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1949
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2012
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Joe Davila Obituary
He was born September 29, 1949 in Puerto Rico; and has been a lifelong resident of Winter Haven. He was the Director of Security & Loss Prevention for McDonald's and was of the Catholic faith. He also worked with the Winter Haven Police Department, Polk County Sheriff's Department, Drug Enforcement Administration and the U.S. Secret Service.
Joe was preceded in death by his father, Jose Manuel Davila and brother Eddie Davila. Survivors include his daughters, Ivonne Lemieux (Bobby) of Winter Haven and Stacie Rogers of St. Cloud; sons, Joe Davila Jr of Winter Haven and Sean Davila of Winter Haven; four grandchildren; mother, Carmen Cruz; and fiancé, Lori Knapp of Winter Haven.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 pm until the funeral service 6:00 pm Monday, April 9, 2012 at the Marion Nelson Funeral Home in Lake Wales.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Ronald McDonald House (Attn: Charitable Accounting, One Kroc Drive, Oak Brook, IL 60523 - forms are available at the funeral home).
To view the service webcast please click here.
Memories and Condolences
for Joe Davila
CHERYL ABATE
April 3, 2022
I MISS THIS WONDERFUL CO WORKER AND MAN WHO I WAS SO PRIVLEDGED TO CALL MY FRIEND. MISSING YOU SO MUCH JOE I THINK OF YOU OFTEN. YOU MADE SUCH AN IMPACT ON MY LIFE AN I ENJOYED MEETING YOU AND WORKING WITH YOU. TRULY AN AMAZING INSPIRING PERSON. LOVE YOU TO THE MOON AND BACK AND MISS YOU ALWAYS..... CHERYL (MCDONALDS)
CHERYL ABATE
April 5, 2021
STILL MISSING YOU JOE! MCDONALDS HAS CHANGED ALOT SINCE YOU LEFT US, BUT THERE IS NOT A DAY GOES BY I DONT THINK OF YOU AND REMEMBER YOUR FRIENDSHIP. MISS YOU SO MUCH! LOVE CHER
Joe Davila Jr.
May 3, 2012
Dad so many words can't describe the way feel right now, but all I have is good memories of us laughing and joking. I wish we were different.... But we are to much alike and I am proud to know that and I am proud to have called you my father. I love you with all my heart and soul.. Until we meet again see you soon.
Ivonne Lemieux
April 11, 2012
I have a huge hole in my heart that no one can fill. What I wouldn't give to walk in the door and see you relaxing by the pool with Lori. Sadly I know I will never see your face when I walk in the door, or hear your voice over the phone. Enjoy the view of the open sea from heaven. I'm proud to say that I'm your daughter, and you're my dad. I love you always.
Ivonne
Jonathan Falco
April 9, 2012
Joe thanks for all the good times and lasting memories. I am forever grateful for all you did for me and my family. You were a great mentor and friend. R.I.P.
Leah Souza
April 9, 2012
Lori and family, So very sorry for your loss. I hope the fond memories you have of Joe will help you all get through this difficult and painful time. My thoughts are with you.
Chari Souza
April 9, 2012
Lori - saying prayers for you and for all those that loved Joe. I'm so sorry that this wonderful man that was in your life and meant so much to you has passed away. May your love for him and the memories you shared help keep you strong as you mourn his loss.
Diane Cuccolo
April 9, 2012
Aunt Carmen and Family,
Your are in the hearts of others who care about you and pray for you as god eases your sorrow and replaces it with sweet memories.......
Our Deepest Sympathy to All,
Love
Diane and Anthony Cuccolo
Mary Ramirez
April 9, 2012
Dear Carman
I may not be there with you in body, but I am with you in sorrow, sympathy and prayer. I know this is the worst thing that a parent could possibly go through. May you find comfort in knowing that he and Eddie have be re-united again as brothers just like when they were your little boys and you now have 2 Guardian Angels watching over you and who will help you get through this. Until we all meet them again, my sincere sympathy to you. I am thinking about you and my prayers have been with you ever since I heard the news. He will truly be missed
Love Always, Mary Beth
Cheryl Abate
April 9, 2012
The Davilla Family,
I know the words "I am sorry" cannot convey how I am feeling at this moment. I have known Joe through McDonald's the past 6 years, and I have never met a more passionate, truly caring person. I will truly miss him so very much. Joe was always there for me, not only as a business associate, but as my friend. He has given me some very good advice on different issues at different crossroads in my life. Part of my heart is broken today, as I remember what a truly amazing person Joe was. May God grant you peace and the faith to carry on, for I know it will be truly difficult in the months ahead. I do know one thing, with Joe up in heaven guiding and watching over us, this makes me smile and feel extremely safe.
Much Love and Peace to all of you,
Carla Wells
April 9, 2012
Lori - My prayers are with you & Joe's family.
Melissia Ford
April 9, 2012
Lori and Joe's family, my thoughts and prayers are with you. May God bring comfort, peace and joy as you reflect back on all of the great memories you've had with Joe. Blessings to you all.
Wendy Cavin
April 9, 2012
Joe was one of the nicest people I have ever met and so supportive of my efforts in anything we worked on together. I will miss him very much and his family is in my prayers.
Donna Ramirez
April 9, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Laurie Saunders
April 8, 2012
I will always consider myself very lucky to have had Joe as a friend. What a loving, caring, fun person he was. My family spent countless weekends for years with Trish, Joe and the kids. We were our own little family. I will always cherish the love we shared and will keep you in my heart forever.
Aline Henaghan
April 8, 2012
Prayers and light are guiding you as you enter God's kingdom...your peace is now and God's kingdom is wonderful.
I had many great words with this wonderful man, about life, family, and work. You will be missed greatly ...
May the Angels comfort you, transport you softly and quickly as you enter God's kingdom, and he welcomes you with open arms....
Until I meet you again in person, thank you for your kindness and words ... Aline
April 8, 2012
Dear Family and loved ones of Joe,
I took care of Joe when in Chicago, and will miss him dearly. A kind man, a gentle spirit, and kind heart.
From our talks on life in the world, scuba diving, and police work, he will be a bright light shining always when I think of him.
Please when you see bright stars in the night, and are thinking of Joe, just know that he is among you.
Many prayers for comfort to all family, friends, and loved ones as we know that our prayers have softly and quickly had the angels take him to heaven in a blink of time.
God's blessings to you all as our friend walks in a place all waiting for us...until we meet Joe again... Aline, Oak Lawn, IL
April 8, 2012
Joe,
You were truly a great person. You touched so many lives. You were a great father and a true friend to so many. You will be missed by all. You are at peace now. I will never forget you. Love Trish
Colette Bolduc
April 8, 2012
Dear Lori and Joe's family, my heart goes out to you all and may each day ahead provide you with love and kindness
Colette Bolduc
April 8, 2012
Joe,
You were larger than life and truly the best father and friend. There was not anyone you did not give everything you could to. You will be greatly missed and my life is better for having known you. Rest in peace now and always remember I love you and will always cherish our short time we had together.
Lori
Marcia Cornett
April 7, 2012
Joe, you are probably already playing jokes on the angels up there...you will certainly be missed down here. God bless you.
Waldo Lorente
April 6, 2012
Joe,
Rest in peace my brother from Waldo And Josie, and the entire Police Family.
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