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Reynold Davis Obituary
August 23, 1931 - December 29, 2022
Cypress, Texas - Reynold Davis, a teacher in the Shawnee Mission School District for 40 years, died peacefully on December 29th at the age of 91. While a resident of Kansas most of his life except for a short 2-year period serving in the Army, he had moved to Texas in 2018 to be closer to family living there.
Known as simply 'Davis' to many of his friends, he had earned the respect of his colleagues and students over his numerous years of teaching. He was a member of Phi Beta Kappa as well as studying at Oxford, England for a summer semester. His impact on many of his former students was evident by the fact that he had stayed in touch with them until the time of his death.
He was preceded in death by his wife and son but survived by a daughter, four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren, His sense of humor was renowned only surpassed by his great love of baseball, ice cream and peanut clusters.
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Dan Coleman
October 10, 2025
Of all my teachers at SM West I think of Mr. Davis the most these days. I still remember some of the funny things he said, 35 years later now. I had him for World History and Civics. One of my favorite memories was when he was congratulating (but also gently ribbing) a student who had just made the drill team and was going on and on about it. He said, "You know, I was on drill team myself. It was called the United States Army. We were a really good drill team and we practiced a lot, every day." RIP, Mr. Davis. I hope you're standing behind a solid gold lectern somewhere now.
Laura
February 17, 2025
An exacting teacher, a provocative teacher and a great friend - the Big Toad is missed. Thanks for listening, your spot-on comments and your sense of humor. Evenings with you and Shirley were the best!
April Davis
May 20, 2024
Flowers for GPa...thinking of you.
April Davis
May 20, 2024
April Davis
January 21, 2023
Grandpapa at a party at Birdie´s with granddaughters Cara, Kristen and April.
April Davis
January 20, 2023
April Davis
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January 12, 2023
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April Davis
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April Davis
January 6, 2023
Grandpa and great-granddaughter, Gabby, who is now 13.
Corliss Jacobs
January 6, 2023
I remember Reynold sitting back, quietly listening to everyone´s viewpoints, and then either making a wry comment or asking a penetrating question. I also remember his undying support for teachers and students.
Janine Sisk
January 5, 2023
As a long time teacher at SMWest, it was a privilege to get to know Reynold! He was so special and kind to everyone including his students. They were drawn to his kindness and gentle way. I always knew where to go if I needed an uplifting word. What a fun and sweet man he was. My heart goes out to his family and his dear friend Seth McClintock.
Marcia Brox
January 5, 2023
Al and I taught with Reynold at Shawnee Mission West. Al was a colleague in the Social Science Dept. and I taught English. We respected Reynold as a scholarly, gentle man. I remember the beautiful tea roses in his yard.
Carl Owczarzak
January 5, 2023
He was a great teacher and colleague. I enjoyed teaching with him at SM West. He will be missed.
Seth McC
January 5, 2023
Davis,
One of the most intelligent individuals I have known. He was committed to the fight for student and teacher rights. His humor was his defense in that struggle.
Barbara Davis
January 4, 2023
"Gramps" was a very sweet and humble man. He loved April and Grant and they loved and respected him so very much. He will be missed.
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