Keith Davis Obituary
Born in Coventry, England in May 1936, he attended Northampton Grammar School and the University of Birmingham, England, where he earned a BSc in metallurgy. In 1957 Keith moved to Canada to attend University of British Columbia for postgraduate work and obtained an MASc and PhD. He loved Canada from the beginning and had especially fond memories of his Vancouver days and the many friends he made there. In 1961 he moved to Ottawa to take a position as a materials research scientist at CANMET, Energy, Mines and Resources Canada. He was a well respected research scientist, a Fellow of the American Society for Metals (ASM), who always spoke highly of his colleagues. His logical mind served him well at work and in all aspects of his life. He was a dedicated, thoughtful caring father, husband and person.
"To the well organized mind death is but the next great adventure." J.K. Rowling
As per Keith's wishes there will be no service or funeral. Donations may be sent to Camp Trillium (camps for children with cancer) in memory of Keith Davis. https://donate.camptrillium.com/main/info
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Renata Zavadil
December 19, 2016
My deepest condolences to Jenifer and family. Keith was a very good colleague of mine in Ottawa.
Patricia Jackson
December 14, 2016
Our hearts go out to you and your family, Jennifer. May your lifetime of shared memories bring you comfort. - Pat & Guy
Mary Bond
December 12, 2016
May you find peace. Thinking of you - Mary Bond
Chris C
December 12, 2016
Mike and family, Please accept my deepest sympathies for your loss. My thoughts are with you and the rest of your family at this difficult time.
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Erin OCS
December 11, 2016
You were both so brave! Thinking of you as you adjust to life post-Keith. He will always be with you.
Mahi Sahoo
December 11, 2016
My heart-felt condolences, Jennifer. Keith was one of the best scientists in my Casting program. His in-depth knowledge of casting technology and excellent research ideas helped me tremendously and other members of the casting program benefited a lot. He was a good man, easy to talk and get along. I have many good fond memories of Keith as a scientist and person. I will miss him despite the fact that I am now retired.
Wendy Stewart
December 11, 2016
Our hearts are with you, Jennifer. We remember Keith at your cottage on Upper Rideau Lake - and the good times. With deepest condolences,
Wendy and Ron Stewart
Jan Salmon
December 11, 2016
My condolences, Jennifer, to you and your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Maggie McCoy
December 11, 2016
Keith was a lovely man who met his health challenges with incredible fortitude and grace. I will miss his kindly smile.
Costanzos.
December 10, 2016
Fondest thoughts to all the family. Isy & Ron
Linda and Steve Booth
December 10, 2016
Thinking of you at this time. Our condolences to you and your family.
December 10, 2016
Condolences to you Jennifer. thinking of you at this time. Kind regards, Mary Richardson
Bert Treichel
December 9, 2016
Shirley and I offer our deepest sympathy to Jennifer and family on Keith's passing. We have such fond memories of the Davises hosting Bowmoor Avenue get-togethers and I recall and enjoyed the occasional association with Keith when we both worked at Energy Mines and Resources.
Amjad Javaid
December 9, 2016
My deep condolences to Jennifer and family. He was a good friend and mentor for me when I joined MTL-CANMET 20 years ago.
Amjad Javaid
December 9, 2016
My deep condolences to Jennifer and family. He was a good friend and mentor for me when I joined MTL-CANMET 20 years ago.
Peter Newcombe
December 9, 2016
Keith was such a good natured person with a great sense of humour. I had the pleasure to work with him for several years. He always valued the contributions of those around him.
December 9, 2016
My deep condolences; he was a good mentor for me when I joined Canmet 20 years ago.
December 9, 2016
Our condolences to Mike,Amy and your families...Bob and Mary-Beth Tkachuk.
Doug Boyd
December 9, 2016
Bev and I send our condolences to Jennifer and family. We will remember the good times with Keith at PMRL, Far Hills, Eldorado Curling....
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