Scottie Ray Davis
November 26, 1946 ~ January 5, 2023
Born in:
Marion, NC
Resided in:
Asheville, NC
Scottie Ray Davis, 76, passed away peacefully on January 5, 2023, at his residence.
He was born on November 26, 1946, in Marion, NC, to the late Sid and Virgie Randolph Davis.
He lived most of his life in Asheville, NC, where he graduated from A.C. Reynolds High School before he served his country in the U.S. Air Force. He retired from Norfolk Southern Railroad after 31 years of service. In his retirement years, he enjoyed being outdoors, spending time with friends and family, and helping people.
He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Mary Howell Davis; daughter, Melissa Young and husband Donald; son, Jason Davis and wife Laura; grandchildren, Caleb Young and Atticus Young; and brother, Toby “RV” Davis and wife Kaye.
The memorial service with U.S. Air Force honors will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, February 10, 2023, at the Western Carolina State Veterans Cemetery Chapel, in Black Mountain, NC.
Heavenly Father, as we celebrate the life of Scottie, we are comforted in knowing that today he is in your paradise. You have created a new heaven and a new earth. Just as Scottie passed from this world to be in your kingdom, we know that you were waiting for him with outstretched arms. Comfort your people with the assurance of eternal life, Amen.
Services
Memorial Service: February 10, 2023 10:00 am
Western Carolina State Veterans Cemetery Chapel
962 Old US Hwy 70
Black Mountain, NC 28711
(919) 664-1195
Funeral Home Assisting The Family:
Groce Funeral Home - Patton Ave.
1401 Patton Ave.
Asheville, NC 28806
(828)252-3535
http://www.grocefuneralhome.com
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So sorry to read of Scotties passing. He and I worked on the Railroad together in our early days when we traveled every week. He was a great mentor for me, as i was a youngster in those days.