Theodore Davis, 93 of Etowah died Tuesday, November 30, 2010 at the Brian Center.
Born in Madison County, he was a son of the late Doc and Susie Davis. His two sisters and three brothers also preceded him in death.
A resident of Henderson County for over 60 years, he retired from Ecusta (Olin Corp) in 1980 after 30 years of service. He was a member of Etowah Baptist Church and was a Charter Member of the Etowah Lions Club. One of the loves of his life was Little League Baseball which he coached for over 30 years, bringing Little League to Etowah in 1955. He was also active in politics in the community serving numerous precinct positions. He was a longterm precinct chairman for his political party.
Surviving is his wife of 68 years, Ruth Franklin Davis; two sons Ron Davis (Gail) of Pfafftown, NC and Buddy Davis (Kathy) of Arden; four granddaughters, Heather, Hayley, Jenny Lind and Bonnie; four great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held at 2:00pm on Friday, December 3 at Etowah Baptist Church. Revs. Brian Henderson and John Rymer will officiate. Burial will follow in Oak Forest Cemetery. Following the service and burial the family will receive friends Etowah Baptist Church.
Memorials may be made to Oak Forest Cemetery Maintenance Fund, 112 Nicholson Lane, Etowah, NC 28729 or The Etowah Lions Club, 447 Etowah School Rd., Etowah, NC 28729.
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Etowah Baptist Church - Directions
6508 Brevard Road
Etowah, NC 28729
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