Davis H. Craven

Davis Hewlett Craven passed away peacefully at the age of 83 on January 3, 2022 after a short stay at the Annapolitan Assisted Living in Annapolis, MD. Davis was born on April 7, 1938 in South Bend, Indiana. He lived with his parents and three siblings in Mishakawa, Indiana until he enlisted in the US Navy after high school. He served between 1956-1958. After attending Duke University and George Washington University, Davis became the owner-operator of a marina in Deale, Maryland. Davis loved boats and became an expert in everything related to boat engines. He ended his career as one of five US representatives for Lehman Diesel Engines. He was always available to share with his friends and neighbors his vast knowledge of motors. Davis had a bright and inquisitive mind, loved to read and discuss books and newspaper articles, and had a great sense of humor. He loved nature and was an avid-bird watcher. In 1971, Davis married the love of his life, Judy Lindsay of Port Perry, Canada. Together they enjoyed life in Deale and later West River, MD. Both loved dogs and devoted their later life to dog-sitting for their neighbors and family. Sadly, Judy passed away on June 24, 2012, after a courageous battle with ALS. In addition to his wife, Davis was predeceased by his parents, Frederic and Marilou Craven, and by his sister, Susan Craven Potts (Joe), of Scottsdale, AZ. He is survived by his brother, Tom Craven (Francine) of Philadelphia, PA; his sister, Ann Craven Yeoman of Houston, TX; and his brother-in-law, Joseph Potts of Scottsdale, AZ. Also missing "Uncle Dave" are his nephews and nieces; Jennifer Potts of Scottsdale, AZ; Frank Craven (Kristin) of Royersford, PA; Caroline "Carrie" Yeoman Gill of Bryan, TX; Christopher Yeoman (Liz) of Cedar Park, TX; and Sarah Yeoman Bauguss (Jeff) of Fulshear, TX. Missing him as well are his grand-nephews and nieces; Bennett and Nathan Solliday; Morgan and Olivia Craven; Hannah Gill; Megan, Clayton, and Jayden Yeoman; Tyler and Ryan Bauguss; and his cousins, Catharine Acker Vaughan, Barbara Acker, and James Acker. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the ALS Association DC-MD-VA Chapter, 30 W. Gude Dr., Suite 150, Rockville, MD 20850. Plans for a Celebration of Life are postponed for now due to the upsurge in Covid cases.

Davis H. Craven

April 7, 1938 - January 3, 2022