of Marshall, AR
August 22, 1960 - February 2, 2025
Willa May Davis, age 64, of Marshall, Arkansas passed from this life on Sunday, February 2nd, 2025 at her home. She was born in Yellville, Arkansas on August 22nd, 1960 to George Davis and Nola Castleman Davis.
Willa worked as a Personal Care Attendant with the Area Agency. She worked as a caregiver for many years at the local nursing home and with home health. Willa also worked as a clerk at several locations in and around Marshall. She liked visiting with her customers and her warm personality was an asset in her work. She enjoyed gardening and feeding her birds. Willa was an avid shopper and loved to find a good bargain. A good day for Willa was sitting at home, watching her birds and chewing on ice.
Survivors include her life partner of 28 years, David Ward of the home; one son, Shane Davis (Peaches Johns) of Snyder, Texas; her siblings, B.W. Davis (Yolanda) of Marshall, Sharon Wright (Mike) of Harrison and Georgia Alexander of Dennard and many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends who will also mourn her passing.
Willa is preceded in death by her parents, George and Nola Davis and one son, Dustin Ray Davis.
Memorial services and visitation for Willa will be 6:00 till 8:00 PM Friday, February 7th, 2025 at Roller-Coffman Chapel in Marshall, Arkansas. At the family's request in lieu of flowers, donations may be made at Bank 1889 in Marshall, Arkansas for Willa's service expenses.
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11 Condolence(s)
Lisa Parks
Thursday, February 6, 2025
Prayers for God’s comforting presence during this difficult time
Dian Ragland King
Thursday, February 6, 2025
Sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Janita King
Thursday, February 6, 2025
I’m so sorry to hear this. Praying for her loved ones.
Beverly Gray
Thursday, February 6, 2025
No words can describe the loss of a friend, she always had a smile, we were friends since grade school. I know she's rejoicing in Heaven now with her family. I will miss seeing her around town. Prayers for ya'll.
Johnny Wilbanks & Shawna Jolly-Wilbanks
Thursday, February 6, 2025
Shane and Family-
I am so sorry. Willa was a good woman who loved her Sons so very much! I know this sudden loss is heartbreaking! I will be praying for God’s strength, peace and comfort to help you all through this most difficult time. Love and hugs from us
Diane Bohannon Butler
Thursday, February 6, 2025
Prayers for the family for the loss of their loved one. So sorry to hear of her passing. Willa was a very sweet person. I’m sorry for your loss Sharon, God bless and comfort you.
Sheila Stubbs
Thursday, February 6, 2025
Sorry for your loss.
Cody & Danielle Hinchey
Wednesday, February 5, 2025
So sad to hear the unexpected loss of Willa. She was a sweet lady and I always liked to visit and say hello when we bumped into each other in town.
James and Jeri White
Wednesday, February 5, 2025
Our deepest sympathy
Lexie Ford
Wednesday, February 5, 2025
So sorry to hear about Willa she was a very good friend may God comfort your hearts as only he can
Barbara Smith
Wednesday, February 5, 2025
I am so sorry to hear of Willa's passing. She was a really sweet lady. She loved working with the public. She will be missed by all who knew and loved her. My thoughts and prayers are with each and every one of you.