Carrie Bell Davis, 88, was born in Abbeville, Alabama to the late Marcus Jordan Fields and Annie Bell Green Fields on June 4, 1937. She was the second of 13 children born to this union. She was called home on March 26, 2026. Carrie was preceded in death by her parents; four sisters, Annie Laura Culver, Bettye Lou Moore, Nettie Wise Owens and Mattie Lee Brooks; one brother, Orange Henry Fields; her beloved husband Willie Fred Davis and her grandson Merlin Hayes Jr.

Carrie accepted Christ at an early age and was baptized into fellowship as a member of Mount Olive Baptist Church in Abbeville, Alabama.

After graduation she journeyed to New York with her Aunt Roberta Fields, in pursuit of opportunity.

At age 16 years old, she met Willie Fred Davis, her high school sweetheart, while attending Henry County Training School. Their love remained strong despite distance and he later sent for her to come to Cleveland, Ohio to be married. Carrie was united in Holy Matrimony to Willie Fred Davis on May 23, 1959. To this union five children were born, Michelle, Lynell, Frederick, Kressia and Crystal. Together they built a beautiful life raising their children. While their roots trace back to Abbeville, Alabama, their legacy was built across both Cleveland, Ohio and Kansas City, Missouri. Their family continued to grow in both places, welcoming grandchildren and eventually great grandchildren. Kansas City became home while Cleveland remained an important part of the foundation of their family and legacy.

Throughout her life, she carried a strong work ethic and a spirit of service. During her time in Cleveland, Ohio, she worked at Cleveland Clinic as an Environmental Specialist, where she took pride in creating clean, safe spaces for patients and staff.

After relocating to Kansas City, she continued her work at Farmland Industries, remaining dedicated and committed until her retirement at the age of 50. Her years of service reflected her resilience, discipline and the pride she took in everything she did.

After settling in Kansas City, Missouri, she found her church home at Mount Pleasant Missionary Baptist Church. She served faithfully as a Deaconess, lifted her voice as a member of the choir and supported others as a prayer warrior. Her faith was a guiding light in her life and she poured that love into everyone around her.

Affectionally known as Granny or Gran, Carrie Bell Davis was a woman of wisdom, grace and unwavering faith. She was a true matriarch, a devoted wife, loving mother and cherished grandmother, who took care of everyone with a heart full of love. God was always at the center of her life, guiding her spirit and the way she poured into others. She had a natural ability to connect with people, never meeting a stranger and forming meaningful bonds wherever she went. Her presence was both powerful and gentle - poised, elegant and deeply feminine, yet strong in a way that commanded respect and admiration. She could light up any room with her warmth, her smile and even her playful ways.

She found joy in music, song and movement – whether singing, dancing or simply letting the rhythm move her soul. Her love, her spirit and the way she carried herself, left a lasting imprint on everyone she encountered. She was not only the heart of her family, but a source of strength, love and guidance for generations.

She has now reunited with her beloved husband, Willie Fred Davis in eternal peace.

Carrie Bell Davis leaves to cherish her many loving and cherished memories: her children, Michelle Hayes (late Merlin Sr.), Lynell Davis, Fredrick Davis (Nina), Kressia Davis-Phillips (Craig), Crystal Robinson (James Jr.), her loving sister, Dr. Juanita Witherspoon (Dr. James Witherspoon), her special children who she lovingly embraced as her own, Claudette Farmer, LaResa Jackson, Andrea Butts and Derek Morris; along with a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and dear friends.

Poem

"I'm Doing Quite Well"

Don't grieve for me, I'm resting now,

At peace where God has called me home.

My work is done, my soul is free,

But my love will forever roam.

If you should think of me today,

Don't let your heart feel pain or fall

Just smile and say "How sweet it is,"

For I gave my love to all.

And if you wonder how I am,

As you wipe your tears away

Just hear my voice, so soft and still...

"I'm doing quite well," I'd say.