James Davis

ALBANY - James departed this life on Tuesday, February 28, 2023 at Schenectady Rehabilitation and
Nursing Center.

James Davis was born in Halifax, Virginia on November 5, 1933 to his parents, the late
Walter Davis and Fannie Weatherford Davis.

He was predeceased by his brothers, Raleigh Davis and Alfred Davis; his sisters, Mabel Morris,
Bessie Davis, Nannie Reed and Connie Davis.

James was raised and attended public school in Halifax, VA. In 1955, James relocated to Albany, NY.

James was employed by Montgomery Ward Department Store in Menands; Roxy Dry Cleaners in Albany and retired
from Albany Medical Center Hospital.

He loved music and enjoyed listening to Jazz and Blues music. Sometimes when he had visitors, he would get up and dance.
James was always the "life of the party", joking and making people laugh. He enjoyed being out doors, sitting down at
Albany Riverfront, visiting local parks, and hanging out with family and friends.

James was very independent, and he enjoyed traveling, cooking and driving around late at night. When asked,
"why aren't you home in bed?" he would always say that he didn't have to worry about cars rushing or honking their horns,
while he took his time and cruised at night.

James leaves to cherish precious memories: his brother, Ural (Sherry) Davis, Sr. and a host of nieces, nephews and other
family and friends.

Visitation will be held from 10:00 am to 11:00 am with a celebration of James' life to immediately follow at 11:00 am on
Wednesday, March 8, 2023 at New Comer Cremations & Funerals, 343 New Karner Road, Colonie. Interment will immediately follow at Graceland Cemetery in Albany. Arrangements are under the direction of New Comer Cremations & Funerals, Colonie. Online condolences may be expressed at www.NewComerAlbany.com