Inez "Peggy" Plante Davis

Inez Plante Davis was born in Bienville Parish Louisiana, on September 15th, 1943. She was best known by her nickname Peggy. She was the first of 5 children born to George and Odessa Davis. The family relocated to Seattle in 1947.

Inez (Peggy) and her siblings (Gloree, Larry , Brenda & Andre) grew up in the Yesler Terrace. This was the nation's first racially integrated community, built in 1941. Peggy was quoted in an article in Seattle Medium in May 2017 stating “their house was a neighborhood hub, one of the first to get a television and a place kids and their parents knew was welcoming and safe. It seemed like everybody ended up there”. This is a glimpse of the home her parents created, the same thing she too came to create for her son and grandchildren. She was a graduate of Garfield High School. Unknowingly creating legacy as her son Kenneth (Kenny) Neal and granddaughter Natasha Neal would also graduate from her alma mater. With her oldest great grandson Taj Alfred soon to be the 4th generation graduate of Garfield High School in June 2026.

Peggy married Robert L. Neal. They would welcome their only child together, Kenneth (Kenny) Neal. They later divorced . Peggy later married Roger L. Plante. Peggy worked at Sears for many years, then went on to work for Boeing as a tool grinder for 20+ years. When her mother’s health required a higher state of care, she retired early to take care of her mother with her brother, Larry Davis. She spent nearly 10 years providing full time care for her mother, Odessa who was bed bound and wheelchair bound. During this time, her father George transitioned to be with the Lord in 2004. Peggy did whatever she could to provide the absolute best care for her mother. Even teaching her granddaughter Natasha how to check her blood sugar, administer insulin, along with all the signs to look for if her blood sugar was too high or too low, until she was called home to be with the Lord in 2010. Peggy set the standard of what it truly means to care for your loved one when they are no longer able to care for themselves.

Peggy had an infectious smile! Loved to be social, laugh and participated in bowling leagues. She had a deep appreciation for a good casino night. She was usually with a group of people hitting the slot machines and having a good dinner before coming back home in the early morning. She was a pro at pulling an all nighter and was ready for bingo at any given time, ready to pull out her special bag of ancient dobbers! She loved the Seahawks, she was a diehard fan! Painting her nails the Seahawk colors in preparation to watch the games at home. Preparing a good Sunday meal and cheering them on as if she was in the stands! A woman who was generous beyond measure with her time and her home. Thoughtful yet feisty in all the best ways! Looking out for anyone who needed a meal or a safe place to land. Those close to her know about those fish Fridays, and if you didn’t have the pleasure to know, I suggest you ask somebody!

Peggy was obsessed with her 4 grandchildren and 6 great grandbabies. Hosting every time they came to town. Letting them run up her water and electric bill just to see them enjoying themselves in her space. Buying pools for the back patio, hosting all of her granddaughter’s friends, fully present and invested in their lives. Showing up for her oldest great grandson’s (Taj) basketball and football games, cheering loudly from the sidelines. She never wanted to miss a moment!

Peggy is survived by her 2 siblings: Larry and Brenda ; her son Kenny and god-son Vernell Hennings; four grandchildren: Natasha Neal, Javana Neal, Bryonna Neal and Elijah Neal; nine nieces and nephews: Gary D Fields, Deanna Carol Hall, Andrea L Davis-Pinkney, Karen M Davis, Marcel L. Davis, Niobe S Davis, Gina P Davis-Casey, Nakima L Jackson, Winston J Fontenot; six great grandchildren: Taj Alfred, Avalyn Wojcik, Delilah Reyes, Remi Reyes, Naavi Hopkins and Grayson Reyes; along with a host of great nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

She was the best daughter, sister, mother, godmother, grandmother, aunt, cousin and friend that anyone could be blessed to know and love. Her hugs, conversations and playful banter will be missed by everyone who had the pleasure of knowing her and her one of a kind spirit.