Leonard M. "Duke" Davis

"Uncle Duke" Thank for being my father's best friend. You always came and visited with us at least once a week when we were kids and always had an envelope or present for us every Christmas. You were a wonderful man and like an uncle to us. We will miss you so much, but I believe you are in heaven with all your family and friends. You certianly earned your wings here on earth. I will and my family too always miss you. Bless you dear friend...Maria Dominguez

I had the privilege and honor of becoming acquainted with Mr. Davis through Dry Creek Conservancy. My children and I will enjoy the park in our neighborhood named in his honor for many years to come and remember him fondly. Mr. Davis' contributions to Roseville and the surrounding communities will stand unmatched.

It is fortunate for all of us that Duke had the artistic interest, talent, and passion to memorialize Roseville's coming of age through his writings. What he taught me has been very helpful in laying the foundation for the book I am writing about Roseville's political history during the years from 1983 to 2005 - a time when change brought maturity to our community. ...

I learned how to be a great historian from Duke. My biggest regret is leaving Roseville without collaborating with him on a history. The world will be a much emptier and lest storied place without him.

Duke was the most amazing and intelligent men that I had ever met. Im so glad that we got to celebrate your birthday this past June together. Duke was a very dear lifelong friend to my parents..Hank and Bessi Dains. I know Duke you are up in heaven with my dad planning your next venture together. Roseville has lost a great man. You will truly be missed but never forgotten. Thanks for so many memories and all of the books you have given to me. I will treasure them always. Rest in peace...

I'm deeply sorry for the loss of your loved one.May loving words comfort your family at this time of sorrow. (Isaiah 57:15)

I always referred to Duke as my "step-dad person." We appreciate the companionship, kindness, humor and compassion that he provided for my mom and our entire family over these past several decades. We will miss him so much. I will even miss his frequent jokes about living in Texas!
Love you, Duke.
Gail

We could have spent hours with Duke talking about the local history and the various significant events over the past 150 years that happened in and around Roseville. The sparkle in his eyes when he shared his thoughts and excitement of the history in his own neck of the woods will live in our hearts forever. Sleep on our friend. We had you for almost 80 years; HE has you for eternity. Gail Cannon and Bill Justice

I was Leonard's letter carrier for 6 years a few years ago and he was such a kind gentleman and even gave me a signed copy of his latest book of which I will always cherish! My condolences to the family.