May 31, 1934 – Jan. 21, 2020
Warren O. Davis, 85, of Sweet Home died Jan. 21, 2020.
He was born May 31, 1934 in Long Beach, Calif. to John and Ruby Davis.
He was a U.S. Marine for 2½ years prior to getting married and starting a family. He always remembered his time in the service with fond memories.
Mr. Davis lived most of his life in northern California, and moved to Oregon in 2008 from Twin Falls, Idaho. He had lived in Sweet Home since 2009.
Mr. Davis became disabled from a work injury in 1974. Since that time, he learned and enjoyed needle-point and has created many beautiful wall hangings. Prior to his injury, he enjoyed camping, fishing, cooking, and watching any and all sports. He always enjoyed being with people and created opportunities to joke around. He also loved his many pets throughout the years.
Mr. Davis is survived by his wife of 16 years, Rosemary; daughter Retith and son-in-law Jeff Eddings of Grants Pass; son Warren Jr. of Arkansas; three grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren; his brother Jack and sister-in-law Toni of Redding, Calif.; sister Betty and brother-in-law Lawrence Merten of Fresno, Calif.; and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his late wife, Clarine; and two siblings.
A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Feb. 8, at Fir Lawn Lutheran Church in Sweet Home.
Per his request, Mr. Davis’ ashes will be scattered in the foothills of California, amongst the redwoods, where he grew up.