Thomas Edward Davis

Thomas Edward Davis, 83, of New Carlisle, Indiana, passed away Thursday, July 11, 2024 at his home.

He was born May 11, 1941 in La Porte, Indiana, the son of Merle Davis and Joyce Elizabeth (Jones) Davis-Rea.

On August 26, 1961, in Michigan City, IN, Thomas married Irene Maybell Payne, who preceded him in death. He was also preceded in death by his parents; sister, Jane Bailey; brother, Robert Rae and his beloved dogs, Bugaboo and Sweetie.

Thomas is survived by his only son, Thomas E Davis of Michigan City, IN; brother, Frank (Carol) Davis of New Carlisle, IN; two sisters, Donna Brown of New Carlisle, IN, Diana Davis Blair of Mill Creek, IN; two grandchildren, Dominic and Jacob and several nieces and nephews.

A lifelong resident of the area, Thomas was a member of the United States Army, serving in Germany. He was a truck driver and proud member of the Teamsters Local 142. Thomas began working as a tree trimmer, eventually retiring in 1985 with Waste Management in Michigan City. He was an avid "car guy", owning many classic cars, including a '36 Ford and was a member of the Michigan City Car Club, attending as many car shows as he could. Throughout his life, Tom was known as a prankster, with a fantastic sense of humor. He was an incredibly generous man who made sure his family was well cared for - his son was his life and he adored spending time with his grandchildren. Life was precious to Thomas and he lived it to the fullest.

Arrangements are being entrusted to Haverstock Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 602 Maple Ave., La Porte, IN where the family will receive friends for a visitation on Friday, July 19, 2024 from 10:00 a.m. until service time at noon, with Pastor Dan Drake, 1st Baptist Church of Denham, IN, officiating. Interment will follow at the Swan Lake Cemetery, Michigan City, IN. All times are central time.

Because Thomas cared about animals, memorial contributions may be made in his name to the La Porte Small Animal Shelter, 2855 IN-2, La Porte, IN 46350.

 Online condolences may be made at www.haverstockfuneralhome.com.