Honoring the Life and Legacy of
Jon D. Davis
Obituary
Jon “Goose” Darcy Davis, 72, of Detroit, Michigan, passed away on October 13th in his home surrounded by the love and peace of his family and friends.
Jon was born February 27th, 1950 in Detroit, Michigan to Helen Klee who later married Weldon Davis. He graduated from Highland Park High School in 1968. He enjoyed working for The Blue Mushroom and The Inn Season Cafe sharing his baking expertise and knowledge with his partners, customers and all who chance to taste his baked goods and pizzas. Jon later retired from Guardian Alarm’s medical monitoring division speaking often of the stories and wisdom his senior clients would share with him.
He was an avid cyclist, bicycling across upper and lower Michigan. He shared his passion for music with all who knew him. He also enjoyed holistic nutrition and gardening, supporting native american culture, attending live jazz performances supporting some of his favorite local artists like Teddy Harris Jr. and The New Breed Be Bop Society and Naima Shamborgous and most of all, reminding us all to “take time to smell the flowers”.
Jon is survived by six children, Kellie Zess (Joe) of East Detroit, MI., Heather Eckstein of Harper Woods, MI., Donavan Allen (Jessica) of Detroit, MI., and Ruby, Jonathan and Jasmine.
Jon is also survived by 6 grandchildren, Kate (Kalil), Jamie, Kayla (Josh), Mischa, Michael and Niko and 5 great-grandchildren Mason, Michael, Marley, Mia, Mac and Nova; and by 2 sisters, Sue Carlson of Leitchfield, Ky., Barb Buckley of Charlotte, N.C., Ted Davis of Greeley, Colo., Jeff Davis of Midland, MI., Paul Davis of Leitchfield, Ky., and Ray Davis of Hope Twp.,MI. former wife and friend Brenda Allen and many loved nieces, nephews, and cousins. In addition to his parents Jon was predeceased by 2 brothers Kenneth and Don and former wife Kate Domanski.
A virtual Memorial Service will be held on Friday November 18th 2022 5pm (EST) followed by an in-person Celebration of Life in the spring/summer of 2023 TBD. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to his memorial fund to offset funeral and memorial costs.
Jon “Goose” Davis looked out for all, covering us with his wings, young and old, family and friends and even strangers. He will be greatly missed by the many lives he touched.
Virtual Memorial Service
Recorded Friday, November 18, 2022
Jon’s family invites you to view the virtual Memorial Service honoring his life and legacy.
Please enjoy this collection of Jon’s favorite hits.
Slideshow
Photo Gallery
In Lieu of Flowers, Please Consider Donating To the GoFundMe Campaign for Jon’s Family
We are raising money to cover the cost of Jon’s funeral services, his Celebration of Life, and in-person gathering during spring/summer 2023. Raising $3425 will cover the basic expenses of these costs.
We want to thank everyone for all the kind words and support they’ve already shown us throughout Jon’s battle with cancer. It means more to us than words can say.
Cross Country skiing on Belle Isle is on my “recreate the moment list.” My last time, I was about 6 years old. My dad was so much more excited than I, it was cooooold! I didn’t realize how much I would learn to appreciate that moment, cold nose and all. So grateful for the memories.
Rest In Peace Cuz.
Gone but not forgotten. Thanks Jon for the many years and memories!
Thinking of the days when Jon & Ted spent summers with us in Corydon,In.
My mom (Nita) remember’s Jon always saying “take time to smell the roses” and often he lived his life by those same wise words. He truly enjoyed life to the fullest, whether it was on his bicycle, or spending time with his family. From the time I was very young, I remember that Jon was always happy and had a joyful laugh. The last message Jon left on a voicemail was “thanks for being a friend for all these years”, and thats’s the same message we’d like to reciprocate here….thanks for 40+ years of friendship, kindness and good times! To Brenda, Heather, Donovan, and the rest of Jon’s family and loved ones, may the fond memories shared here give you peace and comfort today and always.
May Peace, Love and Light be with you all!
Nita and Heather Turner.
Though I didn’t get the privilege of spending a lot of time with my Uncle Jon, those moments that I did get with him I will certainly treasure. He always had a smile on his face, a hug around my neck, and always made me feel loved, valued, and important. As Maya Angelou said so well, “At the end of the day people won’t remember what you said or did, they will remember how you made them feel”. That is my favorite memory of my Uncle Jon, how he made me feel. I love you Uncle Jon.
What a beautiful person. He impacted so many people in positive ways. May these memories live on until you can see him, hold him and laugh with him again.
I didn’t get to spend as much time with my Uncle Jon as most of you, but the time I did get to spend with him was impactful. He was a perfect example of how to treat people. With so much negativity in this world I will always remember and hold on to this.
Im sorry that we lost touch over the years old friend. You leave many fond memories behind, that I view as gifts from you to me, from summer camp as young boys, to the pick up basketball games, and many others as our lives moved forward. I thank you for being a valued character in the journey that is my life.Until we meet again,may you Rejoice In Heaven.
Sending my love to you all in remembrance of Uncle Jon
It’s been a long time but not too long to remember. Sincerest sympathy to you Brenda and family, all of Jon’s family.
Steve and Monique Kopriva
I look forward to seeing my brother again. I will love him forever. The fulfillment of Revelation 21:4 can’t come soon enough.
Love you Jon
Sham and Naima Shamborguer for 30 years
My favorite uncle. You are loved beyond measure. You left a giant imprint on this world. I’m so grateful for having an opportunity to love you and to be graced with your love.
I will miss my papa I had a lot of good memories with him -Mischa Eckstein (Granddaughter)
So many wonderful memories at the Wyman house. Love and Prayers to the family.
So many days spent at your house with Heather during my teenage years. Love and prayers to the family.
I will remember you as my second father, Jon. Your gentle soul, wise words, and ready laughter taught me an approach to life that is still rippling forth even now. You left the world a little more colorful, sweet and compassionate place by living a decent and humble life with your own brand of quiet dignity that relied on zero props. Few can pull that off, you did it with style.
Never forgotten
Prayers to the family.