Bobby C. Davis was born on October 25, 1932 in Savannah, Tennessee, the son of the late Lee and Hester Franks Davis.
On August 1, 1958, he was united in marriage to Nancy Paulette Shaw, who preceded her husband in death on August 3, 2021.
Mr. Davis honorably served his country in the United States Navy. He retired from General Motors in Grand Blanc, Michigan after 30 years of employment. He was a member of United Auto Workers Union 1292 and a lifetime member of Masonic Lodge #102 in Savannah, Tennessee. Bobby was a master woodworker. He used this talent in many ways throughout his life, including building many pieces of furniture and even building his own home. He could fix anything and was always willing to help his family and neighbors with repairs. He was hardworking and could often be found in his workshop, on his tractor, or working on a vehicle.
Bobby C. Davis departed this life on December 4, 2024 in Savannah, Tennessee.
He is survived by his daughters, Doris Davis Haynes of Savannah, Tennessee and Wanda Davis Franks (Danny) of Clifton, Tennessee; sister, Sallye Austin (Gene) of Savannah, Tennessee; grandchildren, David Harville (Jana), Joshua Harville (Amanda), and Natalie Franks; and great grandchildren, Dalton Harville, Emma Harville, and Logan Harville.
In addition to his parents and wife, Bobby was preceded in death by his sisters, Myrtle Hanna, Blanche Lewis, and Polly White and brothers, Warren “Hamm” Davis and Lee Davis, Jr.
