Rose J. Davis, Professor Emerita of Family and Youth Development, passed away on August 5, 2025.
Davis began her Clemson career on November 1, 1973, and retired on July 1, 1999, totaling nearly 26 years of service with the University (and three years of out-of-state service). She served as a nutrition specialist with Clemson Cooperative Extension and earned several awards during her time as an employee, including the Clemson Alumni Association’s Cooperative Extension Distinguished Public Service Award.
Davis received bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Winthrop University and a Ph.D. from the University of South Carolina.
A Celebration of Life will be held at the Clyde V. Madren Center on Saturday, August 23, 2025, at 1 p.m.
