Joe L. Davis age 77 of Salem, NH, died peacefully at the Pleasant Valley Nursing Home in Derry, NH.
He was born in Lawrenceville, GA, where he grew up and attended school. He was a resident of Salem for the past 44 years, formerly of Medford, MA.
Joe was a supervisor for Lawrence Packaging in Lawrence, MA. He was a member of St. Joseph Church in Salem, NH. He was a US Navy veteran, serving on the Air Craft Carrier USS Antietam during the Korean War. Joe enjoyed fishing, bowling, gardening, and was an avid bingo player
He is survived by his wife of 58 years: Rosalie (O’Brien) Davis of Salem, NH
4 Sons: Joseph J. Davis of Deland, FL
Richard Davis & his girlfriend Brenda Rowman of Londonderry, NH
Michael S. & his wife Carolyn Davis of Salem, NH
John Davis of Salem, NH
3 Brothers & 4 Sisters all of Georgia
11 Grandchildren, 3 Great Grandchildren, Several Nieces & Nephews
Calling hours will be held Tuesday, March 16 from 4-8 PM at the Douglas & Johnson Funeral Home, 214 Main Street, Salem, NH. Cremation will follow.
Graveside services with US Navy honors will be held Thursday at 10 AM at Pine Grove Cemetery, Salem, NH.