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William Davidson Obituary
Dr. Davidson left home in Winthrop Massachusetts at an early age for boarding school, and never really returned. He earned a Bachelor of Arts from Dartmouth College and a Doctorate of Dental Medicine from Harvard University. He held a Ph.D. in Anatomy from the University of Minnesota, which led to a distinguished career in academia, commencing at the University of Connecticut Dental School as an Associate Dean of Students to his final position at the University of Maryland School of Dentistry as the Chairman of the Department of Orthodontics. He retired as a Professor Emeritus.
Bill loved to travel and was on Operation Smile's Board of Directors. His position with Operation Smile took him around the world, to almost every continent, helping others.
Bill loved motorcycles, model airplanes, and was a huge supporter of the arts, be it opera, symphony (he was an able clarinetist), or theatre. He ran a marathon and at one time enjoyed body pump classes, much to his sons' chagrin.
Bill is survived by his sons Matt and Pete, his grandsons CJ and Thomas as well as numerous relatives from the east coast that he loved dearly. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Joan, who passed away in 2016. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him. He lived a full life. He was at peace and had no regrets.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the MD Anderson Cancer Center.
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Sheldon and Nan Gisser
January 6, 2025
Matt and Pete
Nan and I share in your grief. Bill and I were classmates and fraternity brothers at Dartmouth and remained friends. We would get together with Bill and Joan, prior to her death, when we went to Tucson.
Your Dad and I last talked on the phone in September and he didn´t sound very good then. I made several attempts to reach him by phone and email in October and November and feared that he might have passed away. Not knowing how to reach you I contacted the Dartmouth Alumni office and Rachel found the obit in the Baltimore Sun and forwarded it to me.
Again, our condolences. You were blessed with two wonderful and delightful parents.
Sheldon and Nan Gisser
Debbie Gresser Brown
January 3, 2025
Matt, Pete and family,
I was so sorry to hear of dads passing. I just sent him a happy bday wish. Scrolled down and his obituary popped up. He was one of the nicest guys I´ve ever known. Always had a smile on his face and always laughing. He will be truly missed! Thoughts and love to all the family.
Denise Puchi
December 19, 2024
I am honored to have had the privilege to meet Dr D. My son and I got to spend time with you and your family for many years.
We will miss you, but we will never forget you......
Geoffrey Ferlan
December 18, 2024
It was an honor to know Dr. Davidson - what a mensch! His son, Matt, is my dear friend and introduced me and my family to his parents.
You have never enjoyed a meal more than a Seder at Dr. and Mrs. Davidson's home... such a privilege. Dr. "D" understandably considered me a goy. Although I am 18% ethnic Jew (Ancestry.com), I never felt more knowledgeable and loved than after learning about Passover and reading from the Haggadah with the Davidson Family... Dayenu.
Dr. Davidson distinguished himself in many ways. In my opinion, how he generally treated others and helped the less fortunate stand out.
May he rest in peace.
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