Celebrating the life of
Dwight H. Davis III
July 22, 1946 - February 08, 2014
SAVANNAH – Dwight H. Davis III passed away in Brunswick, GA on Saturday, February 8, 2014.
Dwight was born in Savannah and graduated from Jenkins High School. As a youngster Dwight grew up in the Avondale Neighborhood of Savannah. When he graduated high school he attended Armstrong State College and joined the Air National Guard, where he served in the 165th Air Lift Unit at Travis Field in Savannah. He was the owner of the House of Frames and Davis Frame Shop. Upon the sale of Davis Frame Shop he re-joined the Air Guard and was stationed with the 224th Unit in Brunswick, GA. He was a member of New Life Sanctuary Church until his passing.
Dwight is preceded in death by his father, Dwight H. Davis, Jr. He is survived by his mother, Uldine Davis; two sisters, Kimberly Cantillo and Eve Hunter; his wife, Eileen; his children, Dwight H. Davis IV, Tiffany Diehl, and Brooks Davis; step-children, Redona Deal, Carla Stokes, and Candi Gill; and 13 grandchildren. He is also survived by his children's mother, Linda Davis of Tybee Island, and his lifelong friends, Jack O'Quinn and Perry James.
The family will receive friends from 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm on Monday at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel.
The funeral service will be at 11:00 am on Tuesday, February 11, 2014, at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel. Interment, with full Military Honors, will follow at Bonaventure Cemetery.
Please sign our on-line guest book at www.foxandweeks.com
So sorry to hear of Dwight's passing. I remember very well the congenial working relationship we had back in the '80's and early '90's while he was at the 224th. A good man to know; my loss that we lost touch after his retirement. Godspeed my friend, RIP!
- Darryl C Drake, Herndon, GA
I am sorry to hear of the passing of Dwight, he will be missed by so many. I am happy that I got to know such a fine gentleman. The family is in my prayers.
- Stephanie Spencer, Bloomingdale, GA
Eileen, Randy and I are so sorry to hear of Dwight's passing. He was a friend to many and we know he will be sadly missed by all. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. God Bless!
- Randy and Gail Mobley, Brunswick, GA
Our thoughts and prayers are with Dwight's family at this time of sorrow. I just found out Dwight had passed away, so did not get to the visitation or funeral. I had known Dwight for many years. He worked hard with the framing business and as a National Guard Member. Dwight was also in the 117th GA. Air National Guard where I served with him. God be with you.
- Frank G. Murray, Savannah, GA
I am so sorry to read of Dwight's passing. He was so very nice and I was happy to call him friend. Please know that you are in my prayers.
- Brenda Westberry, Savannah, GA
I am so sorry to read of Dwight's passing. He was so very nice and I was happy to call him friend. Please know that you are in my prayers.
- Brenda Westberry, Savannah, GA
On behalf of all of us on the Live Oak floor.It was our sincere pleasure to get to care for and get to know both Dwight and Eileen. My deepest sympathy for the family.You are dancing with the Angels buddy.
- Stephani Holcomb Diller, Ludowici, GA
Sorry to hear you left us so soon. I enjoyed knowing you during our National Guard Days. It was a pleasure serving with you. Jim
- Jim Holland, Brunswick, GA
Our deepest sympathy to the Davis family. Diana Person and Jack Lindsay
- Diana Person, Woodbine, GA
Eileen & family, so sorry for your loss. Praying for you. God will give you the strength & courage to get through this and the days to come.
- Pauline Crosby, Brunswick, GA
Dearest Dwight, Eileen and family. Perry and I loved Dwight as a part of our family. He is at peace and no longer worried about things of this earth. We will miss him here on earth but will one day see him again. I am forever grateful for his love for us and kindness to my mother. With love and prayers for peace Perry and Peggy James
- Peggy James, Milledgeville, GA
Dearest Dwight, Eileen and family. Perry and I loved Dwight as a part of our family. He is at peace and no longer worried about things of this earth. We will miss him here on earth but will one day see him again. I am forever grateful for his love for us and kindness to my mother. With love and prayers for peace Perry and Peggy James
- Peggy James, Milledgeville, GA
Dear Friend: Dwight, you were a friend to many, and I'm so glad to have known you and be able to call you my friend. I really enjoyed our visit and conversation we had in December. I will always treasure the laughs, up and downs, and the comradeship we all shared at the 224th. I shall miss you dearly, my friend. Eileen, I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family, and with Perry & Peggy James.
