Carlile "Carl" B. Davis, 88, passed away November 21, 2024. Born in the old Riverside Hospital, he was raised in the Wythe area of Hampton.  Carl graduated from Hampton High School in 1954 and Washington & Lee University in 1961. He then went on to pursue a career at Newport News Shipbuilding & Drydock Company, from which he retired as a Production Control Planner.

Carl enjoyed volunteering for LifeNet Health and was a longtime poll worker in Williamsburg. He served on the vestry of St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Newport News. He loved his family, his dogs, history, working in the yard, sports, football games and tailgates.

Those left to cherish his memories are his high school sweetheart and wife of 68 years, Victoria Davis; four children, Leslie Cortes (Larry), Lynne Gouger (David), Bill Davis (Carrie), and Scott Davis (Cindy); twelve grandchildren, Justin Cortes, Scott Cortes (Melinda), Claire Cortes Flaherty (Mike), Capers Gouger, Hayes Gouger, William Gouger (Katie), Catherine Davis Ramach (Derek), Grace Davis, Britton Davis, Zach Davis, Tori Davis, and Olivia Newcomb Phaup (Hunter); six great-grandchildren, Hudson, Monroe, Scarlett, Cameron, Madelyn, and Griffin; and a sister Carlette Trent.

The family would like to thank the many caregivers, Medi Hospice Team, and especially thank Ray Johnson for his care, warmth, and dedication.

A memorial service will be held at 1:00 PM on Thursday, December 5, 2024 at St. Stephen's Episcopal Church, Newport News, with Rev. Mark Vance officiating.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to LifeNet Health Foundation.

Arrangements by W. J. Smith & Son Funeral Home.