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Robert Davidson Obituary
Jun. 13, 1935 - Sept. 2, 2013
Bob passed away on September 2, 2013, at age 78. He was a devoted husband to Luella Jean (Shoemaker) Davidson. He was a loving father and is survived by his first son, Robert M. Davidson, Jr., his wife Cecilia (Lopez) Davidson, their daughter Andrea Davidson and son Matthew Davidson, and his second son, Scott F. Davidson. He was the son of Gordon Davidson and Linda (Ormiston) Davidson (both deceased) and the brother of Janet (Davidson) Birk (deceased) and Helen (Davidson) DeVere.
Bob was born in Albany, NY, grew up in Delmar, NY, and graduated from Bethlehem Central High School in 1953. He completed his degree in Civil Engineering from Norwich University in VT, then enlisted in the US Army who brought him West by stationing him at Fort Ord near Monterey, CA. After his service, he worked as a civil engineer for the city of Burlingame, then served as City Manager for the town of Hillsborough. Bob married Lue, his wife of 45 years, and settled in Redwood City.
He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Burlingame for 50 years, where he was ordained as a Deacon and an Elder, and sang in the Chancel Choir. He was a member of the Burlingame Rotary Club and served as Club President in 1981-82.
He lived a very full life in service and faith. The family is grateful for his love, integrity, humor, wisdom and deep faith. He now serves his Lord in His Kingdom.
A Memorial Service will be held at the First Presbyterian Church of Burlingame, 1500 Easton Drive, Burlingame CA, on Saturday, September 7, at 3:00pm followed by a reception. Internment will be private for the family.
The family requests that, in lieu of flowers, memorial donations be made to the First Presbyterian Church of Burlingame, 1500 Easton Dr, Burlingame, CA 94010, or a charity of your choice.
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Memories and Condolences
for Robert Davidson
Gregg Viall
August 29, 2020
Bob was a good friend of my late wife Vivian (Bircher). Bob was accepting of our relationship from the start. There was a 31 year age difference between Viv and I but he saw past that and accepted our relationship and never had any issues with it. He became a good friend. In 2008 we spent a few days with him on our vacation and it was a wonderful memory for us. I’ve thought of Bob often as I spent the last 6 years of Viv’s life as her caregiver, she had Alzheimer’s and often thought of how he cared for his wife. He was a great friend to Viv and was extremely happy for us. He is sorely missed.
Pam Ray
September 15, 2013
Uncle bob. You will truly be missed. Love you. Say hi to my dad and my son
Andrea Davidson
September 8, 2013
I will miss that sense of humor too much!!
Tim Dixon
September 7, 2013
Bob was a high school classmate and a very close friend. Living on the other side of the continent I haven't seen much of himbut always received his
wonderful Christmas letters and was looking forward to our 60th reunion
next year. He will be missed.
Trish Taylor
September 7, 2013
A great man, wonderful friend, and generous, kind spirit has left us, but his lessons, advice, and supportive counsel will remain, along with the memories. Bob will be greatly missed by those fortunate to have known him.
Great Bithdays glad we could celebrate together
Jack Miller
September 6, 2013
Bob:
what a wonderful friend, roll model and a giant among men. I feel blessed to have had you be a great part of my life. See you soon.
Larry Gallagher
September 6, 2013
Mr.D ,you were a great man.Kind,nice,family oriented , great sense of humor and always upbeat.Fantastic may have been your favorite word.I'll never forget how kind you were to me and our great conversations.You'll be missed by many.
Gregg Viall
September 6, 2013
Bob,
Viv and I will miss speaking to you but we'll see you when we get there... Love you and miss you.
Gregg & Viv Viall
Perry Paraskevas
September 6, 2013
Bob you were a true friend in so many ways I will never forget the life lessons you taught me. You are in gods hands now
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