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Ted E. Davies
July 4, 1919-May 31, 2020
ROCK ISLAND-Ted E. Davies, 100, Rock Island, passed away Sunday, May 31, 2020 at Park Vista Retirement Living, East Moline.
Drive-through visitation will be 4-7pm, Thursday, June 11, 2020 at Rafferty Funeral Home, 2111-1st St A, Moline. Private Funeral will be Friday at the funeral home where his live-streamed service can be viewed on Rafferty Funeral Home's Facebook at 10:00am. Burial will be at National Cemetery, Rock Island with military honors by American Legion Post 246. Memorials may be made to Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.
Ted was born July 4, 1919 in Bement, IL, the son of Fred and "Mayme" (Day) Davies. He married Barbara Tamme on October 23, 1948 in Rock Island. She preceded on January 8, 2018.
Ted was a U.S. Army Veteran having served during World War II in the Battle of the Bulge and was a decorated soldier in the 75th Infantry-3rd Army. Ted co-founded Ted's Boatarama, Rock Island with his wife in 1958 retiring in 1984.
Ted was a member of the Shriners, Masonic Blue Lodge #57, Scottish Rite Masonic Temple, head of Forest Preserve at Niabi Zoo, was on the County Board for 36 years and was the Chairman of the Building Commission for the Rock Island County jail for over 20 years.
Ted loved fishing, enjoyed socializing and spending time with his grandchildren.
Survivors include his children, Jim (Julie) Davies, Rock Island and Lisa (Tim) Sparkman, Rock Island; grandchildren, Janelle (Victor) Anderson, Jeffrey Davies, Josh Davies (Andrea Anderson), Samantha (Christopher) Berg, Benjamin Sparkman and T. Charlie Sparkman and great grandchildren, Ryleigh, Madyson, Henry, Emma and Teddy. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Kim, son-in-law, Jack New, brother, Bill and sister, Jane Burch.
The family would like to thank Diane Box for her compassionate care.
Condolences may be left at www.RaffertyFunerals.com.
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Cathy Coin
June 6, 2020
I'm saddened to hear this news. I've know him since the Francis Willard days. My dad really enjoyed having coffee and talking with your dad. Ted was one of his few friends left who was older than him. My sympathy to you and your family.
Mark Komatar
June 5, 2020
I bought my first boat from Ted's Boatarama back in 1984, but I didn't get to know Ted until he and his family purchased property next to my home in Port Byron some 20 years ago. I was amazed how physically active he was at 80 years old. He would entertain me with his stories about WWII, his boat store, and his political career. Ted lived an amazing life, and I'm happy I got to know him as a friend. My condolences to his loving family.
Carl and Kay Hoyt
June 5, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Vic and Chris Boblett
June 3, 2020
Ted did a lot of good things for his community and friends. It was always a fascinating discussion when you got a chance to visit with him. He was a good man with a good family who will be missed.
Kathy (Weingartz) Perry
June 3, 2020
So very sorry to hear of your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Linda S Svoboda
June 3, 2020
Hugs to the family and I hope your fond and loving memories sustain you in the future.
Teri Vandyke
June 3, 2020
Ted Davies, along with his wife Barb (my good friend), raised 3 wonderful children and enjoyed beautiful grandchildren. I remember Ted's unending devotion to Barb, as well as being an incredible advocate and volunteer for the community. He and Barb built a very successful business together. Ted lives on through Jim and Lisa and their kids, and their kids.
The community has lost a powerhouse.
Sending thoughts and prayers to you all to Lisa, Jimmy and your family.
Marsha Roman
June 3, 2020
So sorry for your loss, Jim and family.
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