Master Jeremiah Donovan Davis

Jeremiah's Life: Jeremiah Donovan Davis was born on Friday, August 30, 2002 in Southfield, Michigan at Providence Hospital to the union of Steven Davis and Cassandra Davis. He departed this life on Tuesday, November 26, 2013, at Children’s Hospital in Detroit, Michigan. Jeremiah attended David Ellis Academy West in Redford, Michigan from kindergarten through fourth grade. While there, he was an honor roll student, a “High Achiever” on the Michigan Educational Assessment Program (MEAP) test and a winner at a math fest. He was one of four students who won a limousine ride from the academy to McDonald's and back to the academy for being a top seller for their school’s fund-raising project. He also played the drums while in the band. Jeremiah graduated his fifth grade year from Beech Elementary and served as a “Safety Boy” and was in the choir. He was currently attending Hilbert Middle School for his sixth grade year. Because he loved school, he had perfect attendance. He played clarinet at Hilbert in the school band, loved the jazzy tone. Jeremiah was recognized with honorable mention for the following: Certificate of Appreciation from Detroit Area Pre-College Engineering Program (DAPCEP) / U of D Mercy for his successful completion; Certificate of Award from DAPCEP Forensic Crime Stoppers / U of D Mercy for his hard work, personal dedication, and enthusiasm; a Certificate of Achievement from TOOKS’ Karate Academy for achieving the rank of 2nd Level Green Belt; Certificate of Completion from Beech Elementary School. He also played baseball (Minor B) for the Redford Little League. He received certificates for (SEEK) 'Summer Engineering Experience for Kids' and was a Southfield Beechwood summer camp participant. Jeremiah set high goals for himself and planned to attend the University of Michigan to study law. Although his mother’s insights were set on him becoming a doctor, he was very adamant about becoming an attorney. He was an avid U of M fan and was often seen wearing clothing in support of his team. He enjoyed going to movies, playing video games, playing sports. He loved to travel to Cleveland, Ohio every year to visit his Ohio family and loved family reunions. Favorite artists, Kirk Franklin “Smile” and Tye Tribett “I've Got the Victory” since birth. Jeremiah was a member of Greater Grace Temple Taylor and was christened at six weeks old by Bishop Gary Harper, Pastor. He was active in the Youth Choir and the Chosen Children’s Ministry and always carried his Bible to church. He attended Vacation Bible School from preschool to 11 years of age at El Bethel Church and won a $50 gift card for winning a Bible quiz game. He also participated in the Hallelujah Harvest at Rosedale Park Baptist Church. Every night Jeremiah would lead his mother and grandmother in reciting the Lord’s Prayer. He touched the lives of many people with his smile, his dimples and his vibrant personality.

Master Jeremiah Donovan Davis

August 30, 2002 - November 26, 2013