Benny Davis, age 81 of La Follette

Mr. Benny Davis, age 81 of LaFollette passed away Friday, December 21, 2018.  Mr. Davis was a former Teacher and Coach, and considered all of his former players as members of his own family.  He was always ready with a joke to tell.  Mr. Davis was a U. S. Army Veteran and served with the Campbell County Honor Guard.  He was a Commander with the American Legion.  Preceded in death by Son, Benny Reed Davis, Parents, James and Nelle Miller Davis.

Survivors:  Daughter, Stephanie Mayer, Grandchildren, Nell Maya and Theodore Mayer; Brothers, Jimmy Davis and wife, Patsy and Glen “Titney” Davis.  Several former students and players, other relatives and friends.

Funeral Services Wednesday 7 P.M. at Walters Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Don Allen officiating.  Family and friends will meet Thursday 10:00 A.M. at Walters Funeral Home and proceed to Oak Grove Cemetery.  The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 Wednesday before services.  Online condolences for Mr. Davis may be made at www.waltersfuneralhome.net.  Walters Funeral Home of LaFollette is honored to be serving the family of Mr. Benny Davis.