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1928 - 2010

BORN

1928

DIED

2010

FUNERAL HOME

Caywood's Funeral Home & Gardens, LLC

1126 Broadway

Elmira, New York

James Davidson Obituary

Loving husband, father and grandfather, a longtime resident of the Southport Community passed away peacefully, Wednesday evening, September 29, 2010 at home following declining health at the age of 82. Born on March 4, 1928 in Gouverneur, NY, Jim was the son of Arthur & Helen Gingrich Davidson. He was married to Norma Dungan Davidson for nearly 60 years until her passing in 2008. Jim was a printer and salesman for many years. In serving the Lord, he was a longtime member of Centenary United Methodist Church and charter member of New Beginnings United Methodist Church. Active in his community, Jim was a longtime member of the Southport Kiwanis Club and was very active within its local efforts to better our community. He was active in the Pennsylvania Ave. United Methodist Church Food Pantry and shared great concern for our troops abroad. Jim enjoyed traveling and cherished time spent with his family. Surviving are his children, Debi Boyce, Clemmons, NC; Jim Davidson, Miami, FL; John Davidson, Southport, NY; and Joe Davidson, Dallas, TX; nine grandchildren, Ross, Andrew, Kayleigh, Hannah, Irene, Benjamin, Katie, Andrew, and Matt; brother, Dr. William Davidson, Houston, TX; sister, Sylvia (Robert) Reese, Eastham, MA; brother-in-law, Robert Dungan, Arboles CO; nieces, nephews and many family friends In addition to his parents, and beloved wife, Norma; Jim was predeceased by his sister-in-law, Albina Davidson. Family and friends will be received at Caywood's Funeral Home & Gardens, 1126 Broadway, Southport on Saturday afternoon, October 2, 2010 between the hours of 2-4 p.m. A Memorial Service will take place on Sunday afternoon at 3 p.m. in New Beginnings United Methodist Church, 300 E. Miller St. Elmira, NY 14904. Burial will take place at the families convenience in Fitzsimmons Cemetery, Southport. Memorials may be directed to Southern Tier Hospice, 11751 E. Corning Rd. Corning, NY 14830 in his memory.

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Published by Star-Gazette on Oct. 1, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for James Davidson

21 Entries

Pattie Boyce

October 7, 2010

Dear Deb,Jim, John and Joe,
Sorry to hear the news of the passing of your Dad. He was a very speical person to many. I knew your dad way before I knew you all. He will be missed. Jim and Normal home was always open to me and my family when we came back to Elmira/HHDS area to see family. So glad we got to see Jim at Ross & Jen wedding.God Bless you all while you deal with this loss. May you find peace in your hearts. My deepest sympothy to all of Jim's family.

Lyndon Hillman

October 4, 2010

Hi Joe
My deepest sympothy for the loss of your Dad.

Bill Terwilliger

October 4, 2010

Deb, Jim, John and Joe,

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. I regret not being able to be with you this past weekend.

Your father was one of those larger than life neighborhood characters. Always willing to lend a hand, give advice, play a prank or drive us to school and practice. Jim and Norma's home was always inviting and warm and a great place to get a snack. I have many fond memories of your dad and he surely will be missed by all.

Eduardo Fontanarrosa

October 3, 2010

To Jim:
I never knew your father. But, by the way your face lighten up when telling stories of him I can imagine how deep and meaningful was your relationship with him.

Alan & Christina Zaccarine

October 3, 2010

Dear Jim and Family- We are so sorry about the loss of your Father. He was a wonderful man and will be missed.

Gerry Dunn

October 3, 2010

To all of the Davidsons,
We are sorry to hear of Mr. Davidson's passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers today.
Gerry and Lori Dunn

Denny & Mary Wolfe

October 2, 2010

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Barb Davidson

October 2, 2010

Dear Debi, Jim, John, Joe and families

Wish we all could be with you this weekend. Your Dad was a terrific uncle to us and beloved husband, brother, brother-in-law, and Grandpa.
I always considered "770" as our 2nd childhood home with memories of our two families of Davidson kids.

Love, always
Barb D and Tom

October 2, 2010

Debbie, Jim, John and Joe,
Our thoughts and sympathy are with you during this difficult time. Jim will certainly be missed by all whose lives he touched so kindly.
The entire Texas Reese family…..

Katie Zaccarine

October 2, 2010

To Debi, Jim, John and Joe,

From the day I first met your Dad in 1972, until the day I said goodbye to him last month when he was in Glen Ellyn, I realized he was an extraordinary man - a truly good man. And I was the recipient of his great sense of humor many times over the years.

To Jim and Deb, Ben and Irene (and Lilo), I know he will be missed by all of us. But when we remember him (and Norma) and all the funny, funny times we were with him, he will still be in our hearts.

Love,
Grandma Katie
Glen Ellyn, IL

Jennifer Alvaro

October 2, 2010

John, Debbie, Jim, and Joe,
When I think of your father, I think of my father--those 2 were certainly a pair! I have all fond memories of your family, our fun neighborhood times, and will cherish those memories always. Our prayers are with you all.
God Bless,
Jennifer (Sorino) Alvaro , Mike, and family

October 1, 2010

Jim, Deb, Irene and Ben -- although we did not have the pleasure of knowing Jim's dad, it is clear that he lived his life as a tremendous character and contributor to his family, community and country...and will be missed! As you go through the next days and weeks, we wish you strength as well as a future full of belly-laughter as you look back on happy memories and special times - Sue & Carl (Miami, FL)

October 1, 2010

Joe, so sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you ....
John and Kim MacArthur

October 1, 2010

John, Deb, Jim & Joe,
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. Your Dad was so kind and will be missed by all that knew him. When my boys and I moved into the neightborhood, your parents welcomed us with open arms. We'll never forget that.
Colleen, Michael & Joe Shaline

Jerry & Bev Buckbee

October 1, 2010

To the Davidson family, Our prayers are with you at this difficult time. Your Dad was a great "Friend". He was so kind to us when we started going to the New Beginnings church and made us feel so welcome. We just loved him and will miss him terribly.

Barb Girardi

October 1, 2010

John I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Sue & John Knighton

October 1, 2010

Deb, Jim, John & Joe,
Your Dad was a wonderful man and a terrific neighbor to me (along with your mother) for nearly 20 years! He was SO proud of all of you... We will miss him dearly in the neighborhood.

Kenny & Judy Kelley

October 1, 2010

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

October 1, 2010

I still remember Jim coming up to Hornell on the train to court my sister, Norma. We spent our lives 2000 miles apart but we were much closer than that. What a gret person. Bob Dungan

October 1, 2010

To the family of James Davidson: Jim was an RSVP volunteer for nearly 21 years donating 2,190 hours of his time to serving our community. We truly appreciate folks like Jim. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely, the RSVP Staff

Louise & Jim Lynch

October 1, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

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