Celebrating the life of
Barbara Hamilton Davis
June 24, 1923 - October 27, 2009
Barbara Hamilton Davis died on Tuesday, October 28, 2009 at the Hospice of Savannah due to complications of pneumonia.
Barbara Davis was born in Pooler, GA. Though her family briefly resided in Orlando, FL, she lived most of her life in the Savannah area. She lived at the Landings on Skidaway Island for over 30 years. She was a docent at the Green-Meldrim house for many years. She was an accomplished portrait and still life artist, and a member of the Landings Art Association. She was an active member of the Garden Club of Savannah where she became known for her beautiful flower arrangements and her tireless drive for perfection in all she did. In addition to her contributions to numerous Garden Club projects, her considerable artistic talents were used within the Flower Guild and the Memorial Garden at St. Peter's Episcopal Church. In recent times, she volunteered her time and talents at Memorial Hospital making flower arrangements for the gift shop.
Barbara Davis is the mother of Mary Ann Johnson and her husband Charlie of Louisville, Kentucky, Barbara Mason and her husband Frank of Savannah, Rose Ann Randolph and her husband Dave of Savannah, Ray "Chubb" Keyes and his wife Jeanette of San Diego, California, and Joe Davis and his wife Rita of McLean, Virginia. She is sister to George Hamilton of Savannah. She is the grandmother of Mark Johnson and his wife Amy, Trip Kennickell and his wife Ali, Jason Kennickell and his wife Maria, and Julie and Jody Davis. She is the great grandmother of Abigail and Cole Johnson, and Sophia Kennickell. She is survived by numerous nieces and nephews. She is predeceased by her beloved husband of 47 years, Joseph C. Davis, her sister Rose Ann Keyes, and her brothers Bob, Phillips, and Arthur Hamilton.
Visitation is 6:00 to 8:00 PM Friday night, October 30 at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel. The funeral service is at 11:00 AM on Saturday, October 31 at St. Peter's Episcopal Church on Skidaway Island. Burial will follow at Bonaventure Cemetery.
Those wishing to send a remembrance are asked to consider either St. Peter's Episcopal Church 3 West Ridge Road, Savannah, GA 31411 or Hospice of Savannah PO Box 13190, Savannah, GA 31416.
I was so sorry to hear of Barbara's passing. She was one of the kindest and sweetest people I have ever known. I am so fortunate to have been able to share many ideas, laughs and conversations with her for more than twenty years. She was a true friend. She will be remembered and sadly missed by me and many of her friends.
- JEANETTE VEASEY, SAVANNAH, GA
George, Sorry to hear of your family's loss. She will be in our prayers. Joe and Vicki
- Joe Anckner, Waynesville, NC
My mother and I were so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Kathy McKenzie & Grace Szekeres
- Kathy McKenzie, Greenville, SC
Joe, Your mom was such a lady - there is no other word for her. And, she raised great kids who are a testament to her. I wish I could be there with you, but will be remembering you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. Hope
- Hope Felton-Miller, Cincinnati, OH
Barbara was an elegant southern lady. There are not many like her left. She will be greatly missed. Love, Bob & Jan
- The Rev'd Bob & Jan Carter, Savannah, GA
The Garden Club will miss your quiet spirit and talents.
- joan usher, savannah, GA
Big Barbara,' you will be so greatly missed. We love you.
- Trip & Ali Kennickell, Savannah, GA
Lindsay, Dorey, and I want to send to the entire family our sincerest sympathy, and know that you will be in our thoughts and prayers.
- Linda Ramsey Fisher, Monroe, GA
Dear Barbara and Family,our deepest sympathy on the passing of your mother.You are in our prayers.
- Tom and Judy Mahoney, Savannah, GA
I was so sorry to hear of Barbara's passing. She was one of the kindest and sweetest people I have ever known. I am so fortunate to have been able to share many ideas, laughs and conversations with her for more than twenty years. She was a true friend. She will be remembered and sadly missed by me and many of her friends.
- JEANETTE VEASEY, SAVANNAH, GA
George, Sorry to hear of your family's loss. She will be in our prayers. Joe and Vicki
- Joe Anckner, Waynesville, NC
My mother and I were so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Kathy McKenzie & Grace Szekeres
- Kathy McKenzie, Greenville, SC
Joe, Your mom was such a lady - there is no other word for her. And, she raised great kids who are a testament to her. I wish I could be there with you, but will be remembering you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. Hope
- Hope Felton-Miller, Cincinnati, OH
Barbara was an elegant southern lady. There are not many like her left. She will be greatly missed. Love, Bob & Jan
- The Rev'd Bob & Jan Carter, Savannah, GA
The Garden Club will miss your quiet spirit and talents.
- joan usher, savannah, GA
Big Barbara,' you will be so greatly missed. We love you.
- Trip & Ali Kennickell, Savannah, GA
Lindsay, Dorey, and I want to send to the entire family our sincerest sympathy, and know that you will be in our thoughts and prayers.
- Linda Ramsey Fisher, Monroe, GA
Dear Barbara and Family,our deepest sympathy on the passing of your mother.You are in our prayers.
- Tom and Judy Mahoney, Savannah, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
