Carolann (Hammersten) Davis

Carolann (Hammersten) Davis, daughter of the late Harry and Lorene (Rosness) Hammersten, was born January 18, 1932 in St. Paul, Minnesota where she grew up and attended school. She graduated from Humboldt High School in 1949. After graduating from high school, Carolann attended Stout University in Wisconsin and graduated in 1953 with her Bachelor of Science Degree in Home Economics. Shortly after graduating from college, Carolann moved to Colorado Springs, Colorado and began teaching. Carolann moved to Chicago, Illinois and began working for the Wilson Meat Board before moving to Jefferson City, Missouri in 1968. After moving to Missouri, Carolann began working for Lincoln University, where she did Nutrition Research, and retired in 1997. Carolann was married to Ronald Davis in 1961 and they raised two children: Kirsten and Roderick. In her spare time, she enjoyed sewing, cooking, working in her garden and reading. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Jefferson City. She was an active member of the Rachel Circle, the church choir and the handbell choir at the church. Most importantly, she loved spending time with her family and friends. Carolann went home to be with her Lord at 8:25 a.m., Wednesday, December 15, 2010 in the Life Care Center of Waynesville at the age of 78 years, 10 months and 27 days. She will be sadly missed by all those that knew and loved her. Carolann leaves to cherish her memory her two children: Kirsten Bautista (Joe) of Waynesville, MO and Roderick Davis (Cari Williams) of Eldon, MO; two brothers: Edwin Hammersten of Longville, MN and Peter Hammersten of St. Paul, MN; two grandchildren: Jacob and Janelle Bautista; five nieces, one nephew; other relatives and friends. A memorial service was held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, December 18, 2010 in the first United Methodist Church of Jefferson City with Rev. Daniel Hilty officiating. Organist Jimmy Kay Sanders provided the prelude and postlude music and Soloist Rich Wolfgang sang ‘My Lord, What a Morning” and “Hymn of Promise”. Arrangements were under the direction of Memorial Chapels and Crematory of Waynesville/St. Robert. Memorial contributions may be made in memory of Carolann Davis to the Children and Youth Service Programs of First United Methodist Church, 201 Monroe Street, Jefferson City, MO 65101 or may be left at the funeral home.

Carolann (Hammersten) Davis

January 18, 1932 - December 15, 2010