Richard L. Davis, age 87, of the lewis County Nursing Home, formerly of Canton, MO, died Saturday, February 16, 2008 in the Home. He was born on February 7, 1921 in Marshalltown, IA. Richard married Carol Kreinberg on October 13, 1990. She survives. Mr. Davis was a carpenter and helped to construct bridges throughout the area. Mr. Davis was a member of St. James Lutheran Church.

He enjoyed the time he spent with his family. He was a member of Local Union #189. Richard was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, & great-great grandfather to all his family.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by:
One DAUGHTER: Judy Brentlinger of Kahoka, MO
THREE STEP-DAUGHTERS: Buddy Jones and her husband John R. of Canton, MO; Peggy Newman and her husband Richard of Quincy; Janice Hoener of Quincy.
3 Grandchildren,. 8 Step-Grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren and 19 Step-great-grandchildren. and 2 step-great-great grandchildren also survive.

He was preceded in death by: his parents, one son: Denny Davis and all of Richard’s brothers and sisters.

The family would like to take the opportunity to thank the staff of the Lewis County Nursing Home for the wonderful treatment of Richard and his family during this difficult time.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, February 21, 2008 at 11:00 AM in the Duker & Haugh Funeral Home by the Rev. Marlin Rempfer. Interment in Calvary Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Wednesday evening from 4:00 until 7:00 PM in the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Lewis County Nursing Home or to St. James Lutheran Church.