St. Clair County Obits

FLOYD A. DAVIS

St. Clair County Courier
Friday, 30 May 2008

F. Al Davis

Floyd Allen Davis passed away Monday evening, May 19, 2008, at his home in Lowry City.

Al, as he was best known by all his family and friends, was born on September 5, 1943, in Clinton, to Albert Jefferson [known as AJ.] and Helen Lawson Davis, who preceded him in death.

Al is survived by his loving wife, Janice, of the home; his son, James Allen, of Evanston, Illinois; two daughters, Lori Robinett of Carl Junction and Cheri Davis of Peculiar; two grandchildren, Nathan and Kali Floyd of Carl Junction. Al is also survived by four brothers, Charles Davis and A. Joe Davis, both of Lowry City, Dean Davis of Clinton and Dennis Davis of Gladstone; one half-brother, Ray Davis of Scottsdale, Arizona amd a host of wonderful nieces, nephews, cousins. Also surviving are three stepchildren and their families, who all held a special place in his heart.

Al proudly served in the Missouri National Guard from 1961 to 1974. Al resided in the Kansas city area for many year and was employed in the banking industry. He returned to this area and in 1982 began his career with Sac-Osage Hospital where he remained until his retirement on January 1, 2007.

It was during this time that he met and married the love of his life, Janice, on July 8, 1995. Together they enjoyed spending time browsing through flea markets and antique stores, but their best times were spend going on "wild goose chases".

Al was always involved in community service activities. He served as a volunteer firefighter when he lived in the Kansas City area and as communications coordinator for st. Clair County Emergency Management. He had also served as Deputy Sheriff and thoroughly enjoyed his service in law enforcement. He recently joined the American Legion Post in Lowry City.

Al's family was very important to him. He was always there to lend a helping hand and his family knew they could count on him for support and encouragement. He always enjoyed family get-togethers. He was a caring and loving husband to Janice even as his battle with cancer progressed. She returned his love with the wonderful care she gave him.

Al was a good friend to many. He enjoyed life and was always generous. He will be greatly missed.

Services were held Friday, May 23 at the Sheldon-Goodrich Chapel with Elder Terry Erwine officiating.

Music selections included "I'll Say Goodnight Here" and "I'll fly Away" by Richard Sunderwirth, soloist and Alma Rodabaugh, accompanist.

Casketbearers were Don Johnson, Dave Roberts, Jerry Hart, John Christianson, Don Stockton and Kevin Church.

Honorary casketbearers were Walt Bigelow and Jim Wright.

Interment was in Benton Green Cemetery, Roscoe.

Arrangements were made by Sheldon-Goodrich Funeral Home, Osceola.