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He graduated from the University of Oregon with a Bachelors in Political Science and then went on to earn a Masters Degree in Education from Grand Canyon University.
Davis was a beloved part of many different communities. Davis spent years educating the youth in both Oregon City and Lake Oswego. He was a light of positivity and leadership for both students and his colleagues. His memory will live on with all of those people he was able to reach in the public school system.
Since his time in college Davis also worked diligently as a basketball referee. Through his hard work and dedication, he climbed the ranks of college basketball. Davis was able to work Division one basketball games as well as earning spots in numerous post season assignments. These were accomplishments that were very dear to his heart.
Davis touched many hearts and always valued kindness, family, love, and compassion for others. He leaves behind his Mother Joellen, brother Grant, sister-in-law Olivia, and dog Tucker.
As he always said, "The beers are cold, and the greens are slick up there in heaven."
Fairways and Greens, Davis.
Our family will be having a private service - so please respect our privacy at this time.
There will be a memorial charity golf tournament in the summer of 2026 that all are welcome to attend.
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Phillip Hinrichs
June 6, 2025
Working on the court with Davis was a lucky experience early in my career and blessed to learn from his leadership, blessed to call him my friend, and blessed by his character that left an impression on me for over 12 years.
Brian
June 5, 2025
I was fortunate to have the opportunity of officiating with Davis´s father Jim and a few years later his son named Davis. Both of whom I have the utmost respect for as basketball referees but more importantly as people. You could tell at a very early age Davis was going to be a star! And he is and always will be just like his father.
BK
Stephanie Rolen
June 4, 2025
I met Davis in 2013 when we worked together in a middle school behavior classroom. We quickly became close friends-supporting students and each other through the years.
Around that time, I was coaching and he was chasing his dream of becoming a DI official. He convinced me to come watch him work a scrimmage, and that moment changed my life. With his encouragement, I stepped into officiating and it became one of my greatest passions.
Davis mentored me, challenged me, made me laugh, got me connected to others and believed in me. His loyalty, heart, and positivity were unmatched.
He was taken far too soon. I´m still in disbelief. We lost a truly good one.
Ryan King
June 4, 2025
I knew Davis through High School basketball. He always had a smile on his face and you could tell he loved officiating. He would brighten any gym and it was an honor to have him working our games. He will be missed, but never forgotten.
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Jay Yedziniak
June 4, 2025
I knew Davis through golf. He was always kind and competitive. I will miss seeing him at the course. Jay
Josh Lloyd
June 4, 2025
Rest in peace buddy you will be missed.
ANTHONY GREGORY
June 3, 2025
It's an honor to celebrate the remarkable life journey of Davis, whose passion for officiating illuminated countless games and touched so many lives.
Davis wasn't just an official; he was a mentor & friend to many, always willing to share his experience and offer a kind word.
My prayers are with Davis' family and loved ones during this difficult time.
Thank you for your friendship and the impact you made in my life. Rest in peace!
-AG
ANTHONY GREGORY
June 3, 2025
Andre Springer
June 3, 2025
Davis Take care and rest eay my Friend.
You will be missed.
Andre' Springer
Shanan Rosenberg
June 3, 2025
My heart is heavy beyond words learning of our loss of Davis Torgerson. In 30 years of coaching basketball, I have come across very few officials and men who carried themselves with the professionalism, spirit and positive energy that Davis did. He inspired me.
I can only imagine the significant impact he had on students, family, community and friends.
My sincerest condolences and hopes for healing to all in his inner circle. And while was not in his inner circle, he always made me feel like I was. The basketball world will miss him dearly and are all better because of him.
With a heavy heart and love,
Shanan Rosenberg "Coach Rose"
Rick Rutherford
June 2, 2025
I will miss you my friend. You touched so many more than you know. I will forever remember you and try and treat others as you did.
Play a round with my dad. You´ll love him. Like you he was well liked by many. God Speed Davis Torgerson. I love you man.
Leann
May 31, 2025
I have had the pleasure of having Davis in my life since he was a kindergarten. He was an absolute pleasure . And then working with him later in life at Ogden Middle School and Watching him do what he loved. I was devastated when I heard the news this is a hard one. May you be playing a round of golf with you dad and talking about old times we will miss you forever Davis you were one in a million.
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