Richard H. Davimos

Richard Davimos Obituary

Name: Service for Richard H. Davimos
Start: 2017-09-27T15:30:00.000Z
Location: Temple Beth El

Richard H. Davimos of Boca Raton, Florida passed away September 25th, 2017 at the age of 95. Originally from South Orange, New Jersey he graduated with honors from Lafayette College, and then served as a Major in the U.S. Army in Korea for 3 years. Upon his return, he graduated Harvard Business School, attending the same graduating class as his father Harry. They were the only father and son to ever graduate at the same time. He had an illustrious early career in various businesses, culminating when he bought a seat on the New York Stock Exchange and one year later, in 1965, joined the brokerage firm of Carter, Berlind and Weill where he served on its Board of Directors and the Board of its successor companies until 1981. The company was then acquired by American Express. At that time, he moved to Florida, where he remained a stock broker with the firm until 2015, retiring after 50 years with the same company. Mr. Davimos was well known for his philanthropy. He originally served as President of the Essex County N.J. chapter of the American Jewish Committee and later founded the Palm Beach Florida Chapter as well. He also served on the Board of the prestigious Washington Institute in Washington, D.C. A staunch supporter of Florida Atlantic University, he established the Davimos Family Endowment for Excellence in Science at the Charles E. Schmidt College of Science, as well as funding a fulltime Professorship in the field of Brain Sciences. He also served on the Board of the Florida Atlantic University Foundation, and was one