J. T. Morriss & Son Funeral Homes

Davis, Robert "Mack"

Sunday, July 19, 2009

Robert Madison Davis "Mack", 92, of Ettrick died Saturday, July 18, 2009. He was preceded in death by his wife Margaret Collier Davis and his parents Joel L. and Geneva Archer Davis. Mr. Davis was a charter member and organizer of Ettrick – Matoaca Rescue Squad , charter member and organizer of Matoaca High School Booster Club, member of Ettrick Friendship Club, Deacon Emeritus of Fellowship Baptist Church and was retired from The Jones Boys Lumber Company in Petersburg, Virginia. He is survived by his daughters, Bonnie C. Davis, of Colonial Heights, Mary Kay Hatton and her husband, Vernon, of Colonial Heights, grandsons, Brent Madison Hatton and his wife, Amanda, of Disputanta, and Cory Davis Hatton, of Colonial Heights, and several nieces and nephews. Flowers are welcome or contributions may be made to Ettrick – Matoaca Rescue Squad, 5711 River Road Matoaca, Virginia 23803 or Fellowship Baptist Church, c/o Mrs. Audrey Orrell, Treasurer, 8615 River Road, Petersburg, Va. 23803. The family will receive friends Monday, July 20, 2009 from 7:00 – 9:00 P.M. in the Chester Chapel of J. T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home. A funeral service will be held Tuesday, July 21, 2009 at 3:00 P.M. in the funeral home chapel. Interment will follow in Blandford Cemetery. Condolences may be registered at www.jtmorriss.com

Bonnie & family - so sorry to learn of the death of your father. He lived a long and I am sure fulfilling life. We know you will grieve but smile and remember the happy times you spent together. Please know that you are in our prayers.

With much fondness, Dixie and Boston

Posted by: Dixie & Boston Lackey at July 25, 2009 02:26 PM

Dear Bonnie, Mary Kay and family,

Wallace and I are so sorry for your loss. Our heartfelt sympathy to you.
Mack was such a good friend and we will surely miss him.
Years ago when we had the Tastee Freeze ice cream store in Ettrick we could always look for Mack to come by to see us and he always asked for a big glass of the mix that was used to make the Tastee Freeze. He liked it better as a drink rather than soft serve ice cream.
We will miss him calling on our birthdays and wishing us a Happy Birthday. He had an amazing memory being able to remember birthdays without a reminder.
May God bless you and your family and comfort you in this trying time. When your heart feels empty fill it was happy memories.
Lovingly, Vermadel and Wallace

Posted by: Wallace & Vermadel Redford at July 24, 2009 08:17 PM

Bonnie, Mary Kay, Bookie, Brent and Cory,
Aunt June just informed me of this sad news. What memories I have of such a nice man, known for his kindnesses and sense of humor. I am so sorry for your loss. He will be missed. I can't drive down Chesterfield Avenue without looking at his house. May these memories of Mr. Mack and Miss Margaret comfort you in the days ahead. There will always be a hole in your heart but what stories we have to tell and remember! Turn to your faith for strength and God will lead you. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Take each day for what it is--a present.

Posted by: Jenny (Hamm) Dawley at July 22, 2009 10:22 PM

im mighty sad in the passing of mack. i used to work on hot rods in the field next to the jones boys. he was good to us and had lots of patience with me sliding those cars making lots of noise and dust ,hitting that tin shed with baseballs,etc. bonnie,im sorry our paths havent crossed lately,and really miss the times when you and linda would stop by. ill always remember your dad.

Posted by: fletcher harrison at July 21, 2009 05:13 PM

BONNIE, MARY KAY, BOOKIE: Mr. Davis was very fortunate to have a loving compassionate family to take care of his every need. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. "IN GOD WE TRUST" Patty Nimmo Pletcher

Posted by: Patricia Pletcher at July 21, 2009 09:28 AM

To Bonnie, Mary Kay and Bookie, we are so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. I am sure he will be missed. You girls took such good loving care of your Daddy. Thinking of you all, Love Jimmy and Sandy Schell

Posted by: Jimmy & Sandy Schell at July 20, 2009 11:12 PM

I last saw Mack about a week ago. Even though his health had experienced a sudden sharp decline he was able to sit up in bed and enjoy a treat with me. I am so grateful for that time with him. He was a genuinely sweet and caring man who had enough love for everyone and a charming sense of humor to go along with it. I'll miss him.

Posted by: Tyler Lisk at July 20, 2009 11:53 AM

What a man. Mack taught us much about life that is a part of us today. We are thankful that this is not the end for the faithful in Christ, and we will see he and Miss Margaret again. Love to all the family.

Posted by: Steve and Ruth Simpson at July 20, 2009 08:02 AM

Mr. Mack,
I remember you from my Ettrick days. I remember Ms. Margaret guiding us across the street to Ettrick Elem. I will miss hearing stories about you from Mama.

Posted by: Lynn Walker at July 19, 2009 03:34 PM

After many years of friendship and devotion to one so dear, it is really hard to give them up. I'm so thankful for the many happy memories I have. I'm so glad I got to see him a few weeks ago. May each of you look to God for comfort and strength at this time. I wish I could be there with you during this time, but you will be in my thoughts and prayers. Alma Baird

Posted by: Alma Baird at July 19, 2009 01:37 PM