Charles Arthur Davis Sr.

August 28, 2010

Charles Arthur Davis, Sr. 84, left this world on August 26, 2010 to spend eternity with his bride of 64 years, Mary. Charlie leaves behind a very large and very loving family who will miss him dearly. Charlie and Mary raised 7 children, Charles Jr. (Diana), Bob (Pam), Larry (Barbara), Brian (Debbi), Philip (Julie), Monica (Jerry) and Paula (Bob); 23 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. Dad was born and raised in Beech Grove the only son of Dodge and Mary Davis; brother to Bernice (deceased) and Doris. He spent his whole life there except for 3 years serving his country in the U.S. Navy during WWII. It was while he was stationed at Quonset Point, RI that he met the love of his life Mary Deleone.They were soon married, moved back to Beech Grove and proceeded to add a wing to St. Francis, whatr with having 5 boys and 2 girls. Dad was a retired from the US Post Office as a letter carrier, and while he didn't have many hobbies, he and mom were very active, going to garage sales, goodwill, and DAV stores. His favorite hobby though was visiting the local Indiana Casinos, and doing his part to help the state meet its fiscal resposibilities. In his later years, Pop discovered that his calling in life was to make others happy. He was often seen wearing a silly hat or wig. He was happiest when he could get someone to smile at his costumes. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Monday, August 30, 2010 in Holy Name Catholic Church at 10:00 a.m. Visitation will be Sunday, August 29th in Little & Sons Funeral Home, Beech Grove Chapel, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery. www.littleandsons beechgrove.com