Mary Davidson Obituary Mary Ruth Davidson December 8, 1938 - August 24, 2022 Courtland - Mary Ruth Hughes Davidson, 83, passed away on August 24, 2022 in her home with family by her side. Born in Goochland County, VA, she was a daughter of the late Aubrey Carlyle Hughes and Lacy Bell Carter Hughes. She was preceded in death by her husband, John Stanley Davidson; two sisters, Betty Lou Sharpe and Margaret Payne; and a brother, Carter Hughes. Mary was a graduate of Goochland High School and attended Beaver Dam Baptist Church and Franklin Baptist Church. She was a member of High Street Seniors and Hunterdale Seniors. She enjoyed shopping, taking scenic rides with her daughter, Gwen, and in her most recent years enjoyed spending time at the Outer Banks with her family, especially her grandson, Devin. She also enjoyed for many years traveling to the mountains in the fall, especially the Skyline Drive. Left to cherish her memory are her children, Gregory Madison Davidson of Courtland, Pamela Lynn Haydu (Billy) of Franklin, and Gwen R. Fisher (David) of Courtland; a sister, Vernelle Payne of Goochland; four grandchildren, Jessica and Ashley Haydu and Devin and Ryan Fisher; and a special sister-in-law, Doris Hughes of Goochland. A Funeral Service will be held at 2PM Saturday, August 27, 2022 in Beaver Dam Baptist Church with Rev. Steve Gibson and Rev. Warren Johnson officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8PM Friday in Wright Funeral Home and suggests that memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society. Obituary published on Legacy.com by Wright Funeral Home and Crematory - Franklin on Aug. 25, 2022. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- See also: 1) https://www.wrightfuneralhome.org/obituary/Mary-Davidson 2) https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/name/mary-davidson-obituary?id36332943 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ### Narrative Summary of the Obituary Mary Ruth Hughes Davidson, 83, passed away on 24 August 2022, in Courtland, VA. She was a beloved mother and grandmother, known for her love of shopping and scenic drives. Mary was preceded in death by her husband and several siblings, leaving behind cherished family members. ### Narrative Summary of Funeral Services A funeral service for Mary Ruth Hughes Davidson was held on 27 August 2022. Burial followed in the cemetery of Beaver Dam Baptist Church. The family received friends on the evening of 26 August 2022 at Wright Funeral Home. ### The Edited Obituary Mary Davidson Obituary Mary Ruth Davidson 8 December 1938 - 24 August 2022 Courtland - Mary Ruth Hughes Davidson, 83, passed away on 24 August 2022 in her home with family by her side. Born in Goochland County, VA, she was a daughter of the late Aubrey Carlyle Hughes and Lacy Bell Carter Hughes. She was preceded in death by her husband, John Stanley Davidson; two sisters, Betty Lou Sharpe and Margaret Payne; and a brother, Carter Hughes. Mary was a graduate of Goochland High School and attended Beaver Dam Baptist Church and Franklin Baptist Church. She was a member of High Street Seniors and Hunterdale Seniors. She enjoyed shopping, taking scenic rides with her daughter, Gwen, and in her most recent years enjoyed spending time at the Outer Banks with her family, especially her grandson, Devin. She also enjoyed for many years traveling to the mountains in the fall, especially the Skyline Drive. Left to cherish her memory are her children, Gregory Madison Davidson of Courtland, Pamela Lynn Haydu (Billy) of Franklin, and Gwen R. Fisher (David) of Courtland; a sister, Vernelle Payne of Goochland; four grandchildren, Jessica and Ashley Haydu and Devin and Ryan Fisher; and a special sister-in-law, Doris Hughes of Goochland. A funeral service will be held at 2 PM Saturday, 27 August 2022 in Beaver Dam Baptist Church with Rev. Steve Gibson and Rev. Warren Johnson officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 PM Friday in Wright Funeral Home and suggests that memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society. ### Vital Statistics Summary | Name | Mary Ruth Hughes Davidson | |---------|---------------------------------------| | Age | 83 years | | Birth | 8 December 1938; Goochland County, VA | | Death | 24 August 2022; Courtland, VA | ### Table of Relationships | Name | Relationship | Residence | |----------------------------|---------------------|-----------------------| | Mary Ruth Hughes Davidson | Decedent | Courtland, VA | | John Stanley Davidson | Predeceased Spouse | -- | | Aubrey Carlyle Hughes | Predeceased Parent | -- | | Lacy Bell Carter Hughes | Predeceased Parent | -- | | Gregory Madison Davidson | Child | Courtland, VA | | Pamela Lynn Haydu | Child | Franklin, VA | | Billy Haydu | Child's Spouse | Franklin, VA | | Gwen R. Fisher | Child | Courtland, VA | | David Fisher | Child's Spouse | Courtland, VA | | Vernelle Payne | Sibling | Goochland, VA | | Betty Lou Sharpe | Predeceased Sibling | -- | | Margaret Payne | Predeceased Sibling | -- | | Carter Hughes | Predeceased Sibling | -- | | Jessica Haydu | Grandchild | Unknown | | Ashley Haydu | Grandchild | Unknown | | Devin Fisher | Grandchild | Unknown | | Ryan Fisher | Grandchild | Unknown | | Doris Hughes | Sister-in-law | Goochland, VA | ### Other Relevant Information 1. Mary was a graduate of Goochland High School. 2. She attended Beaver Dam Baptist Church and Franklin Baptist Church. 3. She was a member of High Street Seniors and Hunterdale Seniors. 4. Mary enjoyed shopping and taking scenic rides with her daughter, Gwen. 5. In her most recent years, she enjoyed spending time at the Outer Banks with her family. 6. For many years, she enjoyed traveling to the mountains in the fall, especially the Skyline Drive. ### Publication Details | Place | Name | Date | |----------|-----------------------------------|---------- | | Franklin | Wright Funeral Home and Crematory | 25 August 2022 |