Malaco Artist Louise 'Candy' Davis Passes Away

Birmingham, Alabama - Stellar Nominated Gospel Singer Louise 'Candy' Davis passed on Saturday, November 12, 2005, at the home of her daughter Leonetta Brown, In Birmingham, Alabama.

In 1982, she received her professional break when producer Frank Williams of Malaco Records heard her group and signed them to the label. From this signing, four memorable recordings would come forth – Lord Lift Us Higher, Better Than Blessed, Then These Trials, and Live In Birmingham. Out of all of her hit recordings, the song 'Better Than Blessed' is her signature piece.

Excerpt from 'Better Than Blessed':

I'm Blessed Better Than Blessed Praise The Lord I May Not Have Houses And Wealth I May Not Have All My Strength & Health, But I'm Blessed Better Than Blessed Praise The Lord

According to Huey Williams of the legendary Jackson Southernaires, 'Louise was a highly respected, beloved, and spirit filled woman of God. I can never recall talking to her and she did not have a word to uplift and encourage me; she will be deeply missed.

She leaves to cherish her loving memories, a devoted husband, Mr. Leon Davis, Sr., one daughter, Leonetta Brown, two sons, Leon Davis Jr., and Alan Davis.

A special concert tribute is scheduled for Friday, November 18, 2005, 7:00pm at St. John Baptist Church, 521 4th Street, Pratt City, AL 35214.

Funeral Arrangements are entrusted to Brighton Funeral Home Inc., 2145 Bessemer Road-Ensley, Birmingham, AL 35208, 205 785 3575.

Homegoing Services will take place on Saturday, November 19, 2005, 1:00pm, at Bethel Baptist Church, 1708 Spencer Avenue, Birmingham, AL.