Eva R.Dugue' Davidson
March 8, 1924 - May 28, 2013
Obituary
EVA RUTH DUGUE’ DAVIDSON
Sunrise: March 8, 1924 Sunset: May 28, 2013
Eva Ruth Dugue’ Davidson was born in New Orleans, Louisiana on March 8, 1924 from the union of Paul L. Dugue’ and Clemence Jones. She was united in holy matrimony to the late David L. Davidson, Jr. for 59 years. Eva departed this life in Seattle, Washington on May 28, 2013.
Eva, affectionately called “Grams” by her family attended Corpus Christi Elementary and St. Mary’s Academy in New Orleans, Louisiana. She attended and completed courses at Strait Business School also in New Orleans, Louisiana.
Eva was a homemaker, exceptional spouse, devoted mother to her children and loving grandmother and great-grandmother. She was a member of Corpus Christi Catholic Church in New Orleans, Louisiana and Our Lady of Mt. Virgin Catholic Church in Seattle, Washington. Eva was a member of the Knights of St. Peter Claver Ladies of Grace Chapter 38, “Our Mother of Africa” and the Knights of St. Peter Claver Ladies Auxiliary Court 218, “Our Lady Seat of Wisdom” in Seattle, Washington.
Eva was the mother of Reginald J. Davidson (Lathenia), Rhonda A. Wilkerson (Perry) and Gaynell T. Walker; Grandmother of Christina N. Spencer, Cerissa L. Douglas (Bryan), Gaynell E. Walker, Erin M. Hocevar (Luka), Kellen A. Walker, Eva A. Walker, Cedric D. Walker, Christopher L. Davidson and Ashley N. Davidson. She was the Great-Grandmother of Aryn R. Spencer.
Eva was preceded in death by her husband, David L. Davidson, Jr., her parents Paul and Clemence Dugue’, her fourteen siblings and daughter-in-law, Lt. Col. Flora Tate-Davidson, United States Air Force. She is survived by her three children, Reginald J. Davidson, Rhonda A. Wilkerson and Gaynell T. Walker, 9 grandchildren, 1 great-granddaughter and a host of nieces, relatives, friends and extended family.
A viewing will be on Friday, June 7th from 2:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. followed by a rosary from 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. at Bonney Watson Funeral Home located at 1732 Broadway, Seattle, Washington 98122. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Saturday, June 8th at 10:00 a.m. at the Church of the Immaculate Conception located at 820 18th Ave., Seattle, Washington 98122. Interment will be Monday, June 10th at 10:15 a.m. at Tahoma National Cemetery located at 18600 SE 240th St, Kent, Washington 98042.
In lieu of flowers, the family request that donations be made in memory of Eva R. Dugue’ Davidson to Overlake Medical Center Foundation, 1035 116th Ave. NE, Bellevue, Washington 98004.
May Jehovah God, the God of All Comfort, be with the Davidson and Dugué families during this time of sorrow. We look forward to the fulfillment of Revelation 21:3, 4 which says: “With that I heard a loud voice from the throne say: ‘Look! The tent of God is with mankind, and he will reside with them, and they will be his peoples. And God himself will be with them. And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away.’”
To: Reggie, Rhonda, Gaynell and Family,
You all have my sincere condolences. Earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal. May God bless and give you all the strength and peace during this difficult time. I love you guys unconditionally!
My prayers are with your family. May the strength that Eva has given you be with you at this time and may the memories help to ease the pain of loss.
I would like to send my condolences to my Daddy and all of his relatives as we mourn the loss of my great aunt. May God,
He Who hears the laments of those who are overtaken by grief,
the Hearer of prayers,
the One Who will resurrect us,
the Best of helpers,
the One Who is absolutely aware of the needs of His servants,
the Remover of harm and suffering,
the Eliminator of troubles and worries,
the Remover of sorrow and anxieties,
He Who is compassionate to those who suffer in agony and shed tears,
He Who hears the cry of those who cry out,
He Who comforts souls in times of sorrow and grief,
He Who transforms sadness to relief and joy,
provide us with strength during this time.
– Ruhuna Fatiha
Dear Reggie, Rhonda and Gaynell,
Your mother was such a wonderful lady. We will always remember the 50th wedding anniversary party where she was dressed in her elegant gown and wide-brimmed bonnet as she danced the night away with Mr. Davidson. The love and happiness in their eyes filled the room. She will be remembered with fondness and love.