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Gary Davis Obituary
61 of Sun City Arizona passed away on 6-15-14 at 11:36 am in Swedish Hospital in Denver, CO. Gary had just arrived at his hotel in Denver, when he had a breathing episode from which he could not recover. Gary was born on June 22, 1952 in Brush, CO to Barton Elwood and Helen Theone (Griggs) Davis. On December 31, 1997, he married the love of his life Diane (Ames, Warran) Davis with whom he was blessed to have 16 very special years together. Gary enjoyed his life with brother Larry (Shirley) Davis, sister-in laws Nancy (John) Tillema, and Susan (Bill) Ostler. Gary loved his son Barton Andrew Davis, stepson Michael Duane Warran, and daughter he adopted late in life, Lindy (Kenn) Cook. Gary loved spending time with his special nieces and nephews, Daniel Davis, Jamie (Derrick) Kidd (Dylan, Tatum, and Trent), Amber (Aaron) Arnold (Evallie), Marissa Tillema (Sophia), and Brian Ostler. "Unkie" to Anna, Ethan, Mary, and Emily Gilson. Gary and Diane were Grandparents to: Austin, Bradley, and David Warran, and AZ Grandparents to McKell, Kenzie, Nicholas, Shelby Tiffany, and Isabella Cook. Gary was a long-term care administrator for over 30 years and sold real estate for a hobby. His care for seniors and his staff he took very seriously, and won many awards through the years but never bragged about them. Gary was was always doing something for someone else on his off time. To know Gary Davis, was to love Gary Davis! He was a "Dad", Grandpa, "Unkie", friend, mentor, teacher, financial planner, house finder, and just a kind loving man who always put others first, including those he never knew. A Celebration of life will be held for Gary at the American Lutheran Church on his 62nd birthday on June 22, 2014 at 2pm at 17200 North Del Webb Blvd, Sun City AZ, 85373. For those who would like to send a memorial contribution it can be done to Gary's favorite places: Riley Children's Hospital, Indianapolis, where his Grandson was a patient, or to the Mission "i6eight" of which he was a previous board member.
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Diane
June 15, 2025
11 years seems like a lot no time! i will never forget what a great man´s/ husband you were n many still miss you today! Tell mom and dad, Drew, and your mom and dad i miss them too! Hope you dad in Heaven is amazing just like you were!
Donna
June 14, 2024
Dear Gary, you brought such life and light to so many. I miss our talks and our laughs the most. We had an immediate connection so long ago and I will always be grateful that you were more a friend than my boss. You took care of your employees and your friends. You have a great day up in heaven my friend. Deej
Carole Kolodziej
June 14, 2024
Gary your Staff at North Glendale still fondly remember your leadership. You had a way of making us all feel cared for. Would love to know what you think of the Nursing Home industry now. Love, Carole
Diane
June 14, 2024
Wow Gary it will be 10 years tomorrow! There are very few days that go by where you are not mentioned! You left such a big imprint on all of our hearts! You would love to see that little Grest Grand daughter of Bradley´s Charlotte is a precious, beautiful, and smart little girl! Keep watching over us and keep us safe! Until we meet again-i will hold the memories in my heart! RIP Gary Davis!!!
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Diane
June 17, 2022
Gone but not forgotten Gary Davis! Love you!
Diane (Davis) Wolfe
June 14, 2021
Such a good guy and still missed. We still talk about you Gary. You were loved to the moon and back!! RIP.
Diane
June 14, 2020
6 years and so many changes. Hope you were excited to see your mo when she arrived in David's birthday. You are missed every day and will never be forgotten! You touched so many lives and so many who loved you still miss your presence. RIP Gary Davis!! You will always be loved by those left behind!
Diane
July 19, 2014
Gary words can't express the pain. I miss you more each day and our poor little Snickers is also suffering. Please watch over her and help her heal from her tragedy of those nasty Coyotes. I love you honey and can't wait until we are together again---just wish it was today! <3 u mostest!
Patricia Fielder
July 1, 2014
On behalf of our family, I share prayers of eternal peace for our childhood friend. Cherish the memories, hold onto hope, rest when weary, take time to grieve, let your heart mend.
Kathleen Lloyd
June 26, 2014
I was sorry to learn of Gary's passing. He sold me a car a couple of years ago, but made an impression of an honest
and good man. He will not be easily replaced, sorry for
the family he leaves behind.
Terry Troxell
June 24, 2014
Gary you will be missed!
Toni D.
June 24, 2014
What a wonderful man-so caring and giving to not only family and friends but to his community. He is missed.
June 23, 2014
Diane & Family,
I had the pleausure of meeting Garty about 25 years ago. I was his banker, but was more of a friend. He helped me get through many hard times when my mother became ill. He was the kind of person you could always count on, and always had a smile on his face. Diane, I remember when you came into his life and how happy he was. Diane, I am here for you, just like were there for my family when my mother passed.
Many blessings,
Becky Vidaure and Family
Alisha Morales
June 23, 2014
Davis Family- It was a pleasure knowing Gary and I know that the positive impact that he had on so many will forever be with them. Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
June 22, 2014
Gary Davis is one of those people who come around once in a lifetime. I am so very blessed to have known him.
Bill Syckes
June 22, 2014
A good man who will be missed.
Melanie Seamans
June 22, 2014
Diane and family
I am so sorry for you loss. Gary was a wonderful man that has truly touched so many lives. He was one of the most respected administrators in Az-always putting residents and integrity first. He was a mentor to so many! He will be missed by everyone so much. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. love,Melanie
Jamie Davis-Kidd
June 22, 2014
Unkie: Our hearts are saddened because Sunday dinners will never be the same. Words can not express how you impacted our lives. I believe God needed you in Heaven because you are one of his strongest and we are fighting for the Truth; Fighting for Christ. We Love You - We will take great care of your beautiful wife, our Auntie. Love - Jamie
Terri Jalbert
June 21, 2014
Gary was one of the most kind, and honest people I've ever had the privilege of knowing. He touched so many lives with his humble kindness. He will be sorely missed.
Rest in Peace
Carol Bretz
June 20, 2014
Gary was a great influence on me and many others. He taught me to always do the right thing. He cared more for the residents than any other Administrator I have ever met. He will be missed.
Carole Kolodziej
June 20, 2014
Some people make the world a better place. Gary was one of those. The lyric "Did you ever know you were my hero? and everything I would like to be? I could fly higher than an eagle, 'cause you were the wind beneath my wings" sums up how I felt about this special, special man.
June 20, 2014
This is an unscented candle honey..........Oh wait you don't have any more breathing problems Love you! Diane
June 20, 2014
Gary,
You were love by so many and the most by me! I feel like my heart has been removed from my chest. You were a man of character and your love of the Lord was obvious. You never bragged about being a strong Christian but rather showed your Christ -like ways. Honey I am not sure how I will go on but I will do so with the love that you shared with me for many years. I will await your messages from Heaven!! <3 u mostest <3!
Debbie Phelps
June 20, 2014
Gary was so kind and wonderful to have in our Bible study. He will truly be missed by so many people but I know he is with our Lord right now.
Chris Greenwood
June 19, 2014
Gary was a mentor and a friend. He taught me how senior care should be performed and was the single biggest influence in my professional life.
His sense of humor and tenacity despite the health issues he had overcome were incredible.
Just during the time I worked with him, he mentored numerous people who went on to be administrators themselves, and therefore his influence in senior care is truly immeasurable, and the industry is better for it.
"Every day is a good day, some are just better than others" was something we heard frequently from Gary. Hearing the news today challenged that statement.
Rest in Peace my friend, and thank you for everything. You will never be forgotten.
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