of Jacksonville, AR
February 28, 1938 - April 6, 2022
Robert Edward Davis, 84, of Jacksonville, Arkansas, joined the angel band on April 6, 2022. He was born on a houseboat on the St. Francis River, February 28, 1938, and spent his early years on the river and in the Delta cotton fields. Robert married the love of his life in 1960. The following year, he entered the United States Air Force, from which he retired after twenty-one years of service. He then worked for the United States Postal Service for sixteen years. He filled his time playing guitar, writing songs, volunteering at nursing homes, studying God's word, and foremost, being the calm, guiding leader of his family.
Robert was a beloved husband, father, grandfather and brother who lived a truly sacrificial life. He leaves to cherish his memory his wife of 61 years, Gladys Paulette Clark Davis; two children, Robin Davis Monroe and Robert Edward Davis, Jr.; four grandchildren, Elijah Clark Davis (wife, Hannah), Ivy Monroe, Isaac Monroe, and Tess Monroe; four brothers, Scott Davis (wife, Lou), Lee Davis, John Davis and David Davis; five sisters, Fern Guidice, Martha Myers, Dorothy Baskins, Rachel Davis (husband, Lee Earl), and Ruby Rogers (husband, David); and many other family members and friends. He was preceded in death by one sister, Allene Colvin, and his parents, Otis and Agnes Davis.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday, April 14 at 10:00 AM, at Zion Hill Baptist Church in Cabot. A visitation will be held one hour prior to services, with a graveside service following in procession to Arkansas State Veterans' Cemetery in North Little Rock. A meal will be served at the church at 1:00.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you make donations to Zion Hill Baptist Church or Arkansas Baptist Children's Home.
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16 Condolence(s)
Jennifer (Morden) Corben
Wednesday, June 15, 2022
I have been blessed by Robert and Ms Gladys at Military Road Baptist church. Shining examples of God's love. Prayers for you Ms Gladys, may God provide you peace.
Robert Davis
Sunday, April 17, 2022
He belongs to the ages now
Daniel Davis
Thursday, April 14, 2022
I'm sad to learn he has passed. My condolences to everyone.
Vonna(Vonnie) Ellis Brewer
Tuesday, April 12, 2022
So sorry for your loss. I love you like family.
Jerry and Gayle (Thompson) Watlington
Sunday, April 10, 2022
From what I read and understand Robert went to be with the Lord on4-6-2022 and from reading his obituary my sister Phyllis Kay(Thompson) Cowan was met at the portals of heaven the next day. I don’t remember a lot about Robert but knew his younger siblings. Our prayers are with you and your family. One day very soon we'll be there with all our other loved ones and friends â¤. May God's blessings go with you all.
Ruby Davis Colvin Rogers
Saturday, April 9, 2022
You were my brother my mentor my father figure and my friend. I’ll miss you more than words can express. I loved you for 69 plus years. I’ll see you again in our heavenly home, we will sing God’s praises together. Until then I’ll cherish the memories you left us and always remember the Christian example you left on my life and all who knew you. May God comfort us all in the days ahead as we wait for our homecoming.
Sheila Parsley Young
Saturday, April 9, 2022
May God's comfort embrace each of you.
James Mulligan
Saturday, April 9, 2022
Robert helped enlighten my life in our Tuesday morning Bible Study group! He was so devoted and knowledgeable about The WORD! He was my friend! He is GOD’s friend and now Companion! Servant of GOD,Country, family and mankind! Salute! R.I.P.!
Christi Henderson
Saturday, April 9, 2022
My thoughts and prayers and with you all. Sending lots of love.
Otis Lee Davis Jr aka Lee Davis
Saturday, April 9, 2022
My sincere condolences to all of our family and friends. Robert was loved by many and will be greatly missed by many.
Vicki Brickey
Friday, April 8, 2022
I’m so very sorry for your loss Aunt Polly. Uncle Bob was an amazing man. He always had a smile on his face. He will be missed very much. Prayers for you and family.
Love you, Vicki. ♥ï¸
Chuck Raburn
Friday, April 8, 2022
I will cherish my memories of us singing together at our family reunions. Your race is run. Rest easy, now. Until we meet again, my cousin, my friend, and my brother in Christ.
Betty Clark Owens
Friday, April 8, 2022
Wyvonne and Stan Dryden
Friday, April 8, 2022
This is a good Christian family special to all of their friends and family.
Terrie King
Friday, April 8, 2022
Gladys, Robin and Robert I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Patty Sexton
Friday, April 8, 2022
My sincerest condolences to the family. I have very fond memories of Mr. Davis from the Tara Mount neighborhood. He was a kind and loving soul.