Antoinette Davis' Obituary
We were blessed to have learned many valuable lessons from Toni during her 36 years on earth, among them: 1) A smile can be so radiant that it can fill you with a sense of everlasting peace and joy; 2) Perseverance, diligence and focus will allow you to achieve your goals in every aspect of life, from education to the workforce, to relationships and even in the kitchen; 3) Follow your passions, live with purpose and stay true to yourself; 4) Love deeply and be gentle/compassionate with yourself and those around you; 5) Even during the darkest of times, we must continue to prosper. As with the lotus flower, we must be grateful for the mud as it is needed for a flower to bloom.
On December 17th, 2020, our beloved Antoinette "Toni" R. Davis peacefully passed away. Toni is survived by her Love, Bryan Richardson; Mother, Leslie Robinson; Father, Michael Davis; Sister, Portia Davis; Sister, Victoria Davis; Grandmother, Phyllis J. Robinson; Uncle, Houston L. Robinson Jr.; Cousin, Lauren Sturdivant; Cousin, Craig Wallace; and numerous Aunts, Uncles and Cousins. She is predeceased by her Grandfather, Houston L. Robinson; Grandfather, Edward Davis; Grandmother, Louella Levant; and Aunt, Tobey L. Robinson.
Toni was born in Plainfield, NJ to Leslie Robinson and Michael Davis and was raised in Hayward, CA. She graduated from San Lorenzo High School in 2002. She then earned a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from San Jose State University in 2007. In 2017, she earned a Master's degree in Social Work from The University of Southern California.
Toni dedicated herself to God as a child, an adult and again before being ushered into the Kingdom of God. Her Life and Life's work were dedicated to the Lord. Toni dedicated her life to easing the suffering of others. She most recently worked as a Social Worker for the Alameda County, Department of Public Health. Prior to this role, she worked as a Social Worker for Child Protective Services and before that as a Juvenile Institutional Officer at Alameda County Probation.
Toni was a loving partner, daughter and sister and an avid crafter. She enjoyed various hobbies such as drawing, painting, gardening, cooking/BBQing, rollerblading and watching cooking shows. She loved music, especially the Bay Area rap legends. She would often make up brief songs and a dance to go along. Toni was a ball of joy, love, and light!
Antoinette R. Davis leaves behind a powerful, loving, selfless and compassionate legacy. She will be deeply missed by her family, friends and all who knew her.
A celebration of Toni’s life will be held on January 6th, 2021 at 12pm at The Chapel of the Chimes Hayward, located at 32992 Mission Blvd, Hayward, CA 94544.
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