Victoria R. (Rathz) Davis
October 31, 1948 ~ September 22, 2022
Victoria R. Rathz Davis, 73 of Indianapolis, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Thursday September 22, 2022, after a long illness. She was born on October 31, 1948, at St. Francis Hospital in Beech Grove, to the late Charles and Agnes (Fussner) Rathz.
Victoria graduated in 1966 from Chartrand High School and attended University of Indianapolis. She worked in the office of Dr. David Box for 10 years. She was a member of St. Jude Catholic Church, where she loved singing in the choir.
Victoria enjoyed gardening, Bible studies, ballroom dancing (where she met the love of her life), taking trips, especial to Hawaii, but her greatest enjoyment was spending time with her grandchildren.
On July 20, 2012, she married Steven Whitesell who survives. Victoria is also survived by her children Rose Maloney, Annetta Beauregard, Laura Irmer, Andrew Davis, brother Thomas Rathz. Grandchildren Jessica, Lilly, Jacob, Ryan, Madison, Josie, Jacqueline, Charlotte. She is preceded in death by her parents and a brother C. Gregory Rathz.
Visitation for Victoria will be Thursday, September 29, from 9 am to 10 am at St Jude Catholic Church, 5353 McFarland Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46227, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 am. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery.
Services entrusted to O’Riley Branson Funeral Service and Crematory, 6107 South East Street, Indianapolis, Indiana.
To leave a tribute or memory of Victoria please visit www.orileybranson.com
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So sorry to hear this ߥ² Prayers for her family ❤️ߙϰߏ۰ߙϰߏۢݤ️
My sincere condolences to Rosie, Nanny, Laura and Andy. Your mom and all of you were a special part of my childhood. When I saw your mom over the years she always had a warm embrace for me and her beautiful smile. She loved you all. I pray for all of you and for her peaceful rest.
So many beautiful memories of a very loving, generous, and caring woman. Always had a smile, and shared her voice with choir for many years. She has been a blessing to all who have known her.
God bless, Steve, and all who are her loved ones and friends. Vicki and all of you are in my prayers. Sue Lynch
I was shocked and greatly saddened to hear of Vicky’s passing. She was always full of life. Vicky and I had been neighbors for 20 years. We often stood at the fence talking. We had many wonderful conversations. To Steve, Andrew and the rest of her family, I am just so very sorry. Praying for all of you.
Vicky was so sweet and kind. Have so many memories with her. The many times when we all go to her house and sit at the table play cards and wonderful talk about are days at Chartrand High School. You will always be in my heart. RIP Vicky, Mary Iaria Jordan love you.
With deepest sympathy, The Hegedus family
Saddened to learn of Vickie’s passing.ߒ”. I will forever remember her kindness & beauty as a young girl growing up @ St. Catherine’s GS. I was later thrilled to see her @ office of Dr. Box…again always w/smile & full of kind words. My Heartfelt Condolences to the Rathz family! Gone Too Soon!ߒ”
Jan (Hoeping) Dennin – Cape Canaveral, FL
So sorry to hear of Vicki’s passing! Such a beautiful soul with whom I shared many spiritual moments (including Bible Studies and CRHP retreat). She always had a warm and ready smile and the Holy Spirit definitely shown through her. Even though our lives briefly touched, she made a lasting impact. Sending love and prayers to Steve and her family!
Doug and Brenda Chappell~former St Jude parishioners, fellow sisters in Christ