Douglas Bruce Davidian

1952 - 2021

Douglas Bruce Davidian
September 6, 1952 - April 11, 2021
Fresno, California - Douglas Bruce Davidian entered into his eternal rest to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus on Sunday, April 11, 2021. He was born on Sept. 6, 1952, in Los Angeles, CA to Horsrof "Horace" and Dolores Davidian. Doug's high energy as a child evolved into his lawn cutting business at age 8. For 50 cents, using a push mower, the neighborhood lawns were beautifully maintained. Nothing stopped Doug from delivering the Fresno Bee on his Schwinn bicycle. Sweat pouring from their foreheads, Monte Doris and Doug, shovels in hand, took on a job to dig a regulation size swimming pool. While attending Hamilton Junior High and Fresno High School, Doug excelled in academics and athletics. Doug's exploring spirit prompted him to fulfill his dream of travel. With his parents blessings, Doug embarked on a three month trip throughout the U.S. Fearless and jubilant, Doug got behind the wheel of his Dad's dark green Ford van, loaded to the max with food by Mom, and departed in a whirlwind of waves, tears and good-bys. After returning from his adventure, Doug graduated from California State University, Fresno, in 1974. He taught at Coarsegold Union Elementary. Visions of entrepreneurship evolved into the many successful businesses Doug built: California Business Furnishings, Desk Chairs & More and Contract Interiors. Doug was a connector, problem solver, and visionary honored by Inc. 500 Fastest Growing Companies. Doug's unselfish interest in others was personified through his commitment to his community. He spent immeasurable time serving organizations devoted to helping young people and entrepreneurs. Doug was elected President of the Chamber of Commerce, Economic Development Corp., board member of Read Fresno, Kepler School, Clovis Unified School District, One by One Leadership, Fresno Business Council, and Community Medical Centers. Comforted in the assurance their son is in the eternal care of Jesus, his Savior, are parents, Horsrof and Dolores Davidian; sister, Breena and her husband, Terry McKenna. Reflecting on cherished memories are Doug's sons, Nathaniel and Gabriel Davidian; daughter, Tiffany Dow, grandchildren, Olivia Brown, Sam, Jack, Benjamin Dow. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, May 1, 2021 at 10:30 am. at The Well Community Church, 4545 N. Palm, Fresno. Masks are required.