Sabine Index, Many, La., Apr 24, 1991

Leattie Eugenia Robinson Davis

A funeral mass was celebrated Saturday, April 13, at 11 a.m., in Saint John the Baptist Catholic Church, Many, by Father Kenneth Williams, pastor for a longtime Many resident. Mrs. Leattie Eugenia Robinson Davis, 95. Mrs. Davis passed away early Friday morning, April 12, in Heritage Manor #2 in Many, following a lengthy illness. Burial followed in the Saint John's Catholic Cemetery, adjacent to the church. A Scripture Rosary service was conducted by Father Kenneth Williams, Friday, April 12, at 7 p.m., in Warren Meadows Funeral Home.

Mrs. Davis was born May 8, 1895, in Kisatchie, to the late Daniel Andrew Robinson and his wife, the late Melissa Caledonia Taylor Robinson. Her parents and their nine children moved to Many, January 15, 1907. Two more of Mrs. Davis sisters were born in Many. Mrs. Davis was a faithful and devoted member of Saint John the Baptist Catholic Church, but her illness had kept her from attending mass for the past several years. She was educated at Saint John's Catholic School, as were her brothers and sisters, and she married the late Louis Francis Davis on June 4, 1919, at St. John's Catholic Church.

Mrs. Davis was preceded in death by her husband, Louis Francis Davis, on December 9, 1931; her youngest child, a daughter, Joy Marie Davis Lafitte in 1989; a grandson, Thomas Michael "Mike" Lafitte; a great grandson, Chad Adkins Lafitte; as well as her parents, four sisters, and six brothers.

Mrs. Davis is survived by two sons and daughters-in-law, Louis Francis and Hazel Davis of Freeport, Texas, John Andrew and Odessa "Dee" Davis of Arlington, Texas; two daughters and sons-in-law, Mary Louise Davis de Valcourt and Stephen "Steve" de Valcourt Sr. of Lafayette, and Peggy Jean Davis Boswell and Rurel Boswell of Natchitoches; a son-in-law, James "Jack" Lafitte of Shreveport; 21 grandchildren; 28 great grandchildren; one great-great grandson; one sister-in-law; two brothers-in-law, numerous loving nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Mrs. Davis' pallbearers were some of her grandsons, Christopher Davis, Jimmy Lafitte, Gary Lafitte, Johnny Lafitte, Bruce Lafitte, Ken de Valcourt, Greg de Valcourt; and grandson-in-law, Henry Bellamy.

All services were under the beautiful direction of Warren Meadows Funeral Home in Many.

All services were under the beautiful direction of Warren Meadows Funeral Home in Many.

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Wednesday, May 30, 1990

Davis celebrates 95th birthday

ON TUESDAY, May 8, 1990, Mrs. Leattie Robinson Davis, of Many, celebrated her 95th birthday with her family at Heritage Manor #2. She was born in Kisatchie, Louisiana, in the year 1895, moving to Many in 1907 with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Daniel A. Robinson. She later married Louis F. Davis, a Many native, and continued to reside in Many for the last 83 years. Celebrating this joyous occasion with their mother were three of her five children, and their spouses: Francis and Hazel Davis, Freeport, TX; Louise D. and Steve deValcourt, Lafayette, LA and Peggy D. and Rurel Boswell, Natchitoches, One daughter, her youngest child, Joy D. Lafitte of Shreveport, LA passed away on September 13, 1989. Others attending were grandchildren, Dianna Brassette, Kathy Troyanowski, Sharon deValcourt, and Evelyn Theriot. A niece, Ruby Agnes "Sis" Ross of Many was also present. A sister, Mrs. Agnes R. Schroeder, was unable to attend due to a serious illness.

Source: News paper clipping at Louise Davis de Valcourt's house.

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In Memory of Leattie Eugenia (Robinson) Davis.
b. May 8, 1895 --- d. Apr. 12, 1991

The only Grand Mother that I ever knew passed away 23 years ago. Some of her Grand Children gathered here on her porch steps for this photo. The photo was taken after the funeral, and it would be the last time that all of us would be together. I must confess that I was a little concerned about the load limit of the steps, but they held up well. 505 East Georgia Avenue, Many, LA
Note: Photo available on Face Book.

The day had been full of mixed emotions and some didn't like the Priest telling us that Leattie had done her suffering here on earth, they didn't think she needed to do any suffering. The best I can remember is that the Priest called her Lettie, instead of Leattie. Lettie being a more familiar name? One family member thought the Priest extended his sermon because the grave diggers were having trouble digging through the tree roots? An Easter Candle was still in church and the Priest mentioned that it was a new candle and symbolized a new life or rebirth for Ma Maw. I was very happy to see all of the cousins and wanted to spend some time with them. I wasn't sure how we could do this?

We were then told that the Congregation of St. John's had prepared a meal for us in the Church Hall. The meal was excellent and we all had a bit of time to visit.
I will always be thankful to the Parishioners of St. John's for their thoughtfulness on this occasion.

The evening was now upon us and a LENGTHY discussion was about to ensue. Mom, Dad, Uncle Andrew, Stephen and I wanted to stay at Ma Maw's house. The others were undecided, after a LENGTHY debate and much discussion a decision was finally made! My other immediate family members headed down to Toro Hills/Emerald Hills across from Hodges Garden's. Dad: " Whistle, whistle, whistle, damn; great day alive; cream in the air! I am glad that is over with!" Well it wasn't quite over with.

Uncle Andrew was pretty much deaf as a result of WWII, and he liked to talk. Most of us were ready for bed except for Uncle Andrew. Mom and dad had pretty much gotten into bed and Uncle Andrew was talking to Stephen. Stephen was heading towards his bed and Uncle Andrew followed him and was still talking as Stephen slipped under the covers. I was doing my best to keep out of site but remained close enough to enjoy the entertainment. Dad once more had a comment: "Hey Greg, Is Uncle Andrew going to tell Stephen a bed time story? Greg: " I think so dad." I think dad and I both had tears coming out of our eyes by this point. Sorry brother Steven!

We miss you Ma Maw!