Shirley W Davidson

Shirley Davidson was born in Knoxville, TN, the daughter of James and Lois West. She was a 1955 graduate of Rule High School. Shortly after graduation, she married her high school sweetheart, Ray Davidson. They were happily married 62 years before Ray passed away in 2018.

As newlyweds, Ray and Shirley moved to Savannah, GA in 1957 where Shirley gave birth to their only child, Allen in 1958. They returned to Knoxville in 1961 where they lived ever since.

Shirley had a servant’s heart and always looked for opportunities to serve and encourage others. After the death of her mother, Shirley took her father into her home and provided care for him until he passed several years later. She also volunteered at UT Hospital for many years.

After Ray retired in 1992, they enjoyed extensive travel and spending time with their grandchildren. In her later years, Shirley enjoyed spending time with her great-grandchildren both in person as well as FaceTime and shared albums. She was truly a blessing and will most certainly be missed by all that knew her.

Preceded in death by her husband, Ray Davidson; her father, James Nathan West; mother, Lois Perkins West; brothers, Ray and Earl West; sisters, Ruth West Hutchison, Dixie West Popkave, and infant sisters, Hazel and Elsie West.

She leaves behind her son, Allen Davidson (wife Cathy); grandchild, Brad Davidson (wife Townley), great grandchildren, Westley, Ainsley, and Miles; grandchild, Brent Davidson (wife Lisa); great grandchild, Poppy; sister, Mildred West Crutchfield.

She would want to acknowledge some special friends who meant a lot to her and who showed love and care for her: Judy Paxton, Glenda Walker, Vicki Stabb, Angela Harrington, Steve Clapp, Marsha Hall and Blair Brabson.

The family will receive friends Saturday, December 28th from, 1-2PM followed by a funeral service at Berry Lynnhurst Funeral Home 2300 Adair Drive, Knoxville, TN. Private graveside service will immediately follow the funeral service. Jason Hayes, Pastor of Shoreline Church will officiate. Condolences may be offered at www.berrylynnhurst.com.