"To Eileen's Husband and Family, I met Eileen for the first time in February of 2004. As my Rehab Nurse after my heart surgery. Answered all my questions, about why my recovery was so slow and explained to me that since I was a smoker before the surgery it would take longer and also I was to impatient in waiting on mother nature. I am so privilege to have met her and I enjoyed discussing local politics with her so much I did the maintenance program after rehab. Since I have an insurance office on the Square in Clarinda, I put things in my office window to help promote what she was doing, my polite way of saying thank you to her. I quit going to Maintenace rehab in the fall of 2005 and heard somebody else was doing the rehab. I didn't know if she was reassigned or what. I still have my Rehab Graduation picture with her in one of my office cases and it will stay there. I still have trouble not smoking but their have been times when I reach for one and see that picture, I can see her and hear her chewing me out for smoking. Even though only knowing her for a little over a year she will remain in my memory for the rest of my life. God bless and I am Deeply Sorry for your loss."
In loving memory of
Eileen Davey
July 26, 2007
Elizabeth Eileen Davey, daughter of James Francis and Elizabeth Ann (Shay) Tray, was born on March 18, 1953, in Ottumwa, Iowa. She passed away unexpectedly on July 23, 2007, in Rochester, Minnesota at the age of 54.
Eileen's early years were spent growing up in Ottumwa where she attended school through the 11th grade. Before her senior year, the family moved to Shenandoah, Iowa. She graduated from Shenandoah High School with the Class of 1971. Following graduation Eileen attended Iowa Tech Community College and received an A. A. Degree in Nursing in 1973. She returned to Shenandoah upon completion of her degree. On September 15, 1979, Eileen was united in marriage to Jim Davey in Omaha, Nebraska. Following their marriage they resided in Omaha until moving to Douglas, Wyoming in 1981. In 1984, they moved to Houston, Texas before returning back to Shenandoah in 1993. Eileen spent 34 years as an RN in various positions at hospitals in Ottumwa, Shenandoah, Omaha, Douglas, WY, Huntsville, TX, Spring, TX, and Clarinda, IA. Her last position was as Director of the Cardiac Rehabilitation Unit at Clarinda Regional Health Center. She retired due to her disability in January of 2006.
Eileen was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church, the American Legion Auxiliary, Red Cross Bloodmobile, Red Hat Society and Clarinda Regional Hospital Auxiliary. She enjoyed reading, watching Wheel of Fortune, gardening, walking and volunteering her time to worthy causes.
Preceding her in death were her father, James Francis Tray and son, Michael Damian Davey. Survivors include her husband Jim Davey of Shenandoah, IA; sons, Kevin Davey and Brian Davey, both of Broomfield, CO; daughter, Lauren Davey of Shenandoah, IA; mother, Mickey Tray of Shenandoah, IA; two sisters, Mary Frances Stransky and husband Tim of Cheyenne, WY, and their daughters Erin and Megan and Jennifer Harrington and husband Ron of Flemingsburg, KY, and their daughters, Shannon and Emily; four brothers, Tom Tray and wife Debbie of Seabrook, TX, and their children Matthew and Caitlin, Chris Tray and wife Krystal of Columbia, MO, and their children Ryan and Allison; Timothy Tray and wife Kathy of Round Rock, TX, and Patrick Tray of Columbia, MO; brother-in-law, Bob Davey and wife Patti of Naperville, IL, and their children Brad and Erin; other relatives and many friends.
Mass of Christian Burial was held Thursday, July 26, 2007 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Shenandoah, Iowa. Celebrant for the service was Father Vern Smith. Lector was Tim Fursa. Altar servers were Coleman and Hannah Dailey. Song leader, Sue Hanna, was accompanied by Mary Beth Gowing. Eucharistic Ministers were Kathy Regan, Rachel Dailey, Tom Hanna, Vaugh Livingston and Dr. Janet Bumgarner. Gift bearers were Bob, Patti and Erin Davey. Emily Meyer and Cathy Ballain attended the memory register. Ushers were Tony Ballain and Laddie Kostel. Casket bearers were Mike Meyer, Dale Herbstritt, Brad Davey, Chris Tray, Patrick Tray, Tim Stransky, Tom Tray, Timothy Tray and Ron Harrington. Interment was in Rose Hill Cemetery in Shenandoah, Iowa. Memorials are being directed to the Eileen Davey Memorial Fund. Hackett-Livingston Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.
