Ronald A. Davis

1935 - 2023

CANANDAIGUA/RUSHVILLE- Ronald A. Davis, age 87, entered his Savior's presence, and is no doubt singing with the Heavenly Choir, on Thursday, June 1, 2023.

Friends may call on Friday, (June 9) from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Kenneth J. Perkins Funeral Home in Gorham. A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, (June 10) at 1 p.m. at the Middlesex Baptist Church. Private burial will follow in Overackers Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Middlesex Baptist Church, P.O. Box 57, Middlesex, NY 14507 or to LeTorneau Christian Conference Center, 4950 County Road 11, Rushville, NY 14544 or to the House of John Hospice Home, 14 Spring St., Clifton Springs, NY 14432.

Ron was born on September 19, 1935 to the late Francis "Happy" and Helen Dorman Davis. He was a graduate of Middlesex Valley Central School, Class of 1953. After high school he worked briefly for Agway and was part of the roadcrew that helped construct I-490. He went on to attend LeTorneau College in Longview, Texas graduating in 1960. He also spent one year at the University of Oklahoma obtaining his Masters Degree in Mathematics.

Ron was Principal of the Marcus-Whitman Junior-Senior High School for 30 years. He served as Principal for Lima Christian School for eight years. Ron then served as interim director at LeTorneau Christian Conference Center for two and a half years. This was followed by employment at Document Reprocessors from which he retired after 17 years.

Ron had a true love for music. He sang in numerous music groups. He also enjoyed sports. He played basketball in college and was the coach of the basketball team at Middlesex Valley Central School. Ron was an avid Texas Rangers, fan who did his best to never miss watching a game. He served on the Middlesex Volunteer Ambulance and the Middlesex Hose Company for many years. He has attended the Middlesex Baptist Church since his teen years. Ron served on the Board of Directors for LeTorneau Christian Conference Center for several decades.

Ron is survived by his wife of 65 years, Carol; one daughter, Rebecca Ann (Peter) Suttmeier; one granddaughter, Sarabeth (David) Ames; great-grandchildren, Natalie and Joseph Ames; three brothers, Floyd "Skip" (Pat) Davis, Eugene (Sharon) Davis and Ray (Linda) Davis; one brother-in-law, Emmett "Butch" (Judy) Smith; as well as many nieces and nephews.

Ron was predeceased by his parents; his son, John M. Davis; son-in-law, Joseph Paine; and a grandson, Stephen W. Paine.

Ron was deeply loved by his family and was a mentor to many.

The family wishes to extend their deepest appreciation to the House of John Hospice Home in Clifton Springs for the wonderful care he received during his brief stay there.

Please visit www.kenperkinsfuneralhome.com to send a message of condolence to the Davis Family.