John Davis, a former emergency services associate with the AIDS Foundation of Chicago (AFC), Dec. 10 after a long battle with HIV, according to AFC’s website.
Before Davis joined AFC, he worked as a case manager for the Woodlawn Organization and later for the Alliance for Community Empowerment. He was an activist who participated in local, state and federal advocacy activities.
He worked as an emergency services associate on the housing team in 2007 before leaving for health-related reasons.
AFC stated, “Davis will be remembered as a relentless and courageous advocate for those with HIV/AIDS, particularly on Chicago’s South Side.”
“John was very client-centered, always hustling for his clients,” said Michael Grego, Ryan White Part A and Department of Rehabilitation Services case management coordinator for AFC. He had known Davis when they were both case managers.
Grego added, “He was always asking questions. That’s what I remember about John—always wanting to know what impact things would have for people living with HIV/AIDS.”
Visitation took place Dec. 16 at A.R. Leak Funeral Home, 7850 S. Cottage Grove Ave. The funeral service was Dec. 17 at Liberation Church, 6810 S. Ashland Ave. Condolences can be sent to Tobitha Johnson, Davis’ sister, at 14812 S. Michigan Ave., Dolton, Ill., 60419.