Celebrating the life of
Sherman W. Davis
September 24, 1922 - December 05, 2010
Savannah- Sherman W. Davis has finished the back nine and is off to the 19th hole. On December 5, 2010, at the age of 88 he passed away peacefully, due to complications from kidney cancer. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather, as well as an avid golfer.
Sherman grew up in Princeton, New Jersey and graduated from the public school system where his father, B. Woodhull Davis, was Superintendent. Veteran of World War II, he enlisted as a Navigator in the U.S. Army Air Corps. He graduated from Dartmouth College in 1944 and spent his professional career with 3M Company and Globe Industries. He married his loving wife Sally Dunham in 1957 and they spent the next 53 years together. They raised three sons, Jim, Brad and Peter and retired 15 years ago to Savannah, Georgia. Since then they have thoroughly enjoyed playing golf and tennis, traveling around the world and socializing with many dear friends.
Survived by his wife, Sally; his sons, Jim Anna, Brad and Peter; his grandchildren, Elizabeth and Michael. He is also survived by his sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Sandy and Ted Bowers, and their children, Pam, Steve and Rick.
There will be a small graveside service at Christ Church in Irvington, Virginia on December 11, 2010. Memorials preferred to Hospice Savannah, P.O. Box 13190, Savannah, Georgia 31416.
What a great addition to the friends we have had privlege of knowing. Sherm, Lee Griffith, Curtis Brown and I enjoyed many laughs and good times on the golf course and socially. We'll see you one day on the great golf course in the sky. Dick & Norma Thompson
- Dick & Norma Thompson, Savannah, GA
Dear Sally, Brad and family, Kevin and I are so sad to hear of Sherm's passing. We did not know him very long, but, oh, what a twinkle in his eye!You are in our thoughts and prayers.
- Susan and Kevin Schneider, Savannah, GA
Sally, Jim, Brad & Peter: From sunburned feet in Beach Haven to steamers and sunset cocktails in Chatham, Sherm was an uncle unlike any other. Always generous, always family first, Sherm will forever hold a dear place in my memory and heart. Oh the laughs we had and what a good man he was - how lucky I am to have had him in my life. All my love, Rick
- Rick Bowers, New York, NY
Dear Brad and family, We are so very sorry to learn of your loss. We hope hospice was able to provide you with some comfort during your final time together. No matter that you know this is best for your Father. It is a devastating loss. May God be with you.
- Eric and Carolyn Hobday, Savannah, GA
What a great addition to the friends we have had privlege of knowing. Sherm, Lee Griffith, Curtis Brown and I enjoyed many laughs and good times on the golf course and socially. We'll see you one day on the great golf course in the sky. Dick & Norma Thompson
- Dick & Norma Thompson, Savannah, GA
Dear Sally, Brad and family, Kevin and I are so sad to hear of Sherm's passing. We did not know him very long, but, oh, what a twinkle in his eye!You are in our thoughts and prayers.
- Susan and Kevin Schneider, Savannah, GA
Sally, Jim, Brad & Peter: From sunburned feet in Beach Haven to steamers and sunset cocktails in Chatham, Sherm was an uncle unlike any other. Always generous, always family first, Sherm will forever hold a dear place in my memory and heart. Oh the laughs we had and what a good man he was - how lucky I am to have had him in my life. All my love, Rick
- Rick Bowers, New York, NY
Dear Brad and family, We are so very sorry to learn of your loss. We hope hospice was able to provide you with some comfort during your final time together. No matter that you know this is best for your Father. It is a devastating loss. May God be with you.
- Eric and Carolyn Hobday, Savannah, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
