Edward H. Davis

Edward Henry Davis III was born on June 2, 1943, to the late Edward Henry II and the Catherine Davis. He was the seventh child of eight children: Edna, Bernice, Shirley, Catherine, and Albert. He was affectionately known as Man, Eddie Dean, and Muscles, after a lengthy illness, he departed this life on November 22, 2025, while at home surrounded by his family. Educated in the Baltimore City Public School System, graduating from The Paul Lawrence Dunbar High School in June 1962. Eddie was an avid athlete in high school, playing football, running track, hurdles, and wrestling. He won the 133lbs Maryland Scholastic Association (MSA) Championship for three years and in his senior year, he won the 145lbs MSA Championship. Eddie was featured in many newspaper articles for his athletic abilities, during his time in high school, winning many championships in wrestling. Eddie met and married the love of his life, Brenda M. Davis. They were married on September 19, 1963. They were happily married for 43 years until her death. From this union two sons were born, Edward IV and Timothy. Eddie grew to love martial arts: Taekwondo, Judo, Karate. He developed his skills in Shotokan under leadership of Headmaster Mr. Okazaki of the Japanese Karate Association (JKA) where he became a 3rd, Degree Blackbelt. He assisted Baltimore City Karate Club startup where he trained and taught for almost 50 years. He was dedicated to Karate, to say it mildly. After 43 years of service, Eddie retired from Verizon (formerly known as C&P Telephone Company and Bell Atlantic) Eddie loved Family and the Family loved him. Standing 5’3 with broad shoulders, arms and fist that would bring you to your knees with one punch. He meant business but had a soft spot for the females in his family. He was a gentle giant with large smile and slits as eyes. He made sure that he attended the Davis family reunions and any other affairs that brought family together. He loved and supported his nieces, nephews, and grandchildren. Eddie leaves to cherish his memory: his sons Timothy (Asya), his brother, Albert L. Davis, Sr (Marie), his fiancé Bernice Yancey family members, listed on the Davis legacy Tree, other relatives, a special friend Clifton Heights, friends, and Eastern Church family. Eddie was preceded in death by his wife, Brenda Davis; his son Edward H. Davis IV; His sisters: Edna Washington, Carie Boyd, Bernice Haskins, Shirley Bowman, and Catherine Williams.

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Edward H. Davis

June 2, 1943 - November 22, 2025