Obituaries

October 5, 1938 to May 29, 2019

FRANCESVILLE - Donald Emerson Davis, 80, of Francesville, passed away Wednesday, May 29, at Franciscan Health Lafayette East Hospital.

He was born Oct. 5, 1938 in Amboy, to the late Herman and Eva Bowland Davis. He graduated from Francesville High School and served in the U.S. Air Force as an in-flight refueler.

He is survived by: 
Heather (Rick) Payne, Gallatin, TN, Daughter 
Angela (Scott) Jennings, Monticello, Daughter 
Samantha Davis, Francesville, Daughter 
9 Grandchildren 
1 Great Grandchild 
Sharon (Richard) Haby, Lafayette, Sister 
Martha Krohn, Winamac, Sister 
Judy Sierzputwoski, Lafayette, Sister 
Ruth Wright, Edmond, OK, Sister 
Mike Davis, Los Angeles, Brother 
Pat (Mic) Tiede, Francesville, Sister 
Kathy (Bob) Myer, Winamac, Sister 
Several Nieces and Nephews

He was preceded in the death by: 
Shirley Hatfield, Sister 
Max Davis, Brother 

Mr. Davis was retired from Medaryville Youth Camp where he had worked as a custody supervisor. He was a race car driver in his younger years and loved to tell stories about his prized cars and wins. He was a great story teller and an even better joker. He loved to golf, gamble, work in his shop, and collect mowers. His was a life-long Cubs fan and very proud to see their World Series Win. He had an appreciation for junk yards, yard sales, auctions, and any good deal which is evidenced by his prized yard art. In his later years, he developed a fear of railroad tracks. More importantly, he loved his friends and family and was so appreciative of the time he spent with them.

Services will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, June 8, at the First Christian Church, Francesville, with Pastor James Ketchen officiating. The American Legion will conduct military honors at the church following services.

Memorial donations may be made to the First Christian Church of Francesville or St. Jude Children's Hospital.

Online condolences may be offered in the guestbook at www.frainmortuary.com.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel, Francesville.