Donald J. Davidson

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Donald Davidson Obituary

DAVIDSON, DONALD J., 80, of Emmett Lane died Monday, January 31 at the Philip Hulitar Hospice In-Patient Center, Providence. He was the husband of Alice (King) Davidson. Mr. and Mrs. Davidson were married 54 years this past September 9.

Born in Providence, a son of the late David and Louise (Whitcher) Davidson, he had lived in Cumberland for the past 49 years.

Mr. Davidson was an engineering manager for Texas Instruments, Attleboro for 35 years, retiring in 1989. He had previously worked at the Grinnell Corp. and Gorham Manufacturing Co.

He was a member of Calvin Presbyterian Church, Cumberland; the North Attleboro Historical Society; a member and past treasurer of the Blackstone Valley Historical Society; a member, past treasurer and past president of the Community-Ites of Cumberland; a member of the Pawtucket Chapter of the AARP and the Primrose Grange, North Smithfield.

A World War II veteran, he served in the U.S. Army and the United States Army Reserve retiring with the rank of Major in 1965. He was a life member of VFW Post #10213, Lincoln.

Mr. Davidson was active in Boy Scouts all his life. When his troop in Providence was without a leader, he took over the troop as probably one of the youngest ever scoutmasters. He continued to serve that troop, and when he was stationed at Fort Devens, he was an assistant Scoutmaster there. After moving to Arnold Mills, he soon became Boy Scoutmaster, a position he held for many years.

He was a very successful fundraiser for the Boy Scouts in their Friends of Scouting program, was the recipient of the Silver Beaver Award and served many years on the Executive Board of Narragansett Council. He was also a member of the Fleur-de-lis Club.

He enjoyed singing with the Greenville Goldenaires of Smithfield.

Besides his wife, he is survived by 3 sons, James B. Davidson of Uxbridge, MA, Richard A. Davidson of Warren and Dean S. Davidson of Barrington; 2 daughters, Margery D. Jones of Cranston and Barbara H. Casciano of Norwalk, CT; 4 granddaughters and 3 grandsons.

The funeral service, with military honors, will be held Saturday, February 5 at 11 A.M. at the Arnold Mills United Methodist Church, Nate Whipple Highway, Cumberland. Burial will be in Arnold Mills Cemetery, Cumberland.

Relatives and friends are invited and may call at BELLOWS-FALSO FUNERAL CHAPEL, 160 River Road, Lincoln Friday 5-8 P.M. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Mr. Davidson's memory to the Lewy Body Dementia Assn., Inc., P.O. Box 11390, Tempe, AZ 85284-0024 would be appreciated. For Directions and Guest Book, please visit www.legacy.com.

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Published by The Providence Journal on Feb. 2, 2005.

Memories and Condolences
for Donald Davidson

9 Entries

Michael Traynor

February 8, 2005

Margie,

I was sorry to read of your father’s passing. So across the span of many years, this note is sent to convey my deepest sympathies to you and your family. While the loss of a parent can evoke feelings of profound sadness, the depth of one’s Faith and the love and support of family and friends will always transcend such moments. I would know you to possess an abundant wealth of all three; I simply add my thoughts and prayers. Your father was a true gentleman, a man respected and respectful, who has assuredly been warmly welcomed Home.

Michael Traynor

Margery Jones

February 5, 2005

Hi Dad,

I have been thinking about you and remembering so many things from past years. I am glad you are now in a better place among friends and family. Your work here is done, and we will continue it in your honor. See you on the other side, where one day we will celebrate together. Thanks for all the good times and what I have learned from your example. God is good!! Love, Margie

Jo-Ann Ragosta

February 4, 2005

Chuck, Marge, Melissa & Michaela,

With deepest sympathy during this difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Love,

Jo-Ann, Dominic & Daniel

Frank & Madelyn Weeks

February 4, 2005

Dear Davidson Family;

We wish to express our deepest sympathy on the loss of husband, dad, grandfather. Be assured that the love of God surrounds you during this sad time. We continue to hold you up in prayer. Know this that he is in God's eternal hands and at peace.

In Christan love,

Madelyn and Frank

Rev. & Mrs. Frank H.Weeks

Meshanticut Park Church

Chip and Linda Ziegler

February 4, 2005

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

With our deepest sympathy,

Warren Ziegler

February 4, 2005

Deepest Sympathy

Warren and Virginia Ziegler

Charles C. Clear

February 2, 2005

Comrade Davidson:

You will be greatly missed by all Members of the Carr-Lancaster V.F.W. Post #10213.

Cmdr. Charles C. Clear

Chuck Jones

February 2, 2005

Dad,

Thanks so much for allowing me to become a member of the family. Marge and the girls and I will miss you dearly, but we will remember all of the good times we had together.

God Bless You and Keep You,

Love,

Chuck