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Monday, September 22, 2025
Carol Ann Davis
Age: 80
City: Cedar Rapids
Funeral Home
Murdoch Funeral Home & Cremation Service of Marion
Monday, September 22, 2025
Carol Ann Davis
Carol Ann Davis
Cedar Rapids
Carol Ann was born on September 2, 1945, to Kenneth and Bernice (Haines) Davis. She graduated from North High in West Union, IA in 1963 and moved to Manchester, IA to help care for her nephews and niece. In early 1970’s she moved to Cedar Rapids and worked for Collins Radio until her retirement in the early 2000’s. She also worked at Walmart for a few years following her retirement. Throughout her lifetime, Carol enjoyed spending time with her family and her cats, traveling, sewing, bowling, and fishing.
Carol Ann is survived by Sister-in-law Karen Davis of East Troy, WI, nephew George Davis Jr of Palmyra, WI, niece Lori Carty of Ryan, IA, and 6 great-nieces and nephews.
Proceeded in death by Parents Kenneth and Bernice Davis, nephew Rick Davis, brother George Davis Sr.
No services as per Carol Ann’s wishes. A Private family burial at Alpha Cemetery, Alpha, IA on October 5, 2025.
Thank you to the nurses and staff at Evergreen Estates and Unity Point Hospice for the wonderful care and compassion given during her last year with us.