Rhonda Davis Ottinger

Rhonda Pearl Davis-Ottinger, born on November 29, 1959 to Bobby Davis and Janice Teague Davis, left this world during the early morning hours of November 16th, 2024 after a courageous battle with cancer. Her final moments were peacefully spent surrounded by her children and loved ones. Rhonda carried the titles of Mom, Gigi, sister, girlfriend, friend, and many more. Known for her unwavering faith, strength, generosity, and kindness, she will be missed dearly by all who knew her. Rhonda’s life was spent in the servitude of others. She had a decorated military career in the United States Air Force, retiring after 16 years as a Master Sergeant. During her career she served as one of the first woman missile and space systems maintenance craftsman for intercontinental ballistic missiles, as well as a technical training and military education instructor. She also served in support of Operation Desert Shield/Storm from August 2, 1990 to May 31, 1995. After retiring from the Air Force, she worked the following 20 years as a nurse. Rhonda’s selfless nature was obvious to anyone who met her and she touched the hearts of many. In her retirement Rhonda loved to fill her time being Gigi to her granddaughters, traveling, or spending the day in her garden. She was the family birthday cake baker and not a soul could resist her icing. Rhonda loved her family fiercely and this was felt by all. Rhonda is survived by her significant other Richard Newman, son Jacob (Lauren) Colby, daughter Sara (Derek) Heim, son Matthew (Vicky) Palmer, granddaughters Evelyn Colby and Emmeline Heim, her sisters Karen Davis Graham and Donna (Kevin) Lamb, as well as many nieces, nephews, and close friends that she loved dearly. The family will receive friends from 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. Wednesday, November 20, 2024 with the funeral service at 7 pm in Manes Funeral Home Chapel, with Rick Clevenger officiating. Burial will be 10 a.m. Thursday, November 21, 2024 in the East TN State Veterans Cemetery on Governor John Sevier. Rhonda’s family asks that she be remembered for the joy she brought to all, and not the sadness of her passing. Flowers and memorial gifts are welcome but not necessary. Friends and family may sign the guest register online at www.manesfuneralhome.com Arrangements with Manes Funeral Home.

Rhonda Davis Ottinger

November 29, 1959 - November 16, 2024