Vera Mae (Anderson) Davis, 94, of Excelsior Springs, passed away on December 13, 2024 after a long and fulfilling life.
Vera was born on October 26, 1930, in Pleasant Valley, MO. She was the daughter of Robert Fulton and Beulah (Tipton) Anderson. She graduated from Liberty High School in 1948. After high school she worked briefly for AT&T as a switchboard operator, then worked as a clerk typist for Mobil Oil for 10 years. She went on to work in Accounting at TWA for a 27-year career. While at TWA, she made lifelong friends and traveled the world having many unforgettable adventures. Upon retiring from TWA, Vera traveled extensively, as well as created stained glass treasures which she sold at craft shows for many years. Vera loved animals, especially her Pomeranians, Teddy Bear, Andy, Precious, Mitzie and Mickey.
Vera married the love of her life, William “Bill” Davis in 1963. During their 36 years of marriage, they enjoyed life to the fullest, traveling whenever they would get the chance.
She is survived by 16 nieces and nephews, Alan (Susan) Pettet, Terri Sloan, Brad (Cheryl) Pettet, Brian Pettet, Bill and Joni Lance, George (Ellen) Lance, Gary Lance, Jeff Lance, Craig Lance, Peggy (Bob) Rebolledo, Mark (Becky) Presko, Nick (Kasie) Presko, Calen Anderson, Shannon Anderson and Kelly Anderson.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Bill Davis; parents, Robert and Beulah Anderson; sisters, Betty Lance, Eileen Pettet, and Helen Kathleen Presko; brothers, Paul Anderson and Jack Anderson; and her nieces and nephews, Connie Pettet, Robert Pettet, Dale Pettet and Lisa Boley.
Graveside services will be held at a later date at Crown Hill Cemetery in Excelsior Springs. In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to Pisgah Baptist Church in Excelsior Springs, MO.
Vera’s legacy of love, integrity, devotion to God and her adventurous spirit will endure through the many lives she has touched. She will be deeply missed by her family, friends and all who knew her.
Arrangements are in care of Bross & Spidle Funeral Home, Excelsior Springs.
