July 14, 2025 | By: RJ Spearman This story is part of a collaborative project between Project: Cold Case and the University of North Florida’s Applied Journalism class. Vernon Davis loved spending time with his family on the weekends. He was also the glue of the family. He would call his sister and have daily talks about life and about how his kids were doing. “I talked to my brother every day because that is how close we were,” said his sister, Meche Davis. Those daily phone calls stopped over 10 years ago, when Vernon Davis did not answer the phone. His body was found in his house in Smithville, Texas. His murder has never been solved. Vernon Davis grew up in Smithville, Texas, with his sister and loved ones. His sister still remembers how popular he was in high school. He was a social butterfly. He and his sister were two years apart in school, but they always made sure to spend time together. During their time... Read More