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DR. WALTER L. "LEFTY" DAVIES

1926 - 2016

WALTER DAVIES Obituary

DR. WALTER L. "LEFTY" DAVIES Dr. Walter L. "Lefty" Davies, 90, Kansas City, KS, died Saturday, October 29, 2016 at his home. Visitation will be from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Tuesday, November, 1 at the Porter Funeral Home, 1835 Minnesota Ave., Kansas City, KS. Graveside Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial contributions to the Disabled American Veterans, 4101 S. 4th St., Leavenworth, KS 66048. Lefty was born September 11, 1926, in Kansas City, KS, the son of Roy and Queene Davies. He grew up in Kansas City KS and was a 1944 graduate of Wyandotte High School. Lefty joined the U. S. Marine Corp and served in the Pacific during World War II. On September 30, 1946 he married Peggy Chapin in Kansas City KS. Lefty enrolled at Emporia State University and earned his bachelor's degree in 1953. In 1953 he joined the faculty at Rosedale Junior/Senior High School and was named head football coach in 1955 and Principal there in 1962. He then went on to receive his Doctorate Degree from the University of Kansas. In 1966 he became assistant superintendent for curriculum and instruction for Kansas City Kansas Public Schools, where he oversaw the districts renovations, improvements and additions to the district's school facilities. Lefty served in that position until his retirement in 1991. He was preceded in death by his wife Peggy in 2015 and brothers, Glen Davies, Dr. Alton Davies and sister, Pauline Hazelton. He is survived by 3 children and their spouses, Danny and Kathy Davies, Barry and Susan Davies, Geri Davies, 6 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren. (Condolences may be expressed at: www.porterfuneralhome.com Arrangements: Porter Funeral Home & Crematory, 1835 Minnesota Ave. Kansas City, KS (913) 621-6400) Porter Funeral Homes and Crematory

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Published by Kansas City Star on Oct. 30, 2016.

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Theresa Hicks Van Goethem

October 24, 2022

I thought of Dr. Davies on Saturday as Rosedale hosted the Inaugural Hall of Fame ceremony. He would have so appreciated the memories of RHS and loved the Barry came to watch. I continue to have many fond memories of working with Dr. Davies. And loved that he always called me, "that little Hicks girl..".

November 7, 2016

I lived across the street from the Davies for 12 years. I did not talk to them much but I always looked out my window overlooking their home and watched out for them. Mr. Davies seemed to be a strong independent determined person. I was able to help him a couple times in those years. I remember one time Mr. Davies fell by his mailbox on a cold very snowy day and I ran over to help him and I said you should not be outside in this weather and he said "I never said I was the smartest person". His response always stuck with me because I see myself like him in the future. Rest in Peace. John Budd. KCK.

October 31, 2016

Rest In Peace, Dr. Davies.

Linda Conley

October 31, 2016

My sincere condolences to the family of Dr. Davies. Felt lucky to know your father as I was a Teacher in USD#500 for 34 years. He was a fair and great Administrator, who I respected greatly.May he rest in peace. Thoughts and prayers for you on your loss.

October 30, 2016

My condolences to you

October 30, 2016

I am so sorry for your loss. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

Theresa Van Goethem (Hicks)

October 30, 2016

Having known Dr. Davies first as a 'dad in the neighborhood', it was an honor to work with him in KCKPS. He was such a brilliant man, having and holding more knowledge than any of us would ever hope to acquire. He laughed at the Halloween antics 'played' in his office, but always had a good word for us. Such a grand legacy he leaves....hugs, much love and sympathy to each of you,.

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11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

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