Thomas E. Davis

Thomas Edger Davis of Reading passed away in the early morning hours of Monday, May 16, 2016 at Lahey Hospital in Burlington. He was 62 years of age. Tommy was granted his angel wings after a long battle with numerous health problems. He was peacefully surrounded by his his loving family.

Born on March 2nd, 1954 in Winchester, Thomas was the loving son of the late Edgar J. Davis and Katherine M. (Byrne) Davis. Thomas was a warm and caring son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, uncle, cousin & friend. He will be deeply missed by all who loved and knew him.

From Tommy's early years at Washington Park with the neighborhood kids, to high school sports, and later playing softball; he was a great teammate and friend for life to all he played with. Tommy's love of sports wasn't just in playing them; he was a diehard New England fan. He will bring a smile to the faces of all whom had the honor of calling him teammate or friend when they think of Him.

Tommy moved from the Reading area to Newburyport when he found the love of his life. There he became not only a dedicated husband but a loving father and grandfather. He made every effort to be available to his family for any of their needs and was always in the stands for the kids' games and events, building memories and foundations with them that they will carry on throughout their years.

Tommy will be remembered by those who knew him for his love of life. His smile was contagious, and his laughter infectious. He glided through life with the utmost respect for others.


Thomas was the beloved husband of Sue (Engstrom) Davis. He was the devoted father of Duane Clarke, Jason Clarke and wife Gioia, and Janna Clarke. The cherished grandfather of Ashton, Jason, and Kaylan. Thomas was the dear brother to John Davis and wife Shirley and Edgar Davis. He was the loving uncle of Donna and Johnny and also cousin of Janice Thomson.

Family and friends are cordially invited to gather and share memories with the Family on Sunday May 22nd from 2-6pm at the Doherty-Barile Family Funeral Home, 11 Linden St. READING. Parking attendants and ramped entrance are available.

Please honor Thomas by making donations in his memory to the American Diabetes Association 10 Speen St. 2nd Floor Framingham, Massachusetts, 01701 or by visiting www.diabetes.org.