Diane M. Davis

Diane M. Davis (nee Winfield), 61, of Oyster, Virginia died peacefully at home on Sunday, May 22, 2011. Beloved wife of Bernhardt (Bernie), devoted mother of Bernie and his wife, Melissa (nee Klotz), and the light of her life, her loving granddaughter, Amanda. Predeceased by her parents, John Sr. and Geraldine. Diane is also survived by her brother, John and his wife Carol, as well as many other friends and relatives. Diane was an animal lover who treated her assortment of animals like children. She leaves her dog and four cats and many others who predeceased her. Diane grew up in Pennsville, NJ and moved to West Deptford where she raised her family. She was a secretary in the West Deptford school system until her retirement, at which time she and her husband moved to Oyster where she enjoyed fishing and volunteering at the local church. She was an avid reader and she also enjoyed visiting Atlantic City and Harrington, Delaware to play the slots with her best friend. Memorial services will be held at a later date in New Jersey. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Diane's name to the Make A Wish Foundation of Eastern Virginia, 240 Business Park Dr., Suite 100, Virginia Beach, VA 23462 or the Hospice and Palliative Care of The Eastern Shore, 165 Market Street, Suite #3, Onancock, Virginia 23417. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.doughtyfuneralhome.com. Arrangements made by Wilkins-Doughty Funeral Home in Cape Charles.