Margie Elaine (Schulz) Davis, 81, of Riverside, MI passed away February 11, 2021 at Caretel Inns of Lakeland in St. Joseph, MI. Arrangements have been entrusted to Purely Cremations-Starks Family Funeral Homes. Margie was born October 30, 1939 in Benton Harbor, MI to William and Olga (Fredricks) Schulz. She grew up in Benton Harbor with her 5 siblings. She attended Trinity Lutheran School and later Benton Harbor High School, graduating from Benton Harbor High School in 1957.
She met the love of her life, Jerry Davis, while still in school. They were married September 12, 1959 at Trinity Lutheran Church in St. Joseph, MI. She worked various jobs, most recent at Tri-County Bookkeepers in Benton Harbor, MI.
She and Jerry settled in Riverside in 1964, where she resided until her death.
Being a cancer survivor, Margie was active in the Relay for Life as a member of the Chemosabies. She loved researching genealogy for the Schulz, Fredricks and Davis families, attending school functions for her grandchildren, going to see her son, Jeff, play drums in his bands and working in her yard and flower gardens, She also enjoyed an occasional margarita, which became known as a “marge-a-rita”. She was always up for an adventure!
Margie is survived by three children, Larry Davis of Coloma, Jeff (Suzette) Davis of Eau Claire and Suzanne (Jeff) Culby of Riverside; eight grandchildren, Nathan (Mikayla) Davis of Paw Paw, Haley (Greg Hunt) Davis of Eau Claire, Skylaar Davis of Eau Clarie, Kirstin Davis of St. Joseph, Devin (Lindsey) Davis of Coloma, Rachael (Bryce) Thomas of Coloma, Taylor (Max
Powell) Culby of Coloma and Spencer Culby of Lansing; six great-grandchildren, Jaxton, Kasyn, Shiloh, Ryder, Gregory and Adalyn; siblings, William (Dara) Schulz of Benton Harbor, Ronald (Sue) Schulz of Berrien Springs, Susan Schulz of Berrien Springs, brother-in-law Robert Bly of Berrien Springs and her kitty, Stinker.
Margie was preceded in death by her husband, Jerry (2009); parents; sisters, Betty (Herbert) Zech, Nancy Bly and infant sister Ruth Schulz.
Per Margie’s wishes no service has been planned. A graveside gathering will be held at a later date for family and friends.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks memorial donations be made to the American Cancer Society or the Humane Society of Berrien County.
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Freddy and Ann Cruz
Our condolences on your loss of this beautiful lady. Our thoughts and prayers go out for your family.
Skylaar
Thank you it’s very appreciated!!
Dennis Cayo
So very sorry to hear of the loss of your dear mother and mother in law. Such a loss as this is so hard. You have our deepest sympathy and we will continue to remember you with prayers in the days and weeks ahead. With sincere sympathy, Dennis and Sharon Cayo
Caryl Fogarty
To the entire Davis family, my thought and prayers are with you. I know I haven’t been there much lately but you are all my family and have been for years. My heart breaks for you all. Love and hugs.
Marie Amodeo-Berg
Dear Sue & family,
Your mother was a beautiful woman.
So sorry for your loss,
May she Rest In Peace 🙏❤️😔
Rhonda VanHorn Cathey
So very sorry! Prayers to the Davis family!
Kurt and kaye krieger
My heart is simply broken… the best hugger, dancer, band groupie for Jeff, first person to hug ya at church… a true Angel!! Now she’s dancing in Heaven with Jerry and I’m sure she’s got the biggest aAngel Wings EVER!! I love you all… Rest in Heaven Momma Margie!! You will be forever missed!!! God Bless you all !! Love my Davis family!!!