Robert Davis II

Robert Davis II
June 6, 2024
Robert "Bob" Ellsworth Davis II (aka PMF) was called home on June 6, 2024, surrounded by his daughters and grandchildren at his home in Irons, Michigan at the age of 89. He was born on December 15, 1934, in Battle Creek, Michigan to Robert E Davis and Cornelia (Corky) Davis.
Bob (Poppa) was a father, grandfather, great grandfather, and friend.
Bob retired from West Michigan Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 174 after 45 years of service. After retirement from Local 174 he hauled across the country for Bennett Transport out of Indiana, which he loved. Bob and former wife Carol Davis owned and operated M-55 Market in Wellston, MI from 1980-1985. He also had his own Landscaping business in Battle Creek MI in his earlier years.
Bob was a huge NASCAR fan with an incredible collection of cars, he also enjoyed doing photo shoots and writing for Vette Vues Magazine, riding his Harley, and loved the hunting of nearly all species. His most favorite hunting adventures were with his great friend Larry Moffatt out west in the early years. He was an avid outdoorsman, loved his collection of guns, and was an incredible man of knowledge on most all subjects. Most of all Bob adored spending time with his grandkids and great grandkids, along with watching "his swans" come to the lake every year to have and raise their family.
Bob has been a mason for 23 years with Grand Lodge of Michigan, Manistee Lodge #228 F. & A.M.
He was preceded in death by: his parents; as well as his beloved son, Robert (Robbie) E. Davis III of Hernando, Florida.
Bob is survived by: his daughters, Michelle Norton Cedar Springs, MI and Melissa (Dan) Kasarskis of Irons, MI; daughter-in-law, Brenda Siemer of Hernando FL; grandchildren, Brittany Stumbrie of Irons, MI, Daniel (Aryn) Kasarskis of Irons, MI, and Taylor (Nick) Schilling of Wellston, MI; and five beautiful great-grandchildren, Maxwell, Alivia, Christian, Roy and Sophia. He is also survived by his best buddies, Paul "Red" Veldman, Jesse Cisneros, and favorite mechanic, Gary Riggs; and special friend, Glenda Brooks of Muskegon, MI, whom he loved dearly.
Bob's final wishes were not to have a funeral service but to have Bob's (aka PMF) Backyard BBQ Celebration. This will be held on July 13, 2024, at 3pm at his home in Irons. Please contact the family for further details if needed.
In lieu of flowers Memorial contributions can be made to Michigan Masonic Charitable Foundation or Hospice of Michigan in his name.
The Terwilliger Funeral Home, in Kaleva, is in charge of arrangements.
www.terwilligerfuneralhome.com