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Arthur H. Davis, Sr.
Date Of Birth:November 21, 1926
Date Of Death:March 28, 2011
Service Date:12:00 pm, Thursday, March 31st, 2011

Arthur Howard Davis, Sr.

Arthur Howard Davis, Sr., 84, of Salina, passed away Monday, March 28th, 2011.

Arthur was born in Alta Vista, Kansas on November 21, 1926, the son of the late Charles and Myrtle (Yahn) Davis.

He was a WWII Veteran and Produce Manager at Dillons in Salina for 38 years.

Arthur was a Lifetime VFW Post #1432 member and past Post Commander, Funeral detail volunteer with the VFW.  A 32nd Dgr. Mason with the Masonic Lodge and active in the American Legion, Moose Lodge, and Seniors Municipal Golf Club.

On January 1, 1950, at the Chase County Court House in Cottonwood Falls, Kansas, Arthur married Elise Mary (Robbins) Davis and she precedes him in death in 2004.

Survivors include daughter:  Cheryl "Cherry" L. Frain (Jack) of Salina, son:  Arthur H. Davis, Jr. (Betty) of Bennington, two grandsons: Matthew Davis (Katy Watts) of Chicago, IL, Clinton (Echo) Davis of Topeka; three granddaughters: Jennifer (Mike) Redmond, Marcy Frain, Laurie Came (Bill), all of Salina; three great grandsons: Dakota Came, Spencer Came and Alexander Linenberger all of Salina; two great granddaughters: Macy Linenberger, Meryn Came both of Salina; step great granddaughter, Michela Redmond, Salina; step great grandson: Grady Redmond of Salina; brothers: Jim Davis of Ponca City, Oklahoma, Duane Davis of Peabody, Terry Davis of Newton; Sisters: Arlene White of Wakeeney, Naomi Mitchell of Topeka, Laverne Hawkins of Madison, Wanda Lemay of Council Grove, Betty Shelton of Council Grove, Becky Brannan of Abilene.

He is preceded in death by his parents, wife: Elise (Robbins) Davis, brother: Charlie Davis, sister: Mayetta and her husband Bill Warneke.

Friends are invited to call Wednesday, March 30 from 9 am - 8 pm with the family receiving friends from 6 pm - 8 pm at Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home.

A graveside service will be held at the Culver Union Cemetery at 12:00 pm on Thursday, March 31st, with Chaplin D. Longbine officiating.  A procession from the funeral home to the cemetery will leave at 11:30 am.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Veteran of Foreign War Post #1432 Salina, or Alzheimer's Disease & Related Disorders-Topeka Chapter 515 S. Kansas Ave,  B2 Topeka, Kansas 66603-3415.
  • From: Cindy Roberts (Fehr)
    Location:Herington

    Hi Cheryl and Art...I'm sorry....I haven't seen your dad in many years but have so many fond memories of so many great times that we have shared when we were younger. Especially the trips to the lake and camping!! All of us stuffed in that little camper and we thought that was the greatest! and it was!! We even rode out a couple pretty good storms in there! I didn't realize that your Mom and Dad were married in Cottonwood Falls! When we were still in school, I wouldn't have even known where that is..........but now that I live here in Herington, I've been there many times. The old courthouse is really cool and lots of restoration has been done to it. My thoughts and prayers are with you! Cindy

  • From: Gail and Carol  Burns
    Location:Delavan

    Cherrie and Artie, so sorry to read about your Dad and we are sending our deepest sympathy to you both and your families. We will not be able to attend either the visitation or service. We have so many great memories of your family and wish we could be with you at this time. Love and prayers Gail and Carol Burns

  • From: Randall  Holm
    Location:Salina

    Dear Art Jr, Betty, Cheryl, Jack, and the entire family, I was deeply saddened by your loss. I have recently experienced the loss of my brother, and my dad passed on a few years ago so I understand at least a little the loss that you must be fealing. Art was a good friend and such a joy to work around at Dillons those many years ago. The special connection that my brother , Steve, had with your dad due to his having worked for Art in the Produce department probably also added to that bond. Art was the first non family boss that Steve had and his patience and encouragement then and over the years to Steve helped motivate & inspire Steve to join the Army and eventually become a Major in the Army Reserve.. I think Art may have also hoped to add Steve to your family at one time when he introduced Steve to a ?? Cousin of yours that was in town visiting . lol I hope that you can find some solace in knowing that Art is now at peace and is enjoying his rebirth with God & Jesus in Heaven and enjoying his rejoining with Elise there , too. He will also continue to live on here on earth in the fond and many memories of those that knew him and loved him. May God be with you during this time of sorrow and loss ! If you have any need to talk with someone outside of the family during your grief or at any time please feel free to call me at ANY TIME ! Sincerely yours, Randall Holm