Michael Lewis Davis

Mr. Michael Davis, age 66 of Pearson, Ga. passed away, Sunday, February 23, 2020 at Coffee Regional Medical Center in Douglas, Ga.

Mr. Davis was born January 15, l954, in Coffee County, son of Melvin Lewis “Dick” Davis and Betty Jean Corbitt Davis. He was a prominent farmer, poultry and cattle producer in the Harmony Grove community. He enjoyed woodworking, singing and anything to do with horses and was a veteran of the Army National Guard. He was a Sunday School teacher and active member of Lang Country Church. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Carey Corbitt Davis.

Survivors include:

Wife:  Debbie Davis of Pearson, Ga

3 Sons:  Matthew Davis and fiancé, Amelia Daniel of Pearson, Ga.

             Mike Davis and wife, April of Woodstock, Ga.

             Curt Rodriguez and wife, Jennifer of Axson, Ga.

Daughter:  Sheila Sholtis and husband, Tim of Manor, Ga.

Stepchildren:  Justin Fender and wife, Allyson of Willcoochee, Ga.

                       Brian Fender and wife, Brandi of Willacoochee, Ga.

                       Melissa McKinnon and husband, Barton of Newton Grove, N.C.

4 Brothers:  Larry Davis and wife, Betsy of Manor, Ga.

                  Timothy Dale Davis and wife, Alphine of Manor, Ga.

                  Lester Davis and wife, Becky of Pearson, Ga.

                  George Davis and wife, Aleta of Pearson, Ga.

2 Sisters:  Brenda Stone of Pearson, Ga.

                Lessie Youngblood and husband, Wallace of Pearson, Ga.

12 Grandchildren along with several nieces, nephews and other relatives also survive.

Funeral Services for Mr. Davis were held, Wednesday, February 26, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. at New Harmony Grove Baptist Church with Rev. Clyde Purvis officiating. The Eulogy was given by his daughter, Sheila Sholtis. Special music included “Suppertime” and “Lights of Home” rendered by Diane Chambless and Anita Strickland with Diane accompanying on the guitar. “Going Home” was rendered by Christy Youngblood with Harriet Youngblood accompanying at the keyboards. “When the Saints Come Marching In” was offered as a congregational closing song with Christy Youngblood leading. Soft music for the Prelude and Postlude was by Harriet Youngblood.  The interment followed in New Harmony Grove Cemetery.

Serving as active pallbearers were: Jody Stone, Craig Stone, Marshall Davis, Andrew Davis, Timothy Davis, and Danny Davis.

Relihan Funeral Home in Pearson, Ga. was in charge of the arrangements.