Austin, Texas
1976 - 2001
Adam Christopher Davis, 25, of Austin, Texas, died on December 16, 2001, from injuries sustained in an automobile accident.
He was born on April 21, 1976, in Houston. He grew up in Boulder, Colorado, and lived in Durango and San Francisco before moving to Austin three years ago.
He relished following paths seldom chosen by others, whether herding sheep with the Hopi in Four Corners, building potable water systems in rural Nicaragua, or helping build off-the-grid homes in a remote Northern California forest.
Many loves filled Adam's life: spending time with his brother, parents, aunts, uncles, and cousins, and with his friends from Alaska to Colorado to Texas; camping, snow-boarding, rock-climbing, and wake-boarding in the out-of-doors; travel throughout Europe, Australia, the Western United States, Central America, and the Caribbean; listening to, dancing to, and playing music; and all of the visual arts, particularly glassblowing. His capacity for love was so great that none of his loves was slighted.
Adam's many wonderful qualities included his loyalty to his friends and family; his courage and enthusiasm in embracing new endeavors; his kindness and generosity to his family, friends, and even complete strangers; his playfulness in finding the lighter side of any circumstance; and most especially, his sweetness. Although he is no longer here among us, Adam and the influence of these wonderful qualities will live always in our hearts.
Survivors include his parents, Stephen L. and Sherry Lynn Hunter Davis and his brother, Andrew, all of Austin; uncles and aunts, Charlie and Jean Hunter Lasswell of McKinney, Texas, Stanley and Sandee Davis of Friendswood, Texas, and Randy and Tina Davis of Pearland, Texas; and numerous cousins.
He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Jack D. and Muriel Love Hunter, and Lewis A. and Lucille Stanley Davis, all formerly of Houston.
Adam's parents and brother wish to express their profound gratitude for the kindness, sympathy, and generosity shown to them through this difficult time.
Memorial services were held in Austin to honor Adam on Thursday, December 20, 2001, at the Cook-Walden Rockwood (formerly Amey) Funeral Home. Additional memorial services were held Wednesday, December 26, at the September School in Boulder, Colorado.
Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of the donor’s choosing.
I cannot express how deeply I regret never having the opportunity to meet Adam. Hearing so much about him from Andrew, I can only hope to one day do as much for the world around me.
Adam, you inspire. Me, your brother, and everyone who knew you.
Thanks for that.
Alexis Arrabito
December 17, 2006 | Everett, WA
Adam was one of my best friends and strongest inspirations. From my playing guitar to building them. I think of him every day. I also think of Andrew who probably doesn't even know who I am but Adam sure loved his Bro. I will never forget you Adam thank you for all you've done for me.
Mingus Fine
August 05, 2006 | Boulder, CO
Let's see...it was more than four years ago. I didn't even know about this web page until two years after it happened, but i'm so glad to see the outpouring of love for him. He was my older brother, and though he seemed always to be out adventuring, i never knew he was always thinking of me. Later, when his friends from around he country were gathered in our house after the wake, i finally understood what i meant to him, and i'm sure he always knew what he meant to me. I love him so much, and...
Andrew Davis
January 04, 2006 | Denton, TX
Adam Davis, what a terrific guy.
There's not a day that goes by, where he is not loved, missed and remembered with a sigh. Carelessly you might find yourself sleeping into the day, or being mesmerized by beautiful music and art in a spectacular way. These were things that Adam had done, they reflect what has been and what has just begun. Its been near two years, his family & friends know,he didnt just die, he went with the flow.
Ryan Mills
November 19, 2003 | Kenai, AK
Remembered By
Susan Sprayberry
June 25, 2002 | Lafayette, GA
Hey Adam, just thought I'd say hello. Hope all is well for you. I must express that we are truly alone without you here on earth. I always feel as though you're around even though these are mere memories it helps to feel your presence. I will be in touch, bro. Take it easy. Love and Respect, Ryan
Ryan Mills
March 13, 2002 | Fairbanks, AK
My deepest apolgy and sympathy to your family in your time of hurting.
Lyndsey Byrns
February 20, 2002 | Las Vegas, NV
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your son! My friend Shane Edwards passed away a year and a half ago and i still miss him dearly! It's not easy but it will get better! Shane was my best friend and i know its not the same but i am very sorry! My prayers are with you!
Love in Christ,
Jessica McCollum
Jessica McCollum
February 19, 2002 | Memphis, TN
oh my god!!!! this guy is so handsome, and i am so sorry to hear that he died. my prayers will go out to the family of this victim, and i will not only ask for courage and for a better future but also for the family can hold strong and bravely. i started to cry (believe it or not) because it made me unhappy to know what had ocurred to such a beautiful, outgoing, decent young man. love to all of the family members....and love to adam. to contact me,,,write to my [email protected]
Samantha Ramirez
February 15, 2002 | Perth Amboy, NJ
