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Harold Davis Obituary
HAROLD H.
Beloved and devoted husband, father and grandfather, passed away on Sat., May 13, 2006 from Alzheimer-related complications. He is survived by his wife Bernice of 55 years and his three children, Jonathan of Newton, MA, Kenneth of Cooper City, FL and Ellen of New York, NY. He is also survived by the four grandchildren he so adored, Stephen, Molly, Andrew and Lauren, two daughters-in-law, Jeanette and Margot and two sisters, Ida Ruck of Frederick, MD and Evelyn Swadow of Pikesville, MD. Dr. Davis received his Bachelor of Science and Doctor of Dental Surgery degrees from the University of Pittsburgh. He served as a Captain in the U.S. Air Force and practiced dentistry in Pittsburgh for 33 years. He had a lust for life and a passion for people, animals, knowledge and justice. Dr. Davis was a charter member and active participant in the Academy for Life Long Learning. He touched many lives and will be deeply missed by his family, friends and former patients. Services at RALPH SCHUGAR CHAPEL INC., 5509 Centre Avenue, Shadyside on Monday at 11:00 AM Visitation 1 hour prior to services (10-11AM). Interment Homewood Cemetery/ Star of David section. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be sent to Alzheimer's Assoc. 225 N. Michigan Ave., Fl 17, Chicago, IL 60601-7633 or American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, 424 E. 92nd St. New York NY 10128
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Sheri Fischer
May 16, 2006
Family of Dr. Davis;
I was so sorry to hear about your loss. It was an honor to know and work with him during 1970-72. He encouraged me to finish my degree, and I was thankful for the confidence he had in me. He will be truly missed.
Alison and Mark Duato
May 15, 2006
Our dearest Davis Family,
We are both so saddened on this day. Our hearts are with all of you through the next few days and beyond. We truly wish that our schedules could have allowed us to be there to hug and hold all of you very tightly.
I will never forget the first time I met Harold and his beautiful wife, Bunny! I can honestly say - in my lifetime I have not had the good fortune of meeting a person or persons that have touched my inner soul so deeply that you almost feel "changed" in someway.
Well, then I met Harold!
He was that person - for me. He almost had a way of looking through you and seeing "everything". That was so comforting and "calming" to me. You couldn't pretend with Harold - he wouldn't let you! He would accept nothing less than you just being yourself. And for that, I thank him and will always, always hold him close to my heart.
Jon, Margot, Stephen and my Molly - I will see you on your return. I think "I" might need a hug.
Always, Alison xoxoxo
Alison and Mark Duato
May 15, 2006
Our dearest Davis Family,
We are both so saddened on this day. Our hearts are with all of you through the next few days and beyond. We truly wish that our schedules could have allowed us to be there to hug and hold all of you very tightly.
I will never forget the first time I meet Harold and his beautiful wife, Bunny! I can honestly say - in my lifetime I have not had the good fortune of meeting a person or persons that have touched my inner soul so deeply that you almost feel "changed" in someway. Well, then I met Harold! He was that person - for me. He almost had a way of looking through you and seeing "everything". That was so comforting and "calming" to me. You couldn't pretend with Harold - he wouldn't let you! He would accept nothing less than you just being yourself. And for that, I thank him and will always, always hold him close to my heart.
Jon, Margot, Stephen and my Molly - I will see you on your return, I think "I" might need a hug.
Always, Alison and of course Mark
Ruth Cooney
May 15, 2006
Dear Family, Working for Dr Davis was a pleasure. He was an beautiful person.
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Nancy Pushak
May 14, 2006
Dear Bunny and family,
My heart aches for you and your family. Harold was a dear friend and will be missed. Prayers and love to help you in this trying time.
Best Love, Nancy and John Pushak
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