Roger Davis Obituary
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Luis Valentine
August 8, 2015
Thinking of you, Roger! Always Remembered!
john-fredrick williams
August 10, 2010
oh cuz-cuz, the last year has been rough, with out my cousin that was more of a twin. i send up a loud bop-2 bop-2, and a giggle for margie brastraphair. very few hours pass without you popping into my head. i would not have that any other way. have fun up there, j-f
For Dear Roger.............
Luis Valentine
August 8, 2010
Roger, you are not forgotten. I cherish our creative and wild times together and I hope that someday I will see you again! I just wish I could have given you just one more hug! I will always remember you with much affection and warmth! I will always hold your memory dear! Love you always!
Leslie Brady Reamer
July 19, 2010
It's almost been a year
since you've been gone.
We've managed somehow
to keep going on.
I miss your sweet self
O! How I wish you were still here!
You were my best friend, Roger,
you were so very dear.
I'd give anything to have
just one more day.
So I could tell you everything
I didn't get to say.
We'll be together again
I know you're just waiting for me.
We'll hug and laugh and sing,
It'll be the way it used to be.
But until that moment
when I see you, standing there,
know how much I miss you,
know how much I care.
How you can show support
Notify Me
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
August 19, 2009
Dear Family, I am so sorry for your lost. I was friends with Roger since we were in fifth grade until I moved to Alabama. We had many laughs together and fun tiimes he was truly a friend. I sorry we lost contact. I would always ask about him but nobody knew where he was that I asked. My prayers are with your family
Margaret Cooper Nygaard
August 19, 2009
Dear Freddie and Bootsie- I only just heard the news, and cannot tell you how my heart is breaking. I had been thinking about Roger alot, especially in the last several weeks, and had started searching for him. To know that we will never again laugh, sing, or make music together again in this life breaks my heart, but is nothing compared to your pain. You are in my thoughts and prayers. I wish you peace.
Mary Ellen,Stephen and Stacy
August 14, 2009
Freddie,
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Lori Gail Anthony
August 14, 2009
You will always be in my heart. God Bless
Luis Valentine
August 14, 2009
Roger my friend I love you always. I'll always remember your warmth and sweetness. You are always in my thoughts and prayers. I will cherish all of our good times together, your sweet blue eyes, and your kind and gentle smile. These are things I will keep with me always. Thank you, dear Roger! Love Forever!
Robin Story
August 14, 2009
Freddie,
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Leslie Reamer
August 14, 2009
Freddie, you have my deepest sympathies on the loss of your brother. Roger was warm, loving, sweet, kind, wickedly funny and one of my best friends. Already my world seems a lot more somber and a lot less bright. He was always the Brad to my Janet & I could count on him to be there for me for everything from jokes to broken hearts. I loved him dearly; we ended each phone call with promises that I would come visit him so he could show me New York City and he always told me he loved me. I wish I had gone to visit and I wish I could tell him how much I loved him - one more time. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers and I hope it will be alright if we come visit you in the near future. I know you'll miss him. So will I. leslie
lesllie reamer
August 14, 2009
It's 5:00 am & I've only just found outabout Roger. I am devastated, as I imagine you must be. It seems like my world is a lot less bright & I can't imagine him not being here. He was gentle, loving, funny, kind. Oh my, he's gone too soon and I didn't get to say I loved him, one more time.
My thoughts and prayers are with you & I hope to see you soon.
Raymond and Annette Berry and Children
August 13, 2009
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2009
Leon Owens
August 13, 2009
"Freddie & Bootsie", I'm very sorry to hear about Roger. It's been a long time since the old Neighborhood. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Showing 1 - 14 of 14 results
Make a Donation
in Roger Davis's name
People and places connected with Roger
Recent Obituaries
How to support Roger's loved ones
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Roger Davis's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
Sponsored