Tributes
"I was very sorry to read in the Ottumwa Courier the death of Eileen. Eileen and I were very best friends at one time. Unfortunately, we separated, and I do not really know why. I saw Eileen again once after that, during one of our past class reunions, but was never really able to reinitiate our friendship. Please accept my deepest condolences and know that my prayers are with you and your family. Keveen Elizabeth (Wells) Krieger"
"Jim, I am very sad to hear of your wife's passing. If there is anything that Tera or I can do for you, please do not hesitate to ask. We are here for you."
"Jim and family, I was deeply saddened to hear the news about Eileen. I am sorry I was not able to attend her services. Please accept my deepest and heartfelt condolances. You and your family are in my prayers. LM"
"Dear Jim and Family, So sorry to hear of Eileen. She was a wonderful nurse and a very kind person. We will keep you all in our prayers."
"Jim, You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. Darwin and Sandy"
"Jennifer, Ron & Family You are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Marsha Mitchell Fleming County Hospital "
"Jennifer, Ron and Girls: I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. "
"So Sorry for your loss. I knew Eileen from Cardiac Rehab, we went to national convention in Minneapolis together a couple of years ago. We also met periodically with other Southwest Iowa Cardiac Rehab Programs. She was always the 'life of the party' with her unique wit and was very dedicated to her patients. She always talked with love about her family, God bless Becky Paxton, Afton Iowa"
"Jim and Lauren, I am so saddened about Eileen's passing. I didn't know her condition was as severe as it was. I'll be keeping the both of you in my thoughts and prayers. Lauren, in case no one has told you, you do have your mom's looks and beauty! May God Bless you during this difficult time and may the good Lord provide Eileen with peace in Heaven."
"Our sincere sympathy to all of you. It's always hard to lose a loved one. We are thinking of you. Ken & Shelley Armstrong & family Pat & Seana Perkins Bob & Mary Perkins & Shannon Bill Perkins' children"
"Eileen was a beautiful and well respected woman. I wish you all peace, comfort and happiness. "
"Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at your time of loss."
"I WORKED WITH EILEEN FOR SEVERAL YEARS AT THE HOSPITAL IN CLARINDA. WE WERE BASEMENT BUDDIES. SHE WAS A WONDERFUL PERSON AND CO-WORKER. I HAVE NEVER KNOWN ANYONE WHO LOVED HER FAMILY AS MUCH AS SHE DID. YOU GUYS WERE SO LUCKY TO HAVE HER IN YOUR LIFE. GOD BLESS YOU ALL, WE WILL KEEP YOU IN OUR PRAYERS. LOVE, SHANEY BERGREN CLARINDA"
"I am so sorry for your loss. May God give you peace at this difficult time. My prayers are with you. Nancy (Severns) Burkhart"
"Please accept our deepest sympathies for your loss. The Diaz & Dyer family"
"Dear Jim & family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you in the loss of Eileen. She was a wonderful and loving person with a heart of gold. Eileen was a special friend to my mother, Dorothea Grant, and we will always remember her kindness to others. Eileen will be missed by all who loved her dearly and her beautiful smile. Elaine, Randy, Ross & Kayla Farwell"
"Words cannot begin to express how sad we are with the loss of our dear Eileen. She was one of a kind. She brightened up any room she entered and touched the hearts of all she knew. She was my best friend. I will miss her terribly. "
"To the family of Eileen Davey, It is with deepest sympathy that I offer sincere condolances for the family of Eileen Davey. I will always remember her as a really great human being. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Godspeed, Al Greener Louisville, KY"
"To the Davey family, So sorry to hear of your loss. Please accept my condolences. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Sincerely, Doris Sandquist"