Orson Kirby Davis

Orson Kirby "Kirby" Davis passed away on September 28, 2025.

Born May 6, 1937, in Orangeville, UT, to Robert Glenn Davis and

Elva Tatton Davis, Kirby was the third youngest of 11 children.

Kirby graduated from South Emery High School in 1955.

He married the love of his life, Lyndsey Ruth Majors, on July 9,

1960, and they raised three daughters in Murray.

In 1964, Kirby began a 40-year career at Peterbilt, retiring in

2002, but continued delivering trucks for Peterbilt post-

retirement. He was widely known and respected in the

trucking industry.

Kirby was an avid runner, completing 26 marathons, including

the Boston Marathon twice. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and

other adventurous activities.

Diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease in 2000, Kirby remained

active for many years; and he fought until his end to stay busy.

He is preceded in death by his daughter, Shawna, his parents,

and his siblings. He is survived by his wife, Lyndsey; daughters

Sherri (Barry) and Michelle (Gavin); 6 grandchildren, and 13

great-grandchildren.

A celebration of Kirby's life will be held Saturday, October 11,

2025, at Memorial Redwood Mortuary, 6500 South Redwood

Road, West Jordan, at 11am. Viewings will be held Friday,

October 10, 6-8pm and Saturday 10-10:45am.

The family wishes to thank the caregivers at Legacy Village

Assisted Living Center in St. George for the love and care they

provided Dad during the last few years of his life.