James L. "Jimmy D" "Jabber" Davis, Jr.

Mr. James L. “Jimmy D” “Jabber” Davis, Jr., age 65, of New Hartford, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, December 9, 2008 at the St. Elizabeth Medical Center. Born in Ilion, New York on February 5, 1943, James was the son of the late James Loren and Edith (Fragale) Davis. He was raised and educated in Frankfort and Little Falls, graduating from St. Mary’s Academy in Little Falls in 1962. He then attended H.C.C.C. and M.V.C.C., where he earned an Associate in Applied Science degree. On July 25, 1971 in St. Louis Gonzaga Church he married the former Bernadette E. Massoud with whom he shared a blessed union of 33 years prior to her passing on January 4, 2005. For a number of years, Jim was employed by the Univac Co. and Mohawk Data Sciences Corporation in the Data Processing department, and upon both their closures, he took a position with Special Metals in their computer room. He subsequently held several positions in the retail sector at Sangertown Square Mall from Sears Roebuck to the former Klein’s Sporting Goods Store, and most recently was working at the Shenandoah Golf Club at the Turning Stone Resort. Upon his marriage, Jim also worked alongside his wife and her family as a bartender at the legendary family concern, Massoud’s Oud Lounge. An optimistic and dedicated husband and father, Jim treasured his family above all else. He was thoughtful and compassionate in supporting his loved ones and caring for his wife’s medical needs prior to her passing. He enjoyed spending time with his daughter, Christine, “his little Keebler” and assisting with her creative and tasteful baking. A fun-loving and energetic man, Jim was an exceptional dancer, an avid and dedicated golfer, and a member of the seniors bowling league which met every Wednesday afternoon at Pin-O-Rama Lanes. He was a die-hard New York Yankees fan and he supported the New York Knicks, the Syracuse Orangemen, and the Washington Redskins. He was a communicant of St. Louis Gonzaga Church and St. John the Evangelist Church. Jim is survived by his daughter, Christina M. Davis of New Hartford; and his sons and daughter-in-law, James L. III and Karen D. Davis, and Christopher M. Davis, all of New Hartford. “Jimmy D” also enjoyed the companionship of his son James’ canines. Survivors also include his 27 nieces and nephews, 30 great-nieces and great-nephews, a number of cousins, and in-laws, Ann B. and Dr. Caleb A. George of Whitesboro, Catherine M. and Joseph Tamer of New Hartford, John A. Massoud of Utica, George and Janet (Mazloom) Massoud of Utica, Joseph T. Massoud, Anthony J. “Omar” and Judith (Kinney) Massoud, and William “Bill” Lafferty all of New Hartford. He was predeceased by his sister-in-law, Edna T. Lafferty; and members of the Davis, Fragale, and Jackson families of Frankfort. The family is grateful to the nurses and staff of the St. Elizabeth Medical Center Emergency Room and the Oneida County Sheriff’s Dept., especially Deputy Sheriff Reilly, for all the care and compassion shown to Jim’s family. Visitation will be held Friday (today) from 4:00-8:00 at the Eannace Funeral Home, Inc., 932 South St., corner of Hammond Ave. The Prayer of Incense will be offered this evening at 7:30 at the funeral home. By family request, please omit floral offerings. For those wishing to do so, please consider memorial donations in Jim’s honor to St. Louis Gonzaga Church or St. John the Evangelist Church; envelopes will be available at the funeral home. Jim’s funeral service will commence on Saturday morning at 9:00 from the funeral home and at 10:00 at St. Louis Gonzaga Church, where the Divine Liturgy of the Faithful Departed will be celebrated by Father Bassam Saade, Pastor. Interment will take place in Calvary Cemetery at the convenience of the family.

James L. "Jimmy D" "Jabber" Davis, Jr.

February 5, 1943 - December 9, 2008