Joseph M. Davis, age 71, a longtime resident of Braintree, died peacefully, Wednesday, September 17, 2025 leaving behind a legacy of kindness, wisdom and friendship that touched all who knew him.

Joe was born in Boston and raised in Quincy. He was a graduate of Quincy High School, Class of 1972, and earned his Bachelor’s degree from Northeastern University.

Joe was employed by the Internal Revenue Service in Boston and Andover.

He was an avid Boston sports fan. Joe could recite decades of stats, records, and memorable moments from games. He celebrated in the triumphs, yet wore every loss with the same loyalty. Joe remained the truest of fans.

Beloved partner for fifty years of Linda L. Lauria and a deep love and bond with the Lauria/Devin families.

Loving son of the late Mary L. (O’Neil) and Hubert A. Davis.

Devoted brother of Anne Davis, and predeceased by brother, James A. Davis, and sister, Clare L. Davis.

Loving uncle of Erin M. Burns and the late Michelle Burns, and great uncle of Junius Flemming.

At Joe’s request, funeral services are private.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Joe’s memory may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 (www.stjude.org), or to the charity of your choice.