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Obituary: Nona Lee Davis
She will be remembered for her gentle nature and unwavering kindness.
Obituary was published and funeral arrangements were entrusted to the care and direction of the Fred C. Dames Funeral Home and Crematory.
Nona Lee Davis
(nee Dunkerson)
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Nona Lee Davis (nee Dunkerson) passed away peacefully, at the age of 91, on Thursday, February 6, 2025, surrounded by her loving family at Lightways Hospice Home. Nona was born in Burna, Kentucky on February 11, 1933, to her adoring parents, George and Nona Belle (nee Kanipe) Dunkerson. She was a longtime resident of Joliet.
Nona enjoyed spending her time crafting and crocheting. She also found joy in gardening and being outdoors. There was nothing Nona loved more than adopting and caring for animals. The love she showed her animals is truly admirable.
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Nona is survived by her daughter, Sandra Davis, and numerous nieces, nephews, and her 11 cherished rescued cats.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Raymond Davis; son, Raymond G. Davis; parents; and her siblings Dessie Mae Barnes, Joe Thomas, Homer Truman, Clara LaVerne Sanders, William Henry, Warren Gabriel, Flora Rothert, George Willard, Buddy Wendell, Joyce Ann McMican, and several dogs.
A visitation will be held on Tuesday, February 11, 2025 beginning at 11:00 a.m. until the time of services at 12:00 p.m., at the Fred C. Dames Funeral Home, 3200 Black Rd. (at Essington Rd.) Joliet, IL 60431. Interment to follow at Woodlawn Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made in her name to TLC Animal Shelter in Homer Glen, IL.
For more information please call 815-741-5500 or visit his Memorial Tribute at www.fredcdames.com where you can share a favorite memory or leave an online condolence.
