Evelyn Lee Davis

Evelyn Lee Davis, 93, passed away Monday, May 5, 2025 in Urbandale, Iowa.

Evelyn was born on July 17, 1931 to Leland and Mabel (Wolfe) Highland in Des Moines, Iowa. As a life-long resident of the Des Moines area, she retired after a career working in the life insurance business. She was married to Wallace R. Davis until his passing. Evelyn enjoyed dancing, music, sports and travel. Maintaining her independence was important to her as well as keeping close to her family and her faith values.

She is survived by her nieces and nephews, Debra Shepard, Jeff Thomas, Mark (Natalie) Johnson, John (Lisa) Johnson and Jennifer (Chris) Bell; 10 great-nieces and nephews; four great-great nieces and nephews; grandchildren, Jolene (Dan) Mears, Steven (Sandy) Freytag, Bridget (Garry) Schick, Trey (Carrie) Jones; 14 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; and son-in-law, Bob Jones.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Wallace “Butch” Davis; sisters, Mildred, Beverly, and Shirley; nephew, James Thomas; daughters, Bonnie Crow and Becky Jones; and companion, Chuck Hiller.

A graveside service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, May 19, 2025 at Resthaven Cemetery in West Des Moines, Iowa.

Memorial contributions may be directed to St. John’s Lutheran Church Fine Arts.

Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.

Print