Gary George Davis
August 08, 2014
Gary George Davis, 74, passed away at home on Friday, August 8, 2014 surrounded by his loving family. Visitation will be held on Monday, August 11, 2014 from 5 to 8 p.m. at Hamilton’s on Westown Parkway, 3601 Westown Parkway in West Des Moines, IA. The funeral service will be on Tuesday, August 12 at 1:00 p.m. at Windsor United Methodist Church, 6222 University Ave., Des Moines, IA.
Gary was born on August 31, 1939 in Fort Dodge, IA to Madge Marie (Pooler) and Roy Frederick Davis. He graduated from the University of Iowa and from the San Francisco College of Mortuary Sciences. He was a funeral director for Hamilton’s Funeral Home for 43 years. Gary was very active in his free time. He was an avid Chicago Cubs and Iowa Hawkeyes fan, a stamp collector, a gardener, a regular patron of The Front Row, and a devoted member of Windsor United Methodist Church. He was also a member of Cambio Club, NW Optimist Club, the Des Moines Philatelie Society, and the Plate Numbers Collectors Society.
He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Judy; children, Kevin (Tami) Davis, Steven Davis, and Barb (Benton McClaran) Fatino; grandchildren, Sarah Fatino and Charles Bergmann; and a host of other family and best friends.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to Windsor United Methodist Church. Online condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Betty Bilbao
08/13/2014
So sorry for your loss. Wishing your family peace in this very difficult time.Hopefully you will find solace
knowing he is in a better place. (Gretta's sister)
Margo Edwards
08/12/2014
Dear Judy and family, My name is Margo Edwards and I am a substitute organist for Lloyd on Lyon street. I have been playing off and on for many years...back to when Lois was playing. So, I ran into Gary every once in awhile. He was always very pleasant and cordial. Greeting everyone with a smile. I was at his nice retirement party, and I filled in at your church once for the organist. I'm so sorry for your loss. Gary will be missed. May God bless you through this rough time. Love in Christ, Margo
MARGARET AND ROBB NUCKOLLS
08/12/2014
DEAR DAVIS FAMILY:
ROBB AND I ARE SO SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS. GARY WAS AND WILL ALWAYS HOLD A SPOT IT OUR HEARTS. GARY HAS HELPED US COPE WITH THE LOSS OF MY FATHER, MATTHEW FATINO, AND ROBB'S MOM AND AUNT, SONJA AND SILVIA FOLTZ. DURING THOSE MOST DIFFICULT TIMES IN OUR LIVES, HE MADE THINGS ALOT EASIER TO DEAL WITH. WE ALWAYS LOOKED FORWARD TO SEEING HIM AT THE FATINO RANCH IN MADRID. AND WERE HONORED TO HELP WITH THE 50TH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY OF GARY AND JUDY. WE RESPECTED AND LOVED GARY GREATLY AND WILL HAVE NOTHING BUT FOND MEMORIES TO CARRY WITH US. OUR LOVE GOES TO THE FAMILY. IF THERE IS ANYTHING WE CAN EVER DO, OR IF YOU JUST NEED TO TALK, PLEASE FEEL FREE TO CALL OR EMAIL US ANYTIME. . GOD BLESS YOU ALL!
LOVE ALWAYS,
ROBB AND MARGARET NUCKOLLS
Kirk & Jo Stone
08/12/2014
Gary was a Great Friend & Neighbor . He was always there to help my parents when needed . Had a Great Garden , he liked to share too !! My Father AL , & Gary can argue about Cubs vs. Cards again , now in Heaven . The whole family will always have a special place in our hearts . Rest in Peace , Gary , Love , The Stones.
Bob and Julie Swanson
08/11/2014
Judy and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We are so sad to hear of Gary's passing. He was someone that was a true privilege to know. Absolutely everything about Gary was good. We have so many cherished memories of him, from his stories, gardening, being neighbors, his smile and laugh to name a few. Being around Gary made people happy. He was such a giver and genuine positive man. We loved watching Uncle Gary with our girls. He lived a great life and you could see it in his eyes and hear it in is voice. He is a gift from God and we will celebrate his life and be grateful for our time with him. You both are family to us and we love you.
Johnny and Debra Moller
08/11/2014
Judy and family,
We were privileged to work beside Gary for several years and learned many great things from him. He is a well respected funeral director who helped many families in Iowa and will be missed very much.
Gary was great to hang out with outside of work too. From limo rides to the ZA GA ZIG steak fry, to the after work beers at the Waveland and Front Row. He was great to be around no matter what the day brought.
Our thoughts are with you....
Gene J. Groeneveld
08/11/2014
Judy and family, I am sadden to learn of Gary's death. It was a privilege to work with him and as one of his partners for the three years. Just out of mortuary school, Gary, Dave Myers and Bob Lepley, taught me much. He was dedicated to funeral service and to the tasks at hand. I remember, he also loved to fish. Marilyn and my thoughts, and prayers, are with you and your family.
J. Winston Beal
08/11/2014
Judy and family, it is indeed saddening to learn of Gary's death.
I consider it a privilege to have
worked beside him for eighteen
years. He was truly dedicated to
the task at hand and very professional. Thoughts and prayers
and love are sent your way.
Winston Beal, Tucson, Az
Jack Sawyer
08/11/2014
Judy and family, my prayers are with you. I am so sorry for your loss. Gary brought back to me so many good memories of growing up in Central City.
Owen Hall
08/11/2014
Judy and Famjly, our prayers are with you. Gary was a good first- baseman and a friend to all.
Ed Conway
08/10/2014
I have good memories of Gary when we attended school at Iowa. My prayers go out to Judy and family
Myers Family-Windsor Heights
08/10/2014
So sorry to hear of Gary's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Tony
08/10/2014
Truly, this world's loss is heaven's gain. What a great individual! He is the reason I garden today. I'll miss his gardening tips. My life was bettered knowing you. Thanks MR. DAVIS.
Irene Lary
08/09/2014
Gary will be remembered for his fun and teasing ways along with his zest for life and friendly personality. My deepest sympathy to the family. Nahum 1:7 tells us "The Lord is good, a refuge in times of trouble. He cares for those who trust Him." Take care of each other now and lean on the God of the Universe who gives peace that does pass all understanding.
Shipley Family
08/09/2014
Judy and family, So sorry to hear of Gary's passing. We keep your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Vickie Emma and Claire