Roger Earl Davis

Roger Earl Davis, 94, of Independence, Missouri passed away peacefully on Monday, January 24, 2022 only 10 days after his beloved wife, Elaine. Roger was born to Tory Johnson and Etta Davis on April 25, 1927 in Fairmont City, Minnesota. He was raised by Lee and Gertrude Davis in Independence, Missouri with the family later moving to Detroit, Michigan.
After graduating from Redford High School Roger proudly served in the United States Army for many years. Roger was a very talented man. At the young age of 4 he discovered his natural ability to play the trumpet. By the age of 6 he was performing with the Detroit Symphony. He enjoyed woodworking, building cars, traveling and could fix just about anything he put his hands on. Roger will be missed dearly but has reunited with beautiful bride for eternity.
He is survived by his children, Eric Davis (Julie) and Eleanor Stevens (Tom); 3 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren.
Roger is preceded in death by his siblings.
A graveside service with military honors will take place on Tuesday, February 1st at 10am at Missouri State Veterans Cemetery in Higginsville, Mo.

See Elaine's obituary, she passed away 1/14/2022.