Dawn M Davis

East Palestine-November 16, 2009-Dawn M. Davis, age 41, a long time East Palestine resident, passed away at the Cleveland Clinic on Monday, November 16, 2009 at 1:15 pm after a long and determined battle with complications from a stem cell transplant she underwent in July 2009.

Dawn was born in East Liverpool, OH on December 8, 1967. She was the second child of Carl and Lynda Britton Barnett and had lived in this area all of her life. Besides her parents, she is survived by her two children, Benjamin Davis and Madison Bieber both of East Palestine; her two sisters Laura Pike, of Tamworth, New Hampshire, and Rae Morgan, of Toledo, OH. She is beloved by her niece, Heather and her nephews, Harry and Ethan. Throughout her recent illness, Dawn was supported by her Aunt and Uncle, Mary Anne and Larry Britton and family, and many members of the extended Taucher family.

Dawn attended East Palestine High School, graduating in 1982. In October of 2006 she completed her LPN nursing degree, graduating from Columbiana County Career Center with plans to pursue a career in nursing.

For many years Dawn was a regular, friendly face behind the counter of former East Palestine restaurant C&L Pizza. Later she operated her own successful childcare business from her home on East North Avenue. Many will remember her as the friend or neighbor who was always available to listen and offer a shoulder of support. Dawn was a doting aunt and possessed enduring commitment as a daughter and sister, always beside her family, adding her unique sense of humor to any gathering; her quick wit and distinct perspective was often the reason behind the laughter at a get-together. Dawn displayed a kindness and generosity of spirit that is rare in the world and her beautiful smile will be missed by all who were fortunate to know her.

Friends and family will be received from 10-11 am Saturday, November 21, 2009 at the Van Dyke-Swaney-Rettig Funeral Home, East Palestine. A memorial service will follow at 11:00 a.m. at the funeral home with Mr. Robert Taucher officiating.

The family expresses deepest appreciation to all of the dedicated doctors, nurses, aides and staff at the Cleveland Clinic, recognizing their countless hours of care and comfort provided for Dawn.

In lieu of flowers, her family welcomes donations to the Columbiana County Health Department Cancer Detection Program P.O. Box 309 Lisbon, OH 44432