John Christopher Davis

John Christopher Davis, MD, "Chris", 36, died in New Orleans on December 14, 2021 after a multi-year battle with brain cancer. Born as a wonderful Christmas gift to Jim & Jeannie (Reed) Davis on December 26, 1984, Chris attended The Altamont School ('03) and studied Classics at Washington & Lee University ('07). He attained a Doctor of Medicine at Tulane University ('13) and, following his residency, practiced psychiatry in New Orleans at Crescent Care and the VA Hospital. Much of Chris's work was a reflection of his merciful spirit, serving the mental health needs of those with severe mental illness and substance use disorders. Chris played basketball at W&L and was a quiet and strong presence on his teams, exemplified by receiving the Coach's & Captain's award two years in a row which is given to a player with outstanding character & leadership. Chris was dear to his friends for his humble, gentle, and noble manner as well as his wit and playfulness. An active member of his church, an enthusiastic gardener, and an avid reader of sci-fi novels. Chris was a devoted husband to Julia and the loving father to his sons, his greatest joys. Chris will be greatly missed by many. Chris is survived by Julia, his wife of 13 years, his sons, Reynolds (7) and Sam (3), his parents, Jim & Jeannie, and his brother, Reed. He's also survived by his aunts and uncles, Bill & Brenda Davis, Ron & Kay Davis, Bob & Missy Davis, Bill & Elizabeth Reed, Jennifer & Jim Gletty, his in-laws Gail & Dick Marchase and, Haydn & Elizabeth Trechsel, his brothers & sisters-in-law, Nick & Cara Marchase, Andrew & Sara Trechsel, Allie Marchase and numerous beloved cousins. A memorial service will be held at Redeemer Presbyterian Church which meets in St. Charles Avenue Baptist Church at 7100 St. Charles Avenue on Friday, December 17, at 2pm. A graveside service will take place at his family plot in Bay Minette, AL, on Monday, December 20 at 2pm. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Redeemer Presbyterian Church (Mailing Address: 5937 Magazine St., New Orleans, LA 70115) or a trust established for the benefit and education of Chris's sons (John Christopher Davis Legacy Trust, PO Box 59278, Birmingham, AL 35259).