William "Bill" Davis

William “Bill” Davis, 72, passed away at his home on May 23, 2021. He was born December 13, 1948, in Ottumwa, Iowa to Lester and Wyanita Davis.

Bill was a stubborn man with a gypsy soul and had a unique sense of humor. He was always freshly dressed and clean cut. Bill was a proud, hardworking man and a devout Christian. When he loved he loved hard. Bill could never sit still. He loved cleaning and painting. Bill was unaware that the room lit up when he walked in. He loved taking walks and never turned down a tussle with his nieces and nephews.

Nobody is perfect, but to his family, Bill was. He made sure their childhoods were full of fun and adventure. Everything from late night walks to late night story telling in the garage and listening to his song, “Hotel California”.

Bill is survived by his children, Jerry (Missy) Davis and Tracey Benton; grandchildren, Trenton (Paige), Melissa, Travis, Michael and Ryan; great-grandchildren; siblings, Chuck (Nancy) and Carol Lamb; special niece, Terry Braack; and many extended relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Audrey and Patty; brother, Mike; and his step-son, Ricky Benton.

Services are pending.

Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.

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Scott Engstrom

06/10/2021

I met Bill about 4 yrs ago and was a great day for me . He was a wonderful man and could always make me laugh He will be missed . God speed Bill

Eugena Lynn Behle

05/31/2021

My thoughts and Prayers are with you all. I knew Bill from my dad Gene Behle they was best friend's for many years. Bill used to babysit me and siblings, Bill always called me Gena Lynn,my brother little Gene and my sister Margie short for Margaret. Last time I seen Bill him and his sister came in to my job to get a bed for Bill that was a couple months ago. I'm so glad I got to see him. Please let me know when his services will be so I can be there. Bill tell my dad high and you Rest in Peace my friend.

Mickey Dixon

05/26/2021

knew Bill since 1965 knew all the Davis brothers hung around Bill and Mike for alot year's now there both gone I will always think of them and to his Son and Daughter iam really sorry for the loss of your Dad.