Norman Joseph Davis, Jr.
December 20, 1952 - March 20, 2023
We are sad to announce the passing of Norman Joseph Davis, Jr., age 70, of Newark, DE. Norman passed away on March 20, 2023 surrounded by his family after a brief, but courageous battle with cancer.
Born in Wilmington, DE on December 20, 1952, he was a son of the late Norman Joseph and Veronica Regina (Gebhart) Davis, Sr. Norman grew up in New Castle and attended St. Peters Catholic School. He graduated from Delcastle Technical High School in 1971 as a machinist apprentice. He proudly served his country from 1971-1975 as a sailor in the U.S. Navy and was a proud member of the U.S. Navy Beach Jumpers Association. Norman worked as a chemical lab assistant for ICI, Unichema and Croda and retired after 36 years.
Norman was an avid sports fan and loved to collect sports memorabilia. His favorite sport was baseball, and he loved watching the Phillies and attending Phillies games as often as possible. Norman also loved to travel and especially enjoyed visiting the Caribbean Islands. In his later years, Norman loved spending time with his two dogs, whom he loved and adored more than anything.
In addition to his parents, Norman was preceded in death by his daughter, Lisa Davis in September 2020. He is survived by his children, Sherri Brooks (Russell), Kim Zoladkiewicz, Gina Davis, and Nicholas Davis; faithful four-legged companions ~ Whiskey and Ava; grandchildren, Bryce, Brandon, Emilee, Tripp, Kenzie, Brayden, Elijah, and his soon-to-be grandson due in May; and brothers, Mike Davis (Shelia) and Bucky Davis (Frannie).
A visitation for family and friends will be held from 10 am until 12 pm on Saturday, March 25, 2023, at Spicer-Mullikin Funeral Home, 1000 North DuPont Parkway, New Castle, DE. The funeral service and interment will be held privately at later date.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Norman’s name to the Faithful Friends Animal Society, 12 Germay Drive, Wilmington, DE 19804 or by clicking here.
Robin Scheib
So very sorry for you and your families loss
Caterina
Love and hugs to the Brooks/Davis family. 💕💕💕💕
Michelle Fournier
So very sorry to read the news of Norman’s passing. Sending prayers and hugs to the entire Davis Family
Love The Fournier Family
Carol Trala
I am so sorry to hear that Norman has passed away, my prayers for his children and family, his smile will always be missed, he always made me laugh. Rest in peace Norman, you will be missed
Cathy Rohrer-Mackenrodt
Sherry, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Brenda
My prayers and love go to family 🙏🏼❤️
Guy Clark
My deepest condolences to the Davis family 🙏🙏🙏
Valerie Hall
Sending your family love. I am sorry for your loss.
Michael Roca
Norman and I have known each other probably since we were six years old we lived two door away from each other and we were born on the same day we went to high school together and signed up for The Navy together he was a good friend
Deborah Moore
So sorry to hear about your father. I hope you and your families are doing well. Sitting here remembering our times together. Love and Prayers. Debbie and family
Ted@Sandi Morris
We are so sorry to hear of the lost of Norm ,our hearts are very heavy . My he rest in peace in the Kingdom now, God Bless.
Michael & Cathi Fell
Our sincere condolences on the passing of your dad. May he rest in peace and may you find comfort and peace through your fond memories, family and friends during this difficult time.
Gina Davis
Love you so much daddy 💜
Mary Rees Pennington
I’m sorry I didn’t know this. I was wondering why I had not seen any posts from him. Our mothers were very close friends and cousins.
Rest in peace Norman 🙏🏻