Born in Natchitoches, Louisiana, Charlie lived a life that truly embodied the heart and soul of a cowboy. From an early age, he developed a deep love for the land, animals, and the rugged independence that comes with being a cowboy. Charlie was a skilled carpenter, but his true passion was livestock trading. Whether it was working with cattle or riding horseback, his cowboy spirit never faded. He lived and breathed the cowboy way, from the worn boots on his feet to the way he told stories. Charlie’s life was shaped by the values of hard work, loyalty, and the freedom of the open range.
A veteran of the Korean War, Charlie’s accomplishments extended far beyond his cowboy ways. He was a co-founder of St. Pius X Catholic Church, where his faith was as strong as his love for the land. His commitment to community and his family was evident in everything he did, but his heart always belonged to the cowboy life. He enjoyed nothing more than a day spent working with livestock, or kicking back and listening to classic country and western music, the soundtrack to his life.
Charlie was a man of stories the kind that only a true cowboy could tell. Whether he was reminiscing about the days on horseback or sharing a joke that would have everyone laughing for hours, his presence lit up any room. He had a way of making everyone around him feel like they were part of something bigger, something wild and free, just like the cowboy spirit he carried with him.
Charlie is survived by his daughters, Brenda McDonald (Rex), Charla James (Jon), Jenny McDonald (Brad); and his son, Chuck Davis (Sharon). He is also survived by his sister-in-law, Earline Davis, and his many grandchildren and great-grandchildren, including: Pepper McDonald Tew, Christy Davis Wray (Chris), Jay Davis (Kelly), Vangie James, Brittney James, Tyler James (Peyton), Nolan James (Michala Boudreau), Mary Catherine Douglas, Amelia Douglas, Ellen Douglas, Victoria Schichner (Ryan Antee), Abigail Tew, William Tew, Hunter Dison, Jasper Davis, Brett Wray, Brittany Wray, Charlie Ann Baker, and Ayden Baker.
He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Isabella Davis; and his siblings, LD, Arthur, Joe Bill, Tony, Cecelia, Velma, and Bonnie.
A visitation and rosary will be held on Monday, February 17, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at St. Pius X Catholic Church, 4300 North Market St., Shreveport, Louisiana, followed by a Celebration of Life at 11:00 AM. After will be a Graveside Committal at Centuries Memorial Park , 8801 Mansfield Rd., Shreveport, Louisiana 71108.
Pallbearers for the service will include Jay Davis, Tyler James, Nolan James, Hunter Dison, William Tew, and Ellen Douglas.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions in Charlie’s memory be made to St. Jude's Children’s Hospital, 1501 Kings Hwy, Shreveport, LA 71104, or St. Pius X Catholic Church, 4300 N Market St, Shreveport, LA 71107.
The family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to the staff, nurses, and physicians at the Veterans Retirement Home and VA Hospital for their compassionate care during Charlie's final years.
