Raymond was born in Dallas, Texas on December 27, 1940, to Reverend Fred Davis and Virginia Lee Wilkinson Davis. He graduated from Crozier Technical High School in Dallas, Texas. Ray was married to Hassie Marilyn Smith on June 10, 1960; they were married for 63 years.
Raymond worked as a silversmith and business partner for Noles-Davis Plating. Ray enjoyed traveling in his RV with Marilyn, the love of his life, spending time with his grandkids, riding trains, and tinkering with all kinds of gadgets and technology. He possessed a wealth of trivial knowledge that he shared with interested listeners. Ray enjoyed praising his Lord and Savior at Zion Hill Assembly of God in Walton, Texas.
Raymond is preceded in death by his father, Reverend Fred Davis; mother, Virginia Lee Davis; brothers, Don and James Davis; son-in-law, Jeff Thompson; granddaughter, Ashley Thompson and grandson, William (Chad) Girdler.
Raymond is survived by his wife, Marilyn Davis, children DeeAn Thompson, Shelli and Bart Girdler, Marcus and Louise Davis; grandchildren Jenny Smith, Jeffrey Thompson, Katy Thompson, Christy Foster, Amy Kruger, Bella Thompson, Chloe Thompson, Landon Girdler, Madilyn Davis, Hannah Davis, six great-grandkids, his brother Robert (Buddy) Davis, and numerous other family and friends.
Visitation will be held from 6:00-8:00 pm Tuesday, December 26 at Grove Hill. Burial will be held at 2:00 on Wednesday, December 27 at Grove Hill with Reverend Scott Smith officiating. Committal will follow at Grove Hill immediately following the service.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in Ray’s memory may be made at Buckner.org or mail contributions to
Buckner Children and Family Services, Inc.
5310 S. Buckner Blvd
Dallas, TX 75227
The family invites all attending to a reception following the graveside internment at
Buckner Dallas Campus
5310 S. Buckner Blvd
Dallas, TX 75227
Calabria Building
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at wwww.grovehillfuneralhome.com for the Davis family.
