Arthalia Ridgeway Davis Obituary (1929

Arthalia Ridgeway Davis was born June 6, 1929 in Mount Sterling, Alabama to the late Perkins Ridgeway and the late Delilah Crosby Ridgeway. She was one of 11 children; five sisters: Carrie Allen, Juanita Ridgeway, Velma Harding, Edith Brown, Mildred Fuller and five brothers: James, Dewitt, Primous, Dolan, and Ben Ridgeway. Arthalia, affectionately known as Art, and Mother/Mama Davis is fondly remembered by family members and friends as a kind, caring, loving person with a passion for life which she lived to the fullest, with the utmost dignity. Arthalia lived in Washington, D.C. and Norwalk, CT, before relocating to Bridgeport, CT where she spent the last forty years. She retired as a regional center supervisor for a group home and worked as a physical therapy assistant both for the state of Connecticut. Art took pride in her community and herself, striving for excellence in all that she did. Arthalia was a member of Grace Baptist Church in Norwalk, CT for over thirty years where she served faithfully as a Sunday school teacher. Arthalia became a dedicated member of the New Vision International Ministries (N.V.I.M.). As a charter member of N.V.I.M. she faithfully served as an ordained minister, a member of Children's Church, Pastoral Care and the Missions team. Art was asked to participate on a mission trip to Teupasenti, Honduras, which was a fulfilling and memorable experience. She was an integral part of N.V.I.M. and she was well loved and respected. Arthalia had a great sense of humor, her smile lit up the room and her laugh was infectious. She was well traveled; she loved to experience new places and meet new people. "Mother Davis" never missed an opportunity to witness and share the love of God. She dressed with style and class. She loved to dance, even in her Golden years. She loved music; Gospel, jazz and R&B were her favorites. Arthalia loved God, loved people and she did the work of the Kingdom! She leaves to celebrate her life and cherish her memory, Sister, Mildred Fuller; Son, Leonard Davis; three Grandchildren, Michael Davis, Maggie Davis, and husband Peter Daucsavage; several nieces, nephews, cousins, her beloved New Vision family, and a host of friends. Her legacy will shine bright forever and she will be greatly missed. A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, March 16, 2022 at New Vision International Ministries 35 Benham Ave, Bridgeport, Connecticut 06605 starting at 11:00am. Memorial Service Wednesday, March 16, 2022 11:00 AM New Vision International Ministies 35 Benham Avenue Bridgeport, Connecticut 06605