James “Howard” Davis
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May 6th, 2018
- Death Date: May 6, 2018
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Biography: James ?Howard? Davis 88, died Sunday, May 6, 2018, at the John L. McClellan Veterans Hospital. He leaves behind his beloved friend of 40 years, Jim Wierdsma, 2 sisters, Ruby Henry (James), Linda Retzloff; 2 brothers, Jimmy Davis (Ruth), J.O. Davis (Susan). Howard loved music and spent many years as the pianist at Plum Bayou Baptist Church, Wright, Arkansas. He loved playing the piano and was always willing to play anytime he was asked. He loved old radio shows and acquired a large collection of old movies that he enjoyed watching. A private burial is planned. Ruebel Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Condolences(13)
Rebecca Sain
#13
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
I will miss you friend. May you Rest In peace.
Donna Barry
#12
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Jim, I am so sorry for your loss. Howard will be missed by everyone who knew him. I know this will be a big change for you. It is so great to see your neighbors rally around and support you. I am grateful that you live where you do.
Kellie Coleman
#11
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Jim, I am heartbroken and will miss Howard's beautiful playing that would greet me as I walked into the UAMS Institute on Aging. Sending thoughts are prayers your way.
John & Patti Hedrick
#10
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
The last time we both saw Howard, he was waiting for Jim at UAMS. We asked about the pianos in the lobby, and he played several numbers for us. Such a delight, it made our day. He is missed. Condolences to his family and Jim.
Laura & Charles Marratt
#9
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Jim,
Your loss is overwhelming. Howard was a blessing to our neighborhood and to your life. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Your loss is overwhelming. Howard was a blessing to our neighborhood and to your life. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Terri Parker West & Lloyd Litsey
#8
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Jim, we?re so sorry for your loss. We will miss seeing Howard around the neighborhood. Sending prayers for you and his other family members.
Mitzi Bonner
#7
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Jim, I am keeping you in my prayers today. Thinking of you.
Love,
Mitzi Bonner
Love,
Mitzi Bonner
Laura Sergeant
#6
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Howard will be missed by many. He was such
lovely gentleman. Our thoughts and prayers are with all who loved him.
lovely gentleman. Our thoughts and prayers are with all who loved him.
Denise Ennett
#5
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Jim- I am sorry for your loss. I am going to miss Howard.
Love
Denise Ennett
Love
Denise Ennett
Tom Grunden
#4
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Jim and Davis Family, I am deeply saddened by the passing of Howard and offer my condolences in this loss. I spoke with Howard from time and time at various neighborhood affairs and always found him to be jovial with such as easy, kind manner. I know he will be deeply missed, and Jim please know my thoughts are with you as you find your path in this time o
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Danny Sullivan and Susan Sullivan
#3
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Susan and I always considered Howard and Jim as our friends. Howard played the piano beautifully on many occasions and had an engaging sense of humor. May he Rest In Peace.
James Andre' Pendleton
#2
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Jim, i?m praying for you.
Kathy & George Wells
#1
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Howard was a good neighbor and a tireless supporter of our neighborhood - he was faithful attending Crime Watch meetings, Garden Club, Downtown Neighborhood Assn., and other civic groups. We are saddened at his passing. Our condolences to his family and Jim, his close friend.