J.W. Woodward Funeral Home | Spartanburg, SC

Obituary For Mr. Edward Davis

Mr. Edward “Rabbit” Eugene Davis of Duncan, South Carolina, entered eternal rest on Friday, November 27, 2015, at the Spartanburg Regional Medical Center after an extended illness. Mr. Davis was born February 13, 1935, in Spartanburg County. He was the son of the late Berry Davis and Annie Mabel Smith and the foster son of the late Charlie West and Amanda Pitts of Pauline, South Carolina. His brother, Donnie McClure; two brothers-in-law, Wilbert Woodruff and Charles Shell; and three sisters-in-law, Emma Woodruff Meadows, Minnie Pilgrim Woodruff, and Helen Goforth-Jones McClure preceded Mr. Davis in death. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, uncle, scout leader, friend, dedicated deacon and member of the Harrison Grove Baptist Church in Roebuck, South Carolina. Mr. Davis retired from employment with the Spartanburg County Roads & Bridges Department on November 27, 1990, and was currently employed part-time with the J.W. Woodward Funeral Home, Inc., right up until his death. He was an exemplary role model of service to others, driving the Harrison Grove Baptist Church Bus and Van for nearly 40 years, serving as a volunteer leader with Harrison Grove Baptist Church Troop 296, Boy Scouts of America for over 25 years, serving as an usher at the Harrison Grove Baptist Church for over 50 years, and serving as a coach of many baseball and softball teams in Spartanburg County. Mr. Davis was also a member of the Robert Small Masonic Lodge No. 133 and the Brotherhood of Harrison Grove Baptist Church. He leaves to cherish fond and loving memories: his wife of over 50 years of marriage, Mrs. Bessie L. Woodruff Davis; four sons, Mr. Charles (Michelle) Davis of Irmo, South Carolina, James (DeLoris) Davis of Boiling Springs, South Carolina, Berry (Barbara) Davis of Boiling Springs, South Carolina, and Tommy Davis of the home; one daughter, Linda Tate Glenn of Spartanburg, South Carolina; two grandchildren, Felicia McAbee and Sharee McAbee reared in the home; three brothers-in-law; Howard (Mary) Woodruff, Cleve Woodruff and John Meadows of Spartanburg, South Carolina; one sister-in-law; Ethel Woodruff Shell of Inman, South Carolina; seven grandchildren, six great grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Mr. Davis will lie in state from 9:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. at The John Stinson Woodward Memorial Chapel on Thursday, December 3, 2015. Masonic Rites by Robert Small Masonic Lodge No. 133 will be held at 6:00 p.m. at the Chapel. The family will receive friends following the rites from 7:00-8:00 p.m. A Celebration of the Life of Edward “Rabbit” Davis will be held on Friday, December 4, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. at Harrison Grove Baptist Church, 299 State Rd S-42-2215, Roebuck, SC. Reverend Dr. Leon C. Rector, Jr. will officiate. Interment will be in the church cemetery. Mr. Davis will lie in state at the church from 11:00 a.m. until the hour of the service on Friday.

Guest Book

I miss you rabbit. I still put grape jelly on my chicken biscuits lol!

- na

I'm going to miss you words can't explain how much you mean to me I don't know how I'm going to take not seeing you at the house everyday but I didn't like seeing you stuffer either! But your body finally healed now until we meet again! I love you Papa!

- Felicia McAbee

Rabbit plowed and drove a tractor on Smith land. If you wanted a job done right and on time you asked for Rabbit, if you could get him.. He was the kind of fellow you wanted as a friend.

- Kenneth B Smith

im going to miss talking and getting great advice from you. especially when my daddy mack ''junior'' woodruff passed away. telling me to keep on moving don't stop living. and to the davis family RABBIT does not want us to sit around --- just look up toward heaven. ill see you in the morning edward davis. love you but god loves you more.

- reggie gentry

I'm going miss you papa

- Braxton

Papa I'm going to miss you so much... We love you and you will be missed dearly. You've earned your wings...

- Granddaughter Sharee McAbee

My prayers and condolences go out to the entire family. Special condolences to Teddy, my brother in law; Deloris, my sister; and my nephews, Deigha and Quilen.

- Anita Anderson-Clarke

God loves you Papa! I love you!

- Jamir Booker

I'm going to miss you!

- Dezayas Daniel

I'm going to miss you! I love you Papa!

- Elijah Berry

I was shocked to learn of Ed passing , I,ve known him all of my sixty years , he was always jolly, and joking we shall all miss him dearly . To Bessie I know you are going to miss him dearly , but we know that was not the plan to be together eternally together. I cannot make it but please do accept my condolences.

- Stanley jeter

Our prayers and condolences to the family. We thank God for Blessing us with a dedicated Boy Scouts Leader and worker who will be missed.

- Boy Scouts Unit 106, MMBC

To The Davis Family, I was very saddened to hear of Mr.Edward Davis death.I worked with him many years. A passionate worker and friendly to anyone passing his way.A great conversationer,historian and Husband ,Father and friend along with many capacities will be missed.Even during the death of a family member his kindness and encouragement was always there,and never forgotten. Special condelence to Teddy and Deloris.Barry and Barbara I am sorry for your loss.I can imagine Mr.Davis resting in heaven and rejoicing everyday like Sunday.Last but not least Mrs.Davis and Stan and the Jw Woodward family have memories of jokes and laughter of Mr.Davis.I will truly miss him a mentor and father figure to all.

- SHEILA

Aunt Bessie we love you. Peggy, Keisha, Terrica, Taylon, and Zaynia

- Mrs. Peggy Meadows Gentry

Dad you will be missed. Love you Berry, Barbara, Bralen

- Barbara Davis

I had the pleasure of working with Mr.Ed when he drove the buses for Henderson Charters. He was such a not to be around. He would always make me laugh even on my bad days. He will be missed. I'm so sorry to the family and I will keep you all in my prayers in the days to come. May God bless you all.

- Amands

May God keep on Blessing this family during this time.

- C.J. Carson and Family

To the family of Mr. Edward Davis, My sister and I just wanted to let you know how much we loved and respected Mr.Ed. He was always such a kind and loving person. We never saw him when he was cutting up and making us laugh! !! We will never forget his kindness! !! Your family will be in our prayers!

- Evelyn Wood & Min. Cindy Pearson

The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters. He restores my soul. He leads me in paths of righteousness for his name?ÇÖs sake. I am sorry for you loss and pray that you have comfort in the few words above. Psalms 23:1-3 We all loved Mr. Ed and praying for the family daily.

- Charlinda Jackson-Wilkins