Benjamin “Ben” Michael Davis age 51, passed away at St. Mary’s Hospital in St. Louis on December 31, 2022. Born in Elmhurst, Illinois, September, 28, 1971, Ben was a proud, life-long resident of St. Louis. He attended Southwest High School/Honors Art High School. He was artistic, appreciated art and often visited the St. Louis Art Museum. Ben had an eclectic collection of music and introduced family and friends to new musical genress.
Ben was preceded in death by his father Samuel Paul Davis. He is survived by his mother, Susan Davis (David); brother, Eric Davis; sister, Susan Etchason (Mark); sons, Dylan Davis and Cain Davis and their mother, Lisa Traylor; nieces, nephew, cousins, aunts and uncles.
Ben worked for many years in the restaurant community in St. Louis as a chef, he brought his passion for food and his artistic talent to his cooking. He provided many beautiful and delicious meals for customers as well as family and friends. Ben will be truly missed by his family and his many associates and friends.
There will be no visitation or service. Arrangements by Kutis City Chapel. If desired, donations can be made in Ben’s memory to WORLD CENTRAL KITCHEN, (founded by Chef Jose Andres 2010) https://donate.wck.org/give/417669/#!/donation/checkout
My heart is truly broken. Ben made an impact on every life he touched. Rest well my brother.
Dear Sue, Dave, Dylan and Cain…our condolences to you all. Dan and Marj
Ben was an amazing chef and an even better person. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him. Prayers of peace to the family.
Rip Ben
Worked with Ben for a few years he was a great friend he will be missed
Ben was an amazing friend with great energy. He would pick me up and take me to meetings when I really needed it. Our main connection came from music and all the good that it brings. The last time I saw Ben was at a concert we had talked about for months prior. I love you Ben, thank you for being my friend.
My condolences to Ben’s family and everyone lucky enough to have called Ben a friend. He will be missed.
Ben was our friend. I, Dana experienced a man who was interested in life and thoughtful conversation. I am thinking of Ben’s family. I am truly sorry for their loss and saddened by ours.
RIP OLD FRIEND
Sorry to have heard of your passing. I didn’t know you very well and missed you once you stopped coming to our Wednesday evening meetings. Praying for peace for your family and friends
To Ben’s family I’m truly sorry for your loss, my deepest condolences. It saddens my heart that he’s gone he will be missed
Sorry to see you pass, my old friend. A truly wonderful friend, neighbor, a father all around. You will be remembered and missed much.
Ben was one of the few people i know that had a truely pure heart. He really just liked people in general and all liked him right back. We had just started talking again not to long ago and im happy that i did get to talk to him again before his passing. I will miss him very much. My codolences go out his family, please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. Rest in peace Benny Ill see you on the other side.
Big Sue, Little Sue and Eric I am very sorry for your loss. I wish you peace at this difficult time. Ben had a great heart and an open mind and I learned a lot from him. He will be missed.