Phyllis Fuess Davidson

Phyllis Jean Davidson, 82, of Newnan, Georgia, and Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, died Saturday, March 15, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. Phyllis was born November 21, 1942, in Carlinville, Illinois, to the late Walter and Ella Fuess. She was preceded in death by her husband, Davey Lee Davidson. Phyllis fought hard against lung cancer utilizing a research cancer treatment, yet she was unable to overcome the terrible disease. She is survived by her son Todd Davidson and his wife Tanya Adderson-Davidson, grandson Teagan Xander Davidson, sister Susan Curry (husband Dan Curry), niece Ruth Curry, nephew Matthew Curry (wife Macailagh and son Cooper), niece Mary Gwen Curry, and nephew Andrew Curry. Phyllis graduated from Carlinville High School in 1960 and from Illinois State University in 1964 with a degree in health and physical education. She began her career as a physical education teacher at Hinsdale High School in Hinsdale, Illinois. She met her mate Davey in 1965, and they were married July 15, 1967. After the birth of their son, she dedicated her time as a mother and a community helper through her church. In 1990, she and Davey established the James E. and Robbye Garret Scholarship, providing financial aid to many deserving students. She and Davey relocated to Newnan after his retirement, where she had numerous opportunities to pursue her many hobbies. She was known to play a fierce game of bridge and was a spirited and dedicated St. Louis Cardinals fan. Her unquenchable fandom would take her to Jupiter, Florida for the Cardinals' spring training every year. Her days each spring were spent in the pursuit of autographs and the chance to talk to her favorite players. She loved being a grandmother and enjoyed entertaining her sister and her nieces and nephews (and many of their friends) in Florida. Condolences can be expressed online at www.mckoon.com. The memorial service is Friday, April 4th, at 2p.m. at Christ Our Shepard Lutheran Church, 101 N. Peachtree City, GA 30269 with Pastor Weise officiating. A reception will follow at the White Oak Golf Club, 141 Clubview Dr, Newnan, GA 30265. In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests memorial contributions to the James E. Garret Scholarship Fund: P.O. Box 190, Vega TX 79092. McKoon Funeral Home & Crematory, Newnan, GA (770) 253-4580.

Phyllis Fuess Davidson

November 21, 1942 - March 15, 2025