Barbara B. Davis
PORTLAND – Barbara B. Davis, born on March 12, 1928, in Portland, passed away on Nov. 21, 2025, at the age of 97.
Barbara was the daughter of late Kohler and Louisa (Brewer) Bradbury.
Barbara graduated from Deering High School, Class of 1946. She retired from Bank of Boston in 1993. She was an active member of Clark Memorial United Methodist Church and enjoyed family get togethers and church gatherings.
Barbara was predeceased by her husband, Bradford H. Davis; her brother, Barton W. Bradbury, his wife Ilene; and her companion, Carl P. Baade, Jr.
Barbara is survived by her daughter, Virginia L. McQuaig and her husband, Michael of Longmont, Colo., three sons, D. Raymond Davis III of Portland, Bradford H. Davis, Jr. and his wife Nancy of Jensen Beach, Fla., and Dana S. Davis of Portland. She is also survived by six grandchildren, Amanda, Vanessa, Michael, Mark, Matthew, and Marlin; four great-grandchildren, Brandon, Carmin, Quinnton, and Jude.
At Barbara’s request, there will be no funeral. Burial will be at Grove Cemetery in Freeport, at a later date.
If desired, memorial contributions may be made to:
Family Promise
22 Pleasant Ave.
Portland, ME 04103
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