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Obituary for DAVIS


Published in the Albuquerque Journal on Wednesday January 14, 2009

Helen "Eileene" Davis, age 64, of Albuquerque, passed away in her home on January 7, 2009, after a long fought and courageous battle with cancer. Helen is survived by her husband, Parke, of 31 years; daughter Kate Davis-Butters and her husband Nathan Butters; one granddaughter, Kylie Kathryn Butters; two brothers (both residing in England, UK), John Radnor and wife Carol, and Philip Radnor and wife Patricia. She is preceded in death by her parents, Herbert and Helen Radnor. Born in Bellshill, Scotland, on March 23, 1944, as Helen Marian Radnor, Helen lived in the United Kingdom until meeting her husband in 1977. She moved to New Mexico in 1993 and later found work at the U.S. Department of Energy as an administrator. Helen loved her family and friends dearly; she cherished every moment spent with them, especially her granddaughter. Helen was a beloved wife, mother, and grandmother. At her request, cremation has taken place. A Memorial Service will be held Friday, January 16, 2009, 2:00 p.m., at the Sunset Memorial Park Chapel, Albuquerque. Internment will follow. In lieu of flowers, the family has asked that a donation be made in Helen's name to: People Living Through Cancer, 3401 Candelaria NE, Suite A, Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87107.