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Douglas DAVIS Obituary

DAVIS, Douglas S., 66, of Brandon, Fla., formerly of Centerburg, Ohio, passed away February 10, 2011. He was born July 2, 1944, in Elkton, Md. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, William Arlin and Nancy Jane Davis; mother, Grace Reynolds Davis; father, Newton Davis; and stepmother, Ethel Davis; In-laws, Bob and Virgie Whited; brother-in-law, Darrell Thomas; niece, Shelley Whited; and nephew, Shawn Griffith. Doug graduated from Centerburg High School in 1962, and continued his education at the University of Kentucky. He was a member of the Wildcat football team from 1962-1966. Doug was chosen by the Wigman of America to be a National High School All American All Star player. Therefore, he earned the right to play in the All-Star game in Dallas, Texas. Drafted in the 5th round, first pick by the Minnesota Vikings, Doug played for a total of seven years in the NFL. He is a member of the Brandon Elks #2383, as well as an NFL Alumni. He was employed by Siemens Water Technologies for 25 years as a national sales director. He spent many years coaching football in youth sports with his son and grandson, as well as assisting with junior high school and varsity football. He is survived by wife, Roberta Davis; son, Brian (Jennifer) Davis of Lakeland, Fla.; grandson, Austin Davis of Lakeland, Fla.; sisters, Christine Thomas, Bertha (Lowell) Kennedy and Nancy (James) Griffith; brothers, Larry (Phyllis) Davis, Kenneth Davis and Earnest (Brenda) Davis; brother-in-law, Roy (Judy) Whited; nieces, Carey (Brett) Ballinger, Regina (Landon) Mealer and Bobby (Amanda) Kennedy; and eight great-nieces and nephews. Services and burial will take place in his hometown of Centerburg, Ohio. Friends, if they wish, may contribute to The Doug Davis Scholarship Fund c/o First Knox National Bank, Drawer F, Centerburg, OH 43011.

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Published by TBO.com on Feb. 13, 2011.

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Bill Thompson

February 15, 2011

I was very sad to hear that Doug Davis had passed. Please accept my heartfelt condolences.

Todd Hutsko

February 14, 2011

Coach Davis was larger than life as he turned young boys into young men on and off the football field. He cared about his players and went out of his way to help them achieve their personal and professional goals. I am forever grateful for the many learning's and support that I received from him. Coach, may you rest in peace as your unbelievable work here on earth is complete.

Austin Davis

February 14, 2011

Doug Davis was a great man,father,papal,and friend.He is my hero!, My best friend,he instilled things in my life,that i will one day, pass on to his grand kids.I will never love a man,like,I loved my papal.He left a foot print in this world,that no one could fill,Ill never forget the time we shared.I will always treasure it in my heart, loosing him is the hardest thing, i have ever had to deal with. until i realized, i didn't loose him, only seperated in this worldly life. for we will meet again, in a place ,up above, the afterlife,so i didn't loose him, i just gained a guarding angel,by the name of,Doug Davis.... I will always love you papal...Love your favorite Grandson

February 14, 2011

Our sincere sympathy to you Bobbi and Brian and the rest of your family. We remember all the Great time we had on Hitching Post with you and Doug.He was a good friend, neighbor, and a gentle man. He will be truely missed.
Sincerly Eileen & Stan Thompson (Andersonville, Tn)

Dick Kuhlmeyer

February 14, 2011

Coach Doug touched the lives of so many during his years with us. I learned so much from him not only about football but also about being a better person. Thank you for the positive impact you had on my boys. Coach you were a giant of a man with an even bigger heart. May you rest in peace. You may be gone but never will you be forgotten.

Brady Overton

February 13, 2011

I meant Doug in August 1994, 6 months after I lost my Father.

In the first 30 minutes of our meeting Doug may have said 10 words. How could I have known the deep respect I would have for you Doug.

The measure of a man is the respect that he earns. Doug was a man that earned more than the highest level of respect; he earned also the highest admiration from us, Doug’s soldiers. We are Doug’s Soldiers.

Doug didn't just teach us, his ways became the essence of who we are, how we act, how we believe. There are so many ways that we learned from Doug - that they became known as "Doug-isms"

Doug showed us every day the courage it takes to be a true leader.

When Doug said he wanted to see you succeed, he did not mean it in a passive way.....That statement was a challenge. And through subtle (not so subtle) statements like this Doug was a motivator. {Doug was a man of few words, and none of them were ever subtle} After being encouraged to succeed by Doug you worked like your (you know what) was on fire!

Doug was not one to throw you in front of the bus. Instead, Doug would take up your cause and then step in front of the bus. There are a lot of crashed up busses along the Doug highway.

Doug's career in football as an offensive tackle for sure is telling of the path he lead in life. Always blocking for his soldiers, never accepting the glory. Well Doug - today your soldiers are blocking for you.

I would tell you to rest in peace, but we know damn well you won't be resting.

Doug - you were like a Father to me. I will miss your advice (which was always right by the way). I won't miss your love because it will always be there.

We love you Doug. I love you Doug. God Bless You Captain!

Sally Thomas

February 13, 2011

"Uncle Doug" as we knew him was a great man. He taught my husband Dwayne, his nephew, the importance of hard work and dedication to a job well done. It didn't matter if it was raking leaves or joining him as a salesman with his company. I always enjoyed hanging out with him on holidays and family functions. I learned quickly to give him back the crap he gave me :). Rest in peace Uncle Doug.

David Bonis

February 13, 2011

Coach Davis was a mountain of a man, not only in stature but in heart. He made a difference in my life. I will be forever thankful for having the pleasure of knowing him and his family. May you rest in peace. Your friend, David Bonis.

February 13, 2011

We will miss you Doug

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