Mr. Thomas C. Davis

Thomas C. Davis Age: 84 years A resident of the Dixon Springs community in Pope County Illinois. Passed away Monday, October 15, 2012, at 11:05 AM at his home. Tom was born March 19, 1928 in Golconda, Illinois. He was the son of Raymond “Johnny Green” Davis and Frances M. (Izatt) Davis. Tom was united in marriage to Bettie E. Martin on August 29, 1952 in Corinth, Mississippi. She survives. Other survivors include: A Son – Rodger Davis, and his wife Kathy, of Simpson, IL 3 Grandchildren - Jessica Steele of Woodstock, IL Courtney & Dale Zimmer of Algonquin, IL Ryan & Tammy Davis of Collinsville, IL 3 Great Grandchildren – Abigail Steele, Landon Zimmer, & Kole Zimmer 3 Sisters - Alice Ledbetter of Benton, KY Agnes Bender of Golconda, IL Mary & Coleman Duncan of Golconda, IL A host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives & many dear friends. In addition to his parents, Tom was preceded in death by: 2 Brothers – Raymond Davis and Bert Davis A Sister – Margaret Davis An infant Sister Tom was a U.S. Army Air Corps veteran, having served during World War II. He was a member of the Disabled American Veterans. Tom began his working career at the age of 16. He was employed in a number of automobile industry related factories in Detroit, Michigan. He also worked at J and K’s in Golconda for a number of years. Tom was employed by the Illinois Youth Commission and later the Illinois Department of Corrections as an officer at the Dixon Springs Camp. He retired on December 31, 1986. Tom was a member of the Dixon Springs Baptist Church. He loved spending time with his family and especially cherished his grandchildren. Tom also enjoyed traveling, camping, fishing, playing bingo, and gardening. He was a devoted fan of the Chicago Cubs and also enjoyed attending Southern Illinois Miner’s games, and even felt well enough to attend two games this season. Though unable to see the games clearly he was able to enjoy them through Bettie’s “play-by-play” commentary. Funeral services will be held Thursday afternoon, October 18, 2012, at 1 PM at the Dixon Springs Baptist Church. Pastor Ron Jackson and Pastor David Faulkner will officiate. Burial will be in the Friendship Cemetery, near Dongola. Military graveside rites will be accorded by the Beggs-Gurley VFW Post 5222 and the Illinois National Guard Burial Honors Detail. Visitation will be from 11 AM – 1 PM Thursday at the Dixon Springs Baptist Church. Memorial contributions may be made to the Dixon Springs Baptist Church, 964 State Highway 146 W, Golconda, IL 62938 or the Golden Circle Senior Citizens Center, PO Box 246, Golconda, IL 62938.

Mr. Thomas C. Davis

March 19, 1928 - October 15, 2012