Nancy Jean Davis

Nancy J Davis,79, passed away peacefully in her home Monday, January 3rd, 2022 in Englewood, Florida.

Nancy was born on November 4th, 1942 in Columbus,Ohio. The youngest of 5, to the late Gilbert and Lelia (Polly) Buckingham. During her school years she was involved in Dance and Athletics as well a representative of her class. Graduating West High School in Columbus, Ohio 1961.

In her youth, Nancy and her family vacationed seasonally in Englewood, Florida. It was during one of these visits that two fates would collide. As she and her family entered the classic Englewood Beach restaurant, the White Elephant, she met the eyes of the young man that would become the love of her life: Bill Davis. After a long distance courtship and a letter of proposal, eighteen year-old Nancy Buckingham bravely boarded a train by herself in Columbus, Ohio. She was met by Bill as she departed her train in Sarasota, Florida and two sweethearts were happily married soon after.

William Davis wed Nancy Buckingham September 9, 1961. The couple resided in Englewood,Florida for the next sixty years. They would shared a lifetime of love and dedication to each other, their four children and four grandchildren. The love of their Englewood history and community was surpassed only by their dedication to their Faith. Nancy was active in her local church, and enjoyed teaching Sunday school for many years.

The story of their chance meeting and immediate love was one they enjoyed sharing throughout the years. They continued to go on “dates” regularly until she passed. Whether cruising to the beach or visiting all of the beautiful local “looking spots”, they found joy together as they watched their little town grow and change over the many years.

Nancy often claimed her greatest accomplishment was that of the love she shared with her children and grandchildren. She was happiest in her home which was always filled with laughter, music and immense love.

Nancy is survived by her husband of over 60 years, William Davis III, her four children Laurie Stewart, Mark (Michelle) Davis, Rachel Davis, and Stephanie Grant. As well as her grandchildren Gregory Stewart, Ethan Grant, Chelsy Grant, and Liv Tritschler.

A Funeral Service will be held at 11am Saturday, Jan 22, 2022 at Gulf Pines Memorial Park in Englewood, with a Celebration of Life immediately to follow at the Davis Residence.