Davis

Arnold

Davis Arnold was the ninth of eleven children born to Lucian "Ras" Arnold and Arine Elliott Arnold, entering the world twenty minutes before his twin sister and lifelong best friend, Avis Arnold Wren, on February 17, 1952.

Davis was the grandson of the late Mr. & Mrs. Lucian & Josie Scott Arnold and the late Mr. & Mrs. Bennie & Willie Hall Elliott. He departed this life peacefully surrounded by family and loved ones on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, at age 72.

Davis accepted Christ at an early age at Springhill Missionary Baptist Church in Nettleton, MS. He renewed his membership with his home church upon returning to the state and remained until the time of his passing. Confident in the resurrection of a living Savior, regardless of his age, Davis always shared an Easter speech with his church family.

Davis graduated from Sims High School in 1970. He was highly intelligent and an avid reader and learner. His former teacher, Mr. Lennell Luckett, described Davis as one of the brightest students he had the opportunity to teach. School was in no way challenging enough for Davis, rather the challenge was to instruct such an advanced mind. Following high school,

Davis married Ruby Burdine and they became the parents of four daughters, including twins. Davis enlisted in the United States Air Force and was stationed in California. Following service to his country, Davis joined his brother Emmitt in relocating to the Orlando, Florida area, where he lived for many years.

Davis treasured spending time with family and friends, playing cards with his brothers, telling a good clean joke or two, and writing poetry. For decades, he maintained a journal of his own poems. He prided himself on having a great rhyme or speech for any occasion, or to bestow deserving honors at any celebration. He was a reader and reciter of the Word of God, having read the Bible from cover-to-cover numerous times. Davis always had a positive spirit and will be remembered by all who knew him for treating everyone with dignity, generosity and kindness.

Davis was preceded in death by his grandparents, parents, his son, Davis Arnold, Jr. of Florida; granddaughter, Sade' Pruitt; and three brothers, Leroy, Emmitt, and Tommy Arnold.

Those left to cherish his memories include his children: Michelle Jernigan (Levert) of Nettleton, MS, Chiquita Vincent (Wayne) of Alexandria, VA, Aretha Dotson of Belmont, NC, Yulonda Taylor (Keith) of Byhalia, MS, Crystal Williams of Orlando, FL, Esteria Kiara Arnold of Nettleton, MS, and Quinteria Marquise Ray (Molly) of Guntown, MS; Eleven grandchildren: Brayla Jernigan, Tyrel Jernigan, Levert Jernigan, Jr., DaVughn Arnold, Henry Pruitt, Keith Taylor, Jr., Anniston Ray, Hudson Ray, Antonio Wilson, Roniya Washington, and Ronier Washington; Seven great-grandchildren; Two sisters: Pearl Randolph (Willie J.), and Avis Wren (Jeffery Blair); Five brothers: Eugene Arnold (Emma), Willie James Arnold (Patricia), Earnest Arnold (Mary Nell)Perthamboy, New Jersey, Herbert Arnold (Curmie), Ralph Arnold (Priscilla)Mid West City Oklahoma; maternal Aunt, Jo Frances Jones; an exceptional friend, Jackie Hattix, and a multitude of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends he held dear.