LOUISVILLE – Larry Edward Davis, 73, Louisville, formerly of Muhlenberg County, born May 18, 1951, entered into eternal rest on Saturday, December 14, 2024 after a brief illness, at Hosparus Inpatient Care Center, Louisville.
Larry was preceded in death by his parents James W. Davis and Lottie Mae ( Gott) Davis; two brothers, Charles W. Davis and Douglas E. Davis.
Larry was a graduate of Drakesboro Consolidated High School, Class of 1969, Co-Valedictorian, member of the Beta Club, French Club, Marching Cardinals and held the esteemed honor as being the First Black Field Commander for the Marching Cardinals. After graduation, he attended Lockyear College in Evansville, enlisted in the United States Air Force and ended his military career as Staff Sergeant, after 20 years of dedicated service. He served as a Lab Technician Microbiology until his retirement. After his retirement, Larry worked in Laboratory services at Santa Rosa Hospital and Nix Hospital, both in San Antonio, Tex.. Upon returning to Muhlenberg County, his employment continued at the Muhlenberg Community Hospital, currently known as Owensboro Health Muhlenberg Community Hospital. In addition, Larry was a loving caregiver for his mother until her passing.
Larry started his Christian walk at an early age at Mt. Pleasant Missionary Baptist Church, Cleaton. Throughout his life, he realized the need for a closer connection with God. Consequently, in 2018, Larry rededicated his life to Christ, at his home church, Mt. Pleasant Missionary Baptist Church,
Larry leaves behind to cherish his memories, a Godson, Lawrence Tramill II, Greenville; one brother, James (Sandra) Davis, Greenville; three sisters, Diane Davis, Fort Lauderdale, Fla., Connie (Victor) McCoy, Louisville and Regina (Leon) Combs, Greenville; one sister-in-law, Denise Davis, Beechmont; God Brother, Dr. Ronald (Doris) Warford, Katy, Tex.; two aunts, Margie Drake , Chicago, Ill. and Leola Johnson, Central City; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. A very special friend, Pat Cox, San Antonio, Tex..
Funeral services are Saturday, December 21, 2024 , 1:00 p.m., at Mt. Pleasant Missionary Baptist Church, 990 Holt Road, Cleaton, with visitation from 11:00a.m.-1:00p.m. at the church, until time of service.
Final Tribute entrusted to Bibbs Funeral Home, 109 Court Row, in Greenville, KY 42345.Online condolences for the family may be shared by visiting bibbsfuneralhome.com.
