Earl "Boise" Davis

Earl Davis 76, of Duquesne, PA was born July 7, 1946, in Pittsburgh, PA. He was the beloved son of the late William Jr. and Fannie (Dent) Davis. Earl was a lifelong resident of Duquesne, growing up in the Cochrandale Projects where everyone was family.

Earl was a 1964 Duquesne High School Graduate. During His senior year in High School, Earl enlisted in the US Navy Reserves. In July of 1964 Earl actively served his country during the Vietnam War. He was Honorably Discharged on July 22, 1969. After serving his country, he returned to the US where he was employed by the US Steel Plant in Duquesne as a painter until his retirement. After retirement Earl Continued to explore his artistry as a painter and craftsman. He worked for the Mozart Management company, as a State Store Clerk in Duquesne, and for the Pennsylvania nonprofit Goodwill. He continually enhanced his education over the years receiving multiple certifications from the Urban League of Pittsburgh, the Allegheny Department of Federal Programs, and The Community College of Allegheny County. His accomplishments in the fields of residential electricity, introduction to Microcomputers, and key system installation to name a few would solidify his reputation as an all-around “handyman.” There was never an odd job Earl would not do for his family and friends. Everything Earl did was done with excellence and pride.

Earl came to know Christ at an early age while attending New Jerusalem Holiness Church under the leadership of Elder Michael and Pastor Sally Bradley. He would later attend The Fountain of Life Church in Hazelwood, PA with his sister Virginia, Under the leadership of Bishop Gerald Lloyd. Earl’s final church home would be at Bethel Baptist Church in Bethel Park, PA Under the leadership of Rev. Lee Walls. Earl was a faithful member of BBC where he loved his brothers and sisters, and they loved him. He was instrumental in helping with Sunday School class, leading in devotions, and being a candidate for the deacon board. Due to the pandemic and health issues to follow, Earl was no longer able to attend services at BBC. His presence was sorely missed.

Spending time with his family and friends was one of Earl’s greatest pleasures. You could always find him at his sister Irene’s on Thanksgiving and his sister Virginia’s on Christmas. He loved all sports, riding his motorcycle, shooting pool, playing Bid Wiz, and cherished the time spent with his friends in the Wild Bunch Club. Earl Departed this life on April 5, 2023.

He was preceded in death by his parents, father William Davis Jr., his Mother Fannie (Dent) Davis, brothers; William Davis III, Michael Davis, Harold Davis, and Harry Davis. Earl is survived by his Uncle George Dent of Warner Robbins, GA, Beloved Brother Edward Henderson of Aliquippa PA, two sisters; Irene Sims of Bethel Park, PA, and Virginia Davis of Duquesne, PA. He leaves to cherish his memory a host of nieces and nephews, family, and friends.

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