Shannon Davis' Obituary
Shannon Davis Obituary
Shannon Davis was born on September 9, 1970, in Chicago, Illinois to the union of MacArthur and Emma Davis. Shannon was preceded in death by her father, MacArthur Davis, Sr.; her two brothers: Steve and MacArthur Davis, Jr.
Shannon accepted Christ at an early age while attending The Garden of Prayer under the leadership of the late Pastor Rev. Willie Ross. Shannon graduated from Thornridge High School in Dolton, IL.
Shannon worked many different jobs in her lifetime. She spent countless hours working on computers which led her to employment at Comcast for many years. Shannon’s passion to see the world inspired her to pursue a career in long-distance truck driving, which she loved. Shannon had a gift for writing poems and she inspired so many with her poetry.
Shannon had such a positive attitude and always tried to make others feel better. Shannon cared for her mother during the time she was sick until her mother was able to care for herself.
Shannon passed away on Thursday, July 4, 2019, after a short battle with cancer. She leaves to cherish her passing: loving mother Emma (Emmitt) King; two sisters: Octavia (Antone) Newson and Latanya Davis (Mechie); one sister-in-law: Oyinda Davis also, a host of loving aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends who will cherish her memory
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