Elizabeth Elaine Davis born Virginia Irene Waldrop, fondly known to her family and friends as “Nanny Elaine”, embarked on life’s journey September 19th, 1931. She was born to Frank Trainer Waldrop and Pearl Kathrine Newcomb Waldrop in Trenton, KY.
Her earthly journey came to a peaceful close on January 17, 2025 at a graceful 93 years young. She was preceded in death by her father, mother, her adoptive parents, Rev. John A Davis and Velma Louise Davis along with her 13 brothers and sisters.
Elaine is survived by daughters Lanelle McCully, Dena Kasimira, Paula Bradford (Bill), and son David Keen (Vickie) in addition to 5 grandsons, 3 granddaughters, several great-grandchildren, great-great grandchildren, and an extended honorary family she cared for over the years.
Elaine owned several businesses over the years before firmly planting roots fifty years ago in her beloved restaurant, “Elaine’s Cafe “. The café stood across from Fort Campbell between Gates 2 and 3 and for 30 years Nanny Elaine created a haven for service members, their families, and the surrounding communities by providing her customers with bottomless cups of coffee, good home-cooked food, and a place to stop, rest and visit with friends.
Elaine had an endless supply of love and unwavering devotion to the men and women of our armed forces. She welcomed everyone with open arms, a heartfelt smile, a warm cup of coffee or a big glass of iced tea.
Nanny Elaine will be missed by all. Elaine’s care has been entrusted to Phillips-Robinson funeral home and per her request no public services will be held.
Expressions of sympathy may be made in memory of Elaine “Nanny” Davis to the following organizations to honor her love for the men, women and families of our armed forces: Wounded Warrior or the Folds of Honor. To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
This obituary was published by Phillips-Robinson Funeral Home – Nashville Chapel.
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