Donnamalay "Doll" Messiah Davis

Obituary For Donnamalay "Doll" Messiah Davis

Donnamalay Messiah Davis, affectionately known as Doll, of Austintown departed this life to be with the Lord at the age of 16. Born on June 19, 2009, in Youngstown, OH. She brought joy, laughter, and light to everyone who knew her. Donnamalay was a loving daughter, sister, granddaughter, niece, cousin, and friend.

Donnamalay – a name that carries the power of hope and joy – had a passion for fashion, drawing, gaming, and making money. She dreamed of one day owning her own clothing line. Her creative spirit radiated through everything she did. Known for her engaging personality, Donnamalay was funny, caring, and always fun to be around. Her laughter and energy could brighten any room, and the memories she created with family and friends will live on forever.

Donnamalay is survived by her mother, Laronda Mitchell; father, Dewayne Davis; siblings, MiAngel Davis, Zharia Ware, LaBryce Mitchell, and Rasiah Gilmore; grandmother, Patricia Mitchell; and grandfathers, Archie Brown and Dewayne Davis. She also leaves behind cherished memories with a host of family and friends who will forever embrace her memory.

As Donnamalay entered eternity, she was reunited with her grandmother, Donna Custard and great-grandmother Donna Carney, each who preceded her in death. Donnamalay’s journey, however painful in its conclusion, is embraced in the lasting love she inspired. Although her life was brief, it was replete with laughter, liberating days, and the kind of hope that makes the world shine just a little bit brighter.

Let us keep Donnamalay’s memory alive, like a flame that flickers with love. Each whisper of the wind will carry her laughter, and every star that fills the night sky will remind us of her limitless spirit. In our hearts, she will always remain.

In remembrance of Donnamalay, a Memorial Service will be held on her 17th birthday, Friday June 19, 2026. The time and place of the celebration will be shared at a later date. She will be deeply missed yet forever remembered. Though her time here was far too short, Donnamalay's impact on those who loved her will never fade.

At this time of intimate need and personal loss, the family of Donnamalay “Doll” Messiah Davis elected to entrust the Ministry of Comfort & Care, along with Transitional After-Care Arrangements to the J. E. Washington Funeral Services, 2234 Glenwood Avenue, Youngstown, Ohio, 330.782.8500.

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