. Davis as my Brother in Omega Psi Phi Fraternity. Friendship is essential to the soul. He lived by the Cardinal Principals Manhood, Scholarship, Perseverance and Uplift. May he rest in peace and God Blessings be bestowed to his family for sharing him with us.

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Mrs. Kathy Davis and family, Mom and I are just learning of the passing of your beloved husband and father, John Davis. Our prayers are with you and your family during your time of bereavement. Dr. Davis had a beautiful spirit. Mom enjoyed talking to you both in passing during your outings. With love, Wanda Shelton Cox Mrs. Hortense E. Shelton

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I was deeply saddened to learn of Dr. Davis' passing. Katheryn, as we served together on the Clarke Co. School District's citizens' committed, I remain impressed by your constructive, sensible, and grounded approach to the projects and issues before the committee. I was in awe of your devotion to your family, and I know you put Dr. Davis' needs first. You tended to him unfailingly. Now, I know both of you possessed the same sterling character which put service to family and community first. Clearly, these values were instilled in your children. May you find comfort and renewed strength in the genuine respect and love directed to you at this difficult time. Katheryn, you are a model of care and giving. May Dr. Davis be at peace in the palm of the Lord above. Please accept my deepest sympathy. Nancy Hart

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Prayers and condolences to the Davis Family and to our friends Alice and Thomas Johnson. May Gods love and shared memories sustain and comfort you in the days ahead. Andrew & Vonnie Ryan

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My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time. John was a great friend of the family, brother to us all.

- James J. Robinson

Kathy & Family, John's laughter and humor will always live in our memories! So glad we had the times we did! Brother & Sister in love, Calvin and Gail

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To The Davis family.Sending my Deepest Symphathy.May you find comfort in your memories.Praying for Kathy and the family.Sincerely,Christine Whitehead Dixon

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Kathy, I am so sorry to hear of John's passing. I will always remember being your wing person when you first began dating at Livingstone College. It was because of the two of you that I joined the Julia B Duncan Players and developed a love of the theater. May God bless you and your family. Sending prayers of comfort. 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

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The family of Dr. John Davis have our condolences . We will continue in prayer during these difficult times. May the Lord continue to provide strength as you go through! We worked with Dr. Davis when he worked at Newton County High School in Covington, Ga. as an assistant principal. Dr. & Dr. Irvin Bryant Marietta, Ga.

- Dr. Geraldine Bryant

The family of Dr. John Davis have our condolences and we will be in prayer during these difficult times. May our a lord and Savior Jesus Christ continue to bless ! We worked with Dr. Davis when he was at Newton Count High School , Covington,Ga. Dr. and Dr. Irvin Bryant Marietta, Ga.

- Dr. Geraldine Bryant

Kathy, Kara, Kirt, Harold, Lauryn, and Trey may God strengthen you and guide you during this moment. I will always remember John as the historian in our family. He was enthusiastic about revealing our heritage to us. When I think of John I always think of the joy and laughter he brought to every conversation. Know this, God has him in the palm of his hand. With much love, Paulette (cousin) and Maurice.

- Aral Galloway

Sending my love to the Dr John H Davis family. Kathy I will always remember the early days with John when we milked cows. I will truly miss the smile and the love he always showed me. May God Bless and keep you and the family. Love Trilla

- Eutrilla Stevenson

He was Dr. John Davis to everyone but, to me he was "Daddy." Words can not express how hard it is to lose my father. I am comforted and find joy during this difficult time knowing that he is in heaven either telling Moses what he could of done differently or some where cooking something. My father will be truly missed. -Kirt Davis

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He taught me at school and was a friend at the YMCA. My condolences to the family. - Reggie Erwin

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Cordia, so sorry to hear of the passing of your brother. You and the family are in our thoughts and prayers. Naomi

- Naomi Lovelace

I shall always remember John and Katheryn Davis as supporters and loyal patrons of the University Theatre. That is where I met them and I will always be grateful for their encouragement and support. Dr. Davis was a man of integrity whose genuine smile and good will made the world around him a better place. Please accept my sincere condolences. Freda Scott Giles

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John and Katheryn Davis were charter members of the Athens, GA Branch of the Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASALH). We were honored to have them with us and will remember them fondly. Please accept sincere condolences from the entire Athens, GA Branch.

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Kathy, words cannot express how sad I am to hear of John's passing. I remember the good care he took of me when we were students at Livingstone. My sincerest condolences to you and all the Davis family. May he rest in eternal peace. Dorothy Phifer Woodard

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My sincere condolences to the Davis and Waters Families. I will miss my talks with John where. I had to tell him "To listen" this is not advice time. I also will miss him telling me to get one Napkin and he was dubbed 'Dr. Napkin" by friends 20years ago. I love the entire family. John's job is 'well with his soul and the Lord has accepted him in the pearly gates. Rest in Peace dear friend. Margaret Tribble, Andre' Ware and Adriene Martin and Boys Families

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I am saddened to learn of John's passing. As a cousin, I offer condolences to all his siblings. As a Livingstonian, I remember the times there with John and Kathy. As a recent widow, I empathize with Kathy. Praying for God's love, peace and understanding for all of you.

- Mildred Patterson

We have wonderful memories of your time in Gainesville. You are in our prayers and condolences to you. God bless you and much love. Rosalyn and Deon Turner, Berlinda Lipscomb and family, Stephanie Pickens and family and Darimus and Courtney Glasper and family.

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Kathy, Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you. John was the most up-beat person I've ever known and handled adversity with more poise and strength than I could imagine. The world has lost one of the truly good human beings I've had the pleasure to know. Peace be with you, Ray Mills

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Please accept our sincerest condolences. May he rest in eternal peace. Janice and Michael Martin

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Alice, John was an exceptional man in an exceptional family. The feelings of lost is a testament to what he ment to family and friends. Michelle and I will keep you and the family in our prayers.

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To the Davis family and our dear friends Alice and Thomas Johnson, please find peace and comfort in knowing our prayers are with you during this difficult time. May the peace of God which passeth all understanding be with you. Love and Blessings 💞 Earl and Rosetta Screven

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My big brother John was the best brother a younger brother could have. I will miss you, our talks, our travels and your reasoning. See you in eternity. Your brother, Tom

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Kathy, Kara, Kirt, Harold, Lauryn and Trey, our prayers are with you and know that John is in a better place and we will see him again. Please know that Christ promised us that He is going away to prepare a place for us and that He will come back for us and where He is we will be there with Him. We will see John again in Christ's prepared place. Blessings, Tom & Edwina

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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