Lamar Davis

October 9, 1940 - November 28, 2017

Mr. Lamar Davis, age 77 of Douglas, passed away Tuesday morning, November 28, 2017, at his residence following an extended illness. Mr. Davis, a native of Kirkland, GA, was born on October 9, 1940 to the late Jeff Davis and the late Willie Mae Carter Davis. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife Helen Earline Prescott Davis, 1 Brother, Jeff Lawton Davis and 1 Sister, Loretha Harmer. Mr. Davis, a native of Atkinson County, was a truck driver by trade. Mr. Davis was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Survivors include: 2 Daughters: Barbara Davis Baker of Milton, FL and Rosie Davis Merritt of Douglas, GA 4 Siblings: Lois Peacock of Jacksonville, FL, Melvin Davis of Lumber City, GA Wayne Davis and Tommie Davis both of Douglas, GA 2 Grandchildren: Chasidy R. Merritt of Douglas, GA and Cindi Baker Lowery of Milton, FL 3 Great Grandchildren: Matthew Baker of Anchorage, AK, Zach Baker of Memphis, TN and Joe Lowery of Milton, FL 1 Great Great Grand Child: Jace Baker of Anchorage, AK Special Friend of 25 Years: Peggy Aldridge of Douglas, GA Several Nieces, Nephews, Cousins and a host of friends The funeral service was held Thursday, November 30, 2017, at 2:00 P.M. at Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints with Bishop Michael Jackson and High Priest Chris Waldron officiating. The interment followed at Royals Cemetery in Atkinson County with High Priest Tommie Davis dedicating the grave area. Active Pallbearers were: Carl Davis, Brian Davis, Andrew Pittman, Carl Davis, Jr., Bobby Davis and Xashawn Evans Special Musical Selections, “Amazing Grace” and “Dancing in the Sky” were presented by CD Music. Ricketson Funeral Home was in charge of the Arrangements.