Pamela Rish Davis

Pamela Rish Davis, a devoted wife, cherished mother, adored grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on December 1, 2025, at the age of 79. Pamela was a resident of West Columbia, South Carolina. Born on August 12, 1946, she was known for her strong will and unwavering spirit.

Pam was predeceased by her beloved husband, F. Darell Davis; her esteemed father, Ervin Rufus Rish; her precious mother, Winona Sightler Rish; and her beloved brothers, Reverend Robert (Bobby) Rish and Barry Rish. She is survived by her siblings, Susan (Susie) Bailey (Perry) of Spartanburg, SC, and Gene Rish (Kathy) of Leesville, SC; sisters-in-law, Vivian Rish of Leesville, SC, and Judy Rish of Gaston, SC; brother-in-law, Tommy Dean Davis (Sharon) of Columbia, SC; daughter, Kimberly Rae Davis of Columbia, SC; son, Richard Scott Davis of West Columbia, SC; daughter, Jennifer Louise Davis (William Puckett) of Columbia, SC; stepson, Jimmy Darell Davis of Raleigh, NC; grandchildren, Joshua Thomas of Columbia, SC, and Cody Thomas of Batesburg-Leesville, SC; and great-grandchildren, Caspian Thomas, Azriel Thomas, Sebastian Thomas, Marcus Thomas, Garrett Thomas.

Pam had a passion for music, movies, and delicious foods, and was a masterful home cook. She was a talented writer, an artistic creator, and a faithful Christian. Her spirited nature made her a fighter for all things she was passionate about. She was also very fiery and stubborn, fighting with love and humor until she left this world. Pam's legacy includes her quick wit as she always said this is what she wanted us to put on her tombstone after she passed, "Here lies Pam... she has finally done her last piece of paperwork."

Over the decades, Pam worked side by side with her husband, Darell. They shared many entrepreneurial ventures over their decades together including residential custom home building. They experienced countless adventures and lived life to the absolute fullest. They were blessed with a very special love. There was no Darell without Pam. Their love will continue to inspire their family and all who knew them. Surely, the angels are singing over their reunited souls.

A visitation will be held on December 12, 2025, from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm at Caughman-Harman Funeral Home - West Columbia Chapel, located at 820 West Dunbar Road, West Columbia, SC 29170. The funeral service will follow at 3:00 pm at the same location. Burial will take place at Southland Memorial Gardens, 700 West Dunbar Road, West Columbia, SC 29170, following the service.

Special thanks to pallbearers Joshua Thomas, Cody Thomas, Caspian Thomas, Azriel Thomas, Brian Duncan, and Bradley Rish. Heartfelt gratitude and love to Susie Bailey and Melany Rish for their exceptional support during Pamela's extraordinary journey. Special thanks to LightHouse Hospice, especially Stephanie Brougher, Kelli Busbee, and Anne Abel, for their beautiful care. Much love and appreciation to Nurse Patricia "Miss Pat" and all the staff at Millennium Post-Acute Rehabilitation facility for their compassionate care.

Pamela's life was a testament to the quote, "The Pursuit of Excellence in the Face of Adversity is Invariably Matched by the Glory of the Result." She will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by all who knew her.