She was born in Pulaski, VA to Joseph and Leta Gilmer, both of Pulaski.
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 61 years, William Crandall Davison; daughter, Terri Davison Wagoner and sister, Isabel "Izzy" Armbrister.
Dorothy is survived by daughter, Debby Davison White (John) of Seymour; sons, William C. Davison Jr. (Jana) of Seymour, David Davison of Knoxville. Grandchildren include: Stacy Wagoner Cliff, Ashley Wagoner Bowers (David), Kendall Wagoner Einbinder (Jason), Michelle White (Tammy), Timothy White, Christopher White (Tareva), Rebecca Davison Santel, William C. Davison III (Randi); Great Grandchildren: Richie Cliff, Adeline and Lanie Bowers, Emery and Regan Einbinder, Kobe Kennedy, Kaden White, Kenzleigh White, Tyler and Callie Santel, Emma Rae and Ruthie Grace Davison. Also, nephew, Richard Armbrister (JoAnn) and several other nieces and nephews.
Dorothy was educated in the schools of VA and attended Longwood College in Farmville, VA. She was a member of Sigma Sigma Sigma Sorority. She moved to Houston, TX after marriage and then to Knoxville in 1954. Dorothy has been a long time member of Eastminster Presbyterian Church. She was a member of the Daughters of American Revolution, Mary Blount Chapter, and a sustaining member of the Akima Club. Dorothy was retired from Knox County Chancery Court where she worked for 30 years. She was devoted to her family and a servant of the Lord. She will be greatly missed.
The family extends their appreciation to Freedom Senior Living, Sevier County and Smoky Mountain Hospice for their loving care and compassion.
The family will greet friends Tuesday, May 30, 2023 from 4:00 PM until 6:00 PM at Eastminster Presbyterian Church with a Celebration of Life Services to follow at 6:00 PM officiated by Rev. Dr. Sean White. In lieu of flowers, gifts in her memory should be directed to Eastminster Presbyterian Church, 4904 Asheville Hwy, Knoxville, TN 37914. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.berryfuneralhome.com for the Davison family.
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