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Bill McDavid Obituary
He was born July 26, 1939, to Bill and Dawn McDavid in Weatherford. Bill Sr. opened his first car dealership in 1946, and Mr. McDavid and his brother, David, grew up to own dealerships across the Metroplex.
Mr. McDavid opened his first General Motors dealership in Fort Worth in 1959 when he was 19, according to Star-Telegram archives. He eventually owned several dealerships.
Over the years, he pursued interests including cutting horses, motorcycles and airplanes, said his cousin Dan Boone of Houston.
In 1992, a heart attack and financial troubles prompted Mr. McDavid to get out of the auto business. He soon threw himself into music. He joined up with longtime friend Freddy Powers in Austin, and the pair began performing as Rogers and Hammerhead.
Survivors include his wife, Sherry McDavid of Aledo; sons Bill McDavid of Fort Worth and Brad McDavid; daughter Michele Napier of Colorado Springs, Colo.; stepson Ian Stewart of Georgetown; mother Dawn Queen McDavid of Weatherford; brother David McDavid of Fort Worth; sisters Deddy Dawn Srimavin and Toni Williams of Aledo, and Kandy Lamb of Irving; and numerous grandchildren.
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Memories and Condolences
for Bill McDavid
Keenan Cloud
January 24, 2025
I Remember Looking At The Commercials! Bill$ Wild- Wild-Track!My Uncle Name Richard Pierce!, Purchased Four Cars From Mr Bill! First A Skylark Buick!Then A Grand Prix! It Got Wrecked! The He Purchased A ThunderBird! Something Happened to It ! Then He Bought A Monte Carlo! All Back In The Day! I Was In Elementary School! We Still Have Memories of Mr Bill And Wild-Track! The McDavid Family Have My Deepest Sympathy!
Dwight Haddock AKA Dee
December 14, 2023
Bill was a stand up dude and Peggie and I loved him...A true friend
Dwight Haddock AKA Dee
THE BEST OF TIMES!!!
Martha Minton
June 2, 2012
March 17, 2012
I just found site on Bill passing. I worked for Bill in Fort Worth for 18 years. He was a great friend. I am sorry I did not know earlier. My sympathy to the entire family and the family of friends he had. He will be missed. I have never forgotten the times we shared and have thought of him often.
J.W.Wimberly
Vermont
Teresa Osborne
February 13, 2012
My deepest sympathy to the McDavid family. I too just learned of Bill's passing. Bill & David hold a special place in my heart. Bill had a heart as big as Texas and will be missed. God Bless,
Teresa (TW) White Osborne
Carla Snider Ashley Shoemaker
November 4, 2011
I am not sure this is still appropriate but I just found this. I worked for Mr. McDavid for 11 years and he made sure his company was my home. He made sure of that and always always took care of his employees.
I know he is having fun up there and I wish his family only the best. Love and wishes...Carla
Diane Barker-Cagni
August 19, 2011
My best friend Gerry Webb & I had lots of good times w/"Little" Bill in the 50's, especially during the Weatherford Rodeo and summers when we visited Weatherford from Ft W. Rest in peace.
karen Lindstrom busby
September 7, 2010
I used to come to his house weekly and take care of his dobies. He was a very nice man to work for and will be missed.
David Hinkston
December 12, 2009
To the McDavid Family. I am so sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in your time of need. I am a former employee who started when the Dealership was located on 7th Street near downtown Fort Worth. Again I'm so sorry for your loss. Until we meet again Mr. McDavid.
Dave Moharter
June 29, 2009
Brad, I just learned of your father's passing, and I wanted to extend my sympathies to you and your family. I have always appreciated the treatment I received while working at the dealership in Arlington many years ago.
Rory Maynard
June 22, 2009
Bill was a great man! My thoughts go out to his Family. His dream of Deadwood will come true. Rest in peace nieghbor.
