Donna Davis' Obituary
With profound sadness, we share the passing of Donna Davis, aged 65, from Columbia, on Thursday, March 21, 2024. She departed peacefully at the University of Missouri Hospital in Columbia. A heartfelt Celebration of Life will be held in her honor on Wednesday, April 3, 2024, at 1:00 PM at St. Luke United Methodist Church, preceded by a visitation at 12:30 PM.
Donna's life was a testament to her deep faith and community spirit, reflected in her longstanding involvement with St. Paul AME Church and her pioneering days with the Junior Cadets of the Columbia Police Department. Her compassion extended into her professional life as a devoted licensed practical nurse, where she dedicated many years of service at Cedars Sinai Hospital and Martin Luther King Hospital in Los Angeles, touching numerous lives with her care.
She leaves behind a legacy of love and cherished memories for her beloved mother, Kay Smith of Columbia, MO; her children, Kay Davis of Columbia, MO, Isaiah Davis (Lauren) of New Jersey, and Caesario Davis of Los Angeles, CA; her siblings, Teresa Nichols, Caesario Smith, Minta Amponsah and Byron Smith, all of Columbia, MO; and her six adored grandchildren.
Donna was predeceased by her father, Leroy Smith. Her vibrant spirit, unwavering kindness, and enduring strength will be deeply missed by all who knew her. As we say goodbye, let us celebrate Donna's remarkable life and the indelible impact she made on her family, friends, and community.
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