Aleyna F. Davisson
October 26, 2014
Aleyna F. Davisson, 70, of DeSoto, passed away on Sunday, October 26, 2014 at Sunnybrook Assisted Living in Fairfield, IA surrounded by her family. Aleyna was born on August 5, 1944 in Hampton, IA to Clifford and Winola Prull. She attended K-8 at Sunnyside Country School and graduated from Ackley-Geneva High School in 1962. She then attended and graduated from AIB in Des Moines with an Executive Secretary degree and worked at Equitable of Iowa. She met the love of her life, Larry Davisson, at AIB.
Aleyna and Larry were married on May 15, 1966 at Grace United Methodist Church in Des Moines. They moved to Sacramento, CA, to begin their life together. She worked as the Psychology Department Secretary at Sacramento State College. Upon moving back to Iowa in 1978, Aleyna worked for Chevrolet, Travelers Insurance, and Principal Life Insurance before retiring in June 2012. She was a member of Grace United Methodist Church. She enjoyed playing card games and traveling. She especially loved spending time with her 7 grandchildren.
Those left to cherish her memory are her son, Erik (Donna) Davisson of San Antonio, TX; daughter, Staci (David) Kraemer of Fairfield, IA; grandchildren, Luke, Derek, Leah, Alyssa, Madison, Lauren, and Makenzie; brothers-in-law, Lyle Abbas, Stanley Burkle, and Bill Davisson; and sisters-in-law, Janice Prull, Elaine Carr, Helen Nicks, and Janice Bannister; along with many cousins, nephews, and nieces. Aleyna was preceded in death by her husband Larry on August 17, 2014; her parents, Clifford and Winola Prull; sisters, Sharon Abbas and Gloria Burkle; and her brother, Dale Prull.
A Celebration of Life for both Aleyna and Larry will be held on Friday, November 21, 2014 at 10:30 A.M. at Grace United Methodist Church in Des Moines with visitation an hour prior to the service. Per her wishes, she has been cremated and her ashes will be buried alongside her husband’s at the Iowa Veterans Cemetery in Van Meter at 2:00 P.M.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Pancreatic Cancer Action Network Online condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
The family wishes to thank Dr. Dan Buroker and staff at John Stoddard Cancer Center, the nurses on Powell 3 at IMMC, Unity Point Hospice, Hospice Compassus, Sunnybrook Assisted Living, and the Fairfield Clinic for their wonderful care of Aleyna.
Joan McFee-Bentley
11/14/2014
My heart goes out to the family of Larry and Aleyna..Such a great, loving couple...I worked at Fedex with Larry for several years and his son Eric for a few years...Super great family..so hard to loose one parent but both so close together...my prayers and heartfelt sympathy goes out to you all...Love lives on unchanged by time....Sincerely, Joan
Jan Beck
11/07/2014
Fond memories of our time sharing with Aleyna and Larry. They were both kind caring people. Their love for each other their family and Christ was apparent in their lives.
Warren Weber
11/05/2014
Aleyna and Larry were always kind and gracious with one another and with anyone who was part of their life. They both demonstrated a quiet and graceful strength when faced with all that goes with their diagnosis. Their seemed to be no limit to their faith. My prayer is for you to share their strength and keep their love for you and your families close to your heart.
Marilyn Sassman
11/03/2014
Aleyna was such a sweet, caring person and I am so sorry for her struggle and passing. I have many fond memories of times spent with her as well as Larry throughout our lives. Your faith will carry you through as it did your mom. My sympathies to all of your family. Cousin Marilyn
Ed and Sylvia Christy
11/03/2014
Praying much for you all as you say goodbye to your sweet mom. May God's grace overshadow you in these hard days. With our love and prayers, Ed and Sylvia
Sheri Sharp
11/01/2014
Aleyna was a strong spiritual and courageous woman. She will be missed greatly. My prayers are with you all and know she is home with our Lord and Savior.