Pat Plumlee-Brewster
June 16, 2009
I pray for your comfort at this time. I am so saddened at the loss of this wonderful and gentle man. I grew up with David all through school in Weatherford and knew Bill as well. I am so sorry for your loss. May God comfort and bring His peace to you and all during this very sad time.
V Williams
June 15, 2009
I pray God will comfort your hearts at this time. BIll is now in a better place. May God bless and keep you all.
Sincerely, V. Williams- IR, Inc.
Bruce Parton
June 15, 2009
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help at this time.
June 13, 2009
Our deepest sympathy to Michele,Bill,& Brad. We will continue to keep you in our thoughts and prayers. We are so sorry for your loss.
Sincerely,
Joan, Jennifer, and Joanie
DIANE BOYD
June 13, 2009
BILL WILL BE GREATLY MISSED BY ALL. RIGHT."WIDETRACK"?
Roberto FORCUCCI
June 12, 2009
Bill was the nicest, warmest hearted person I have ever known. But if he got mad he was like Yosemite Sam. Bill will still be working hard even after death, he will be watching over all of the people he loves so much on earth. Love you Bill, Bob Forcucci...Spearfish,South Dakota
Roberto Forcucci
June 12, 2009
Bill was the nicest, warmest hearted person I have ever known. But if he got mad he was like Yosemite Sam. Bill will still be working hard even after death, he will be watching over all of the people he loves so much on earth. Love you Bill, Bob Forcucci...Spearfish,South Dakota
Angelina Yates-Baxter
June 12, 2009
My sincere sympathy to the McDavid family. My dad, General Yates, was his service manager for years. He loved Bill and talked constantly about wanting to see him again until his death this past January.
Brantley Hinshaw
June 12, 2009
I sure your Great Dane dog missed you too! Still love the ads!
Bill Alderman
June 11, 2009
Bill was a special person, he was introduced to me by a mutual friend and made sure that I was at ease. I lost track of him after he closed the dealership. I will remember him as a fine person.
Michelle Kuczynski
June 11, 2009
I would like to offer my condolences to the McDavid family. Bill was such a sweetheart when he came into Silver Fox with his wife Sherry. I was their friendly bartender, both him and his wife were always concerned about my family, always wanting know the latest news, and when my son was in Iraq in the Army, they prayed for him in church for a safe return. I always appreciated that. Bill was a very special person in my heart and I will miss him. God Bless you Bill and your family.
Lisa & Wayne Wells
June 10, 2009
To the McDavid family, our deepest sympathy in the passing of Bill. May the Lord comfort and hold you all close to HIS heart during this difficult time.
Sarah Segars
June 10, 2009
My condolences to the McDavid family. I graduated high school with Bill and Brad. I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. Mr. McDavid was legend in Fort Worth. His passing is the end of an era...King Charlie Hillard, Bill McDavid and Jack Williams. Bill and Brad you are in my prayers.
Sharon Lane
June 10, 2009
I admire Mr.Bill McDavid for all the people in Fort Worth and the following areas who he help to bring quality car service to Thanks Mr.Bill for all your service to my family and others who got long quality out of the services of the cars and services of Bill McDavid,Your service and cars spoke for theirself. You will be missed.
June 10, 2009
Michele....I was devastated to hear about your dad's passing. I live in San Antonio so when my mother called me on Sunday with the news, I just felt so blue and sad for you and your family. Please call if I can be of any comfort to you. I think of you/us back in the day all the time. Great memories my sistah :) May God comfort you during this time.....Tracey Higdon-Yarbrough
[email protected] 210.872.1344 cell
Bob Gunn
June 9, 2009
My deepest sympathy to Sherry, Bill, and Brad,Michele, and to
David McDavid. I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Bill. There is
only one Bill McDavid as you can attest to, David. He's smiling down
on all of us, pickin' at that guitar. He was a good friend and a wonderful man even though I didn't get to see him these last years.
I will always miss him, too. Best Wishes. Bob Gunn
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