- Gidget J. Seawell, Brunswick, GA
Eileen, I am so sorry to hear about Dwight's passing. Praying that the Lord will wrap his arms around you and give you peace and comfort to face the next few days and months to come. I know the pain that you are feeling and I know that there is nothing anyone can say or do to ease it. Only the Lord can comfort you and get you through this trying time. Will continue to keep you in my prayers.
- Judy Mason, Nacogdoches, TX
So sorry to hear of Dwight's passing. I remember very well the congenial working relationship we had back in the '80's and early '90's while he was at the 224th. A good man to know; my loss that we lost touch after his retirement. Godspeed my friend, RIP!
- Darryl C Drake, Herndon, GA
I am sorry to hear of the passing of Dwight, he will be missed by so many. I am happy that I got to know such a fine gentleman. The family is in my prayers.
- Stephanie Spencer, Bloomingdale, GA
Eileen, Randy and I are so sorry to hear of Dwight's passing. He was a friend to many and we know he will be sadly missed by all. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. God Bless!
- Randy and Gail Mobley, Brunswick, GA
Our thoughts and prayers are with Dwight's family at this time of sorrow. I just found out Dwight had passed away, so did not get to the visitation or funeral. I had known Dwight for many years. He worked hard with the framing business and as a National Guard Member. Dwight was also in the 117th GA. Air National Guard where I served with him. God be with you.
- Frank G. Murray, Savannah, GA
I am so sorry to read of Dwight's passing. He was so very nice and I was happy to call him friend. Please know that you are in my prayers.
- Brenda Westberry, Savannah, GA
I am so sorry to read of Dwight's passing. He was so very nice and I was happy to call him friend. Please know that you are in my prayers.
- Brenda Westberry, Savannah, GA
On behalf of all of us on the Live Oak floor.It was our sincere pleasure to get to care for and get to know both Dwight and Eileen. My deepest sympathy for the family.You are dancing with the Angels buddy.
- Stephani Holcomb Diller, Ludowici, GA
Sorry to hear you left us so soon. I enjoyed knowing you during our National Guard Days. It was a pleasure serving with you. Jim
- Jim Holland, Brunswick, GA
Our deepest sympathy to the Davis family. Diana Person and Jack Lindsay
- Diana Person, Woodbine, GA
Eileen & family, so sorry for your loss. Praying for you. God will give you the strength & courage to get through this and the days to come.
- Pauline Crosby, Brunswick, GA
Dearest Dwight, Eileen and family. Perry and I loved Dwight as a part of our family. He is at peace and no longer worried about things of this earth. We will miss him here on earth but will one day see him again. I am forever grateful for his love for us and kindness to my mother. With love and prayers for peace Perry and Peggy James
- Peggy James, Milledgeville, GA
Dearest Dwight, Eileen and family. Perry and I loved Dwight as a part of our family. He is at peace and no longer worried about things of this earth. We will miss him here on earth but will one day see him again. I am forever grateful for his love for us and kindness to my mother. With love and prayers for peace Perry and Peggy James
- Peggy James, Milledgeville, GA
Dear Friend: Dwight, you were a friend to many, and I'm so glad to have known you and be able to call you my friend. I really enjoyed our visit and conversation we had in December. I will always treasure the laughs, up and downs, and the comradeship we all shared at the 224th. I shall miss you dearly, my friend. Eileen, I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family, and with Perry & Peggy James.
- Gidget J. Seawell, Brunswick, GA
Eileen, I am so sorry to hear about Dwight's passing. Praying that the Lord will wrap his arms around you and give you peace and comfort to face the next few days and months to come. I know the pain that you are feeling and I know that there is nothing anyone can say or do to ease it. Only the Lord can comfort you and get you through this trying time. Will continue to keep you in my prayers.
- Judy Mason, Nacogdoches, TX
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
