Eileen L. Davis

Eileen L. Davis, age 102 and 8 months, passed away peacefully March 20, 2025. She was predeceased by her husband of 74 years, Millard M. “Dave” Davis. Eileen was the daughter of the late Gilbert Alexander Wadsworth and Effie Viola Forsha. She was the second of their 7 children. Eileen was born in Derry, PA, but the family was moved to Johnstown, PA so all the children could graduate from high school, and they did. Shortly after graduation, Eileen moved to Elkton, MD to find employment at the Triumph Explosive Industries where she packed powder into 20mm cartridges. She then moved to Wilmington, DE to find work at the Dravo Shipyard, and eventually went to Electric Hose and Rubber Co. to work, where she met her husband, Millard “Dave” Davis. Eileen and Dave were avid square dancers for many years and were very accomplished dancers. They were members of Circle Four, and traveled many years to the annual dance conventions. Eileen was an excellent seamstress, making most of her square dance dresses and his tie to match. She also did embroidery, and needlepoint, and created many pictures. Eileen worked with Dave as Secretary and Treasurer at the company he had, Davis Rubber Products, after he retired from Electric Hose and Rubber Company. Family and friends are invited to join in a celebration of Eileen’s life on Monday, April 28 at the Christiana Presbyterian Church, 15 North Old Baltimore Pike, Christiana, DE 19702, where she was a member for over 70 years. Visitation will begin at 11:00 AM with the service to follow at 12 PM. Burial will take place privately at the Christiana Presbyterian Cemetery. The family is greatly indebted to the aides and nurses at Paramount Senior Living who took such special care of her. We are also grateful to the Compassionate Care Hospice staff that took care of Eileen, and to the many friends who continued to visit her. Eileen is survived by her son, T.W. Davis and his wife Amy, and several beloved nieces and nephews, and great nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Eileen’s memory to the Christiana Presbyterian Church, 15 N. Old Baltimore Pike, Christiana, DE 19702. For directions or to send an online condolence please visit www.stranofeeley.com

Eileen L. Davis

July 13, 1922 - March 20, 2025

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