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Larry Virgil Davis
2019-03-04
Larry Virgil Davis, 65, of Fernandina Beach, Florida passed away on March 2, 2019. Larry was a native of Fernandina Beach and was born December 28, 1953 to Stella Davis and the late Virgil Davis. After graduating from Fernandina Beach High School in 1971, Larry went on to work at Rayonier where he retired after 42 years. In 1985, Larry married the love of his life, Debbie Tanner. Together, Larry and Debbie had two sons who they raised into strong, kind and courageous men.
Larry could often be found outdoors and he was always living life in the moment. Larry took time to notice the special gifts in nature. He and Debbie loved to watch nature�s animals at their home, especially hawks that chose to nest in their yard. He could often be found riding his bicycle and he rode many miles in the Nassauville area. Larry was an avid Gators and Marlins fan and he enjoyed many sports, especially baseball. He taught his sons the love and skill of baseball and was recently doing the same with his grandchildren, Walker and Ansley. Larry enjoyed caring for his home and was always making improvements to make it even more special for his family. Larry never met a problem he could not solve and he was able to build almost anything.
Above all, Larry loved his wife and family. He is beloved by a multitude of family and friends and will be missed dearly every day. Larry is preceded in death by his father, Virgil Davis.
He is survived by his mother, Stella Davis; his wife, Debbie; son, Matthew Davis (Sarah); son Kyle Davis; brother, Troy Davis (Gayle); sister, Linda Powell (Andreu); grandchildren, Walker and Ansley ; and a multitude of nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, uncles, and friends.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, March 9, 2019 in the Burgess Chapel of Oxley Heard in Fernandina Beach with Chaplain Jackie Hayes officiating.
The family will receive friends starting at 10:00 am.
He will be laid to rest in Bosque Bello Cemetery.
The family requests that donations be made in Larry�s name to the American Cancer Society.
Memories
JAMES GUEST March 5, 2019
Rest in peace brother and �GO GATORS�!
LISA BETH SCHOPF March 5, 2019
Debbie and family,
I�m so sorry for your loss. May you be comforted in your time of sorrow. God�s peace be with you all.
TED GREEN March 5, 2019
As a lifelong friend, I can say Larry will be truly missed. Memories of our times together will always bring smiles to our hearts. To Mrs. Stella, Troy, Linda, Debbie and all � the Green family mourns with you.
N. RALPH GREEN March 5, 2019
I�m so sorry to learn of my childhood friend and adulthood friend and coworker passing. Larry was a unique personality who could bring a smile with his words and the way he said them. Condolences to Mrs. Stella, Troy and family, Linda and Andy, Debbie, Matt and family and Kyle. Sending Love from me, Cathy, Raleigh and family, Rachel and Connor.
REBEKAH MILLAR March 6, 2019
My heart hurts for you guys. Although we lost touch over the years, you guys were always like family to me. Praying for peace as each day passes.
LAURA BARGER March 6, 2019
Debbie and family, we are so saddened by your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Love you. Mom and Darlene are heartbroken, too, and love you very much.
RICHARD & TERI FELCH March 6, 2019
Sorry for your lost Brother stay strong
CHRISTI WILLIAMS March 6, 2019
Oh so sorry for the loss of a dear one. May you find peace in that he loved his family and a good friend to many�.
Christi Williams (friend of Dana).
DIANA MIDDLETON March 6, 2019
Debbie and family, Words aren�t adequate to convey how sorry I am to hear of your great loss. I pray that God will comfort you and keep you close during this difficult time.
RICHARD T. WILCOX March 7, 2019
A good man left this earth on March 2. I�ll miss my childhood friend. Class reunions will not be the same without Larry there. You will be greatly missed my friend and brother. My thoughts and prayers are with the whole family. Richard Wilcox, FBHS Class of �71
FREDERICK WILLMS March 7, 2019
Wendy and I are so deeply sorry for your tragic loss and wish you solace and hope that Peace will find you quickly.
STEVEN CRANKSHAW March 8, 2019
I don�t know what to say. Larry worked on my shift for years and I talked to him every day. I always enjoyed talking baseball with him, even though he was a Gator (Lol). I�ve missed him since he retired. And I will miss him more since he�s gone. My prayers to the family and all of us who worked with him�
JULIE MORGAN March 9, 2019
Dear Debbie and your precious family, my heart and soul weeps with you in your loss. I didn�t know your husband, but you shared a little about him when I would come into the County Office. He was obviously a wonderful man because he married wonderful you! Much love and prayers to you my friend
ELAINE BURFORD March 10, 2019
Debbie and family, Dale and I are so sorry to hear of your loss. Keeping all of you in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. With Deepest Sympathy, Elaine and Dale Burford and family