Kermit Myron Davis

Kermit Myron Davis, affectionately known as “Jeter” to his sister Carolyn and “Buckey” by neighborhood friends during his childhood passed away on May 10, 2025. Kermit was the sixth of eleven children, born on December 14, 1948, to the late Melvin L. Davis, Sr. and late Helen R. Davis. Kermit was born at the family home at 471 E. Ladies Mile Road, Richmond, Virginia, and was often noted as his mother’s largest baby at a healthy nine pounds. At an early age Kermit was baptized and became a member of Providence Park Baptist Church under the pastorate of the late Reverend J.J. Woodson. He received his education in the Richmond Public Schools and was a student at Maggie L. Walker High School. As a young man, Kermit attended the Job Corps and worked alongside his father in carpentry. Family and close friends will cherish fond memories of Kermit’s deep love for the Bible and his enthusiasm for sharing knowledge about anything related to outer space, science, and animals. Kermit found joy in connecting with others in his neighborhood and spending time in conversation with those he trusted and felt close to. He would often stop by Barky’s record store in downtown Richmond, Virginia after his visit to Consolidated Bank and talk for a long time to the owner, Barky Haggison and his cashier, Frances. He also enjoyed many hours of conversation with the late Mary Jane Jackson who lived behind his family home. Kermit spent his last years battling Parkinson’s Disease which ultimately caused his health to decline. Despite this battle he remained mentally sharp and positive until the Lord called him home. He is predeceased by his parents Melvin L. Davis, Sr. and Helen R. Davis, his brothers, Melvin L. Davis, Jr, Langston R. Davis, Wendell F. Davis, and Revelle R. Davis. He is survived by his brother Leon V. Davis and sisters Dr. Adelaide D. Flamer, Carolyn D. Harris, Nancy D. Elam, Anna D. Hudson, Deborah N. Davis, one sister-in-law, Beverly B. Davis, and two brothers-in-law, E. Mike Harris and Henry L. Elam, and a host of nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews, and great-great nieces and nephews. Special gratitude to the staff at Henrico Health & Rehabilitation Center, Canterbury Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center, and Henrico Doctors Hospital-Forrest for caring for Kermit and keeping him comfortable. The Graveside ceremony to be held on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, at 12pm at Roselawn Memory Gardens Cemetery, 13389 Mountain Road, Glen Allen, Virginia 23059.

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Kermit Myron Davis

December 14, 1948 - May 10, 2025