Laura Ann Davis of Milford passed away peacefully on October 26, 2026, surrounded by her family. She was 80.
Laura was born September 5, 1946, in Milford, the daughter of the late Ruth Ada and Phillip Torbert. Laura spent her life surrounded by the people and community she loved.
Family meant everything to Laura above all else and she was truly the heart of her family. She was the one who brought everyone together and held a special place in the lives of those who knew and loved her. Her love, memories and presence will forever remain in the hearts of her family.
Laura had a love for Elvis Presley and enjoyed spending time at the casino. These little things, along with the countless memories she made with her family, will always be remembered and cherished.
She leaves behind seven beloved children:Â Ruth Ann, Phillip, Woody, Wanda, Frank (Traci), Carl, and Kenny (Cathie). She is also survived by her 14 grandchildren: Brian Sr. (Jennifer), Brandy, Bruce, Phillip (Hailey), Charles, Laura Lee, Lorin (Chad), Taylor, Ashlynn, Carlee, Kenny, Brianna, Tyler (Sierra) and Chase.
In addition, Laura’s legacy lives on through her 24 great-grandchildren: Brittany (Elliott), Jenna, Brian Jr., Kamree, Brandon, Robbie, Landon, Bryson, Natalie, Bentley, Effie, Elwood, Haiden, Martin, Kaleb, Karter, Bishop, Camden, Callan, Zakai, Konnor, Kassidy, Lawsyn and Aria, along with her five great-great-grandchildren: Kasen, Colton, Knox, Josani and Javon.
Laura will also be greatly missed by her sisters, Nancy (Ronnie), Linda (Ron) and her brother, Louis.
Laura was preceded in death by her parents, her sister, Doris, and her twin boys, Joseph and George Lane.
Though our hearts are broken by the loss of the woman who was the heart of our family, we are forever grateful for the love she gave, the memories she created and the family she brought together. Her absence will be felt in every family gathering, every holiday and every moment we wish we could share with her again.
Services will be held on Saturday, November 7 with a viewing from 10 AM to Noon and service at 12 Noon at Berry-Short Funeral Home in Milford. Those wishing to send flowers may do so. Donations may also be made to Delaware Hospice Center, 100 Patriots Way, Milford DE 19963.
Arrangements by Berry-Short Funeral Home. Online condolences can be sent through the funeral home website.
