Chester Allen Davis

Thursday, December 18, 2014

Chester Allen Davis, 72, of Summerville, S.C., died on Thursday, Dec. 11, 2014. He had battled cancer for the past 6 months.

He was born Oct. 11, 1942 to the late Chester Louis and Bernice Lillian Davis in Indianapolis. He graduated from Indiana State University in 1964, majoring in biology and physical education.

On Aug. 14, 1964, he married Barbara Alice (Hodges) Davis and she survives. He spent most of his adult years in Greencastle.

Chester loved the Lord and showed it by his willingness to help others. He always kept the door open for family and friends to stop in to visit.

He will be greatly missed by his four children, Margo (James) Black of Goosecreek, S.C., Marla Wood of Bloomington, Matthew (Sheryl) Davis of Romney and Mark (Christine) Davis of Memphis, Tenn.

In addition to his wife and children, he was blessed with 10 grandchildren who lovingly referred to him as "Grumps": Jessica (Matt) Schenkel, Mitch Black, Keagan Burk, Deyton Burk, Jaren Black, Brett Davis, Micah Davis, Mason Wood, Colleen Davis and Katie Davis; and two great-grandchildren, Davis and Charlotte Schenkel. He also leaves behind several nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews.

He was preceded in death by both parents, three sisters and one brother. They are Bernice Lewis Davis, Emogene Fidler, Claudeen Shelton and Thomas Davis.

A private family Memorial service will be held at a future date. In lieu of flowers, those wishing may contribute to the American Cancer Society.