Jerry Michael Davis, 77, of Collinsville, IL, born Wednesday, June 15, 1945, in Anna, IL, passed away Saturday, April 8, 2023 at Barnes-Jewish Hospital in Saint Louis, MO.
Jerry taught in Collinsville Unit School District #10. He was a member of Bethel Baptist Church in Troy, IL, former member of Winstanley Baptist Church in Fairview Heights, IL, R.O.M.E.O. of Winstanley Baptist Church, the Illinois Retired Teachers Association, and the Madison County Retired Teachers Association. Jerry was a 1963 graduate of BTHS. He served our county in the United States Air Force. Jerry gave the gift of life by being an organ tissue donor.
He was preceded in death by his:
- Son, Jon Michael Davis
- Parents, James O. and Elsie, nee Theis, Davis
- Brothers:
- James P. (Linda) Davis
- Joseph A. Davis
- Nephew, James R. Davis
- Brother-in-law, Stephen Henry
- Father-in-law, Joel Melton.
He is survived by his:
- Loving wife of 48 years, Jolene Davis, nee Melton, of Collinsville, IL
- Daughters:
- Julianne (Chris) Novich of Troy, IL
- Jennifer (Jeremy) Brown of Pocahontas, IL
- Son, Joshua (Melissa) Davis of Richmond Heights, MO
- Grandchildren:
- Jocelynn and Aiden Novich
- Ethan (Kahlan) and Maryann Brown
- Max, Emmett, and Simon Davis
- Sisters:
- Gloria Jean (George) Williams of Belleville, IL
- Janice Henry of Belleville, IL
- Brother, Jeffrey (Tammie) Davis of Belleville, IL
- Sister-in-law, Joyce Davis of Belleville, IL
- Mother-in-law, Etta Melton, of Belleville, IL
- Many dear nieces, nephews, in-laws and cousins
Jerry enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren, especially watching them play sports. He also enjoyed golf, fishing and Cardinal baseball. He will be remembered as a husband, father, Paw Paw, brother, uncle, friend, teacher and coach.
Memorials: Memorials may be made to the Lake Sallateeska Baptist Camp (https://www.ibsa.org/lake-sallateeska/)
Visitation: Visitation from 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm, Wednesday, April 12, 2023 at Bethel Baptist Church in Troy, IL.
Funeral: Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 am, Thursday, April 13, 2023 at Bethel Baptist Church, with Pastor Tim Lewis officiating.
7 Comments To "Jerry Michael Davis"
#1 Comment By Barbara Barker On April 11, 2023 @ 8:17 pm
Chet and I are so sorry for your loss. We will not be able to attend Mike’s service. Mike will be missed by all! It’s a wonderful gift that Mike is donating.
#2 Comment By Carla Schadegg On April 11, 2023 @ 9:17 pm
Jolene,
I’m so sorry to hear this. My heart breaks for you. Prayers for you and your family.
#3 Comment By Rhonda Kismer On April 12, 2023 @ 8:17 pm
Jolene and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Jerry was a wonderful man, dedicated to family, friends, church, coaching, and teaching. I enjoyed many years teaching driver education with him. I know he will be missed by all of you. I know he rests with the Lord, at least until God has a job that needs to be done….Jerry will be the first to volunteer! I am sorry I missed his visitation.
#4 Comment By Jan Scanlan On April 12, 2023 @ 9:18 pm
I was sorry to learn of Jerry’s passing. He and I taught together at North Junior High ; he was always friendly and nice to me. My condolences to you , Jolene, and your entire family.
#5 Comment By Chuck DeLorme On April 12, 2023 @ 10:06 pm
Jerry’s family. I met Jerry at ROMEO’s in 2021 when I became a member of Winstanley. It was a pleasure to have known him as we shared stories about our past experiences during our lives and talked about current events that we were all dealing with. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends as they work thru the loss of Jerry and I hope there are many fond memories as your celebrate his life at this time.
#6 Comment By Tom Reaka On April 17, 2023 @ 9:33 am
Jolene,
So sorry to hear of Jerry’s passing, the times we shared when we worked together at Sears were good memories. Sympathies to all of his families.
Tom L. Reaka
#7 Comment By Jean Wilson On April 17, 2023 @ 8:40 pm
Jolene and Family, Steve and I want to send our condolences. So sorry for your loss. He will be missed, he was a great guy.