Delmar Dale Davis

Delmar D. Davis, 95, of Traverse City, formerly of Flint, Michigan, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 4, 2020 at Orchard Creek Supportive Care in Traverse City. Delmar was born on December 18, 1924 in Owosso, Michigan to the late Clarence and Imo (Confer) Davis. He married the love of his life Donna Grow on September 3, 1947 in Durand, Michigan. He graduated from Owosso High School. Delmar proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during World War II. He had been employed as a Courtroom Officer with District Court 68 in Flint, retiring in 1989. He was a member of Court Street United Methodist Church. Delmar was an avid outdoorsman, he loved fishing and deer hunting. Above all, spending time with his family was his greatest joy.

Delmar is survived by his loving wife of 73 years, Donna, a daughter and two sons; Karon Davis, Craig Davis (Fay Marshall), and Dale (Pam) Davis as well as 7 granddaughters and eight great-grandchildren. Also surviving are a sister, Dorothy Crabb and two sisters-in-law; Joyce Semple and Ethel Davis.

He was preceded in death by two brothers; George Davis and Harley Davis, a son-in-law, Miro Supitar and a daughter-in-law, Libby Davis.

A private family burial service has taken place. A celebration of Delmar's life is being planned for a future date.

Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider a memorial donation to Court Street United Methodist Church, 225 W Court St, Flint, Michigan, 48502.

Please feel free to share your thoughts and memories with Delmar's family at his tribute page at www.reynolds-jonkhoff.com .

The family is being cared for by the Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home and Cremation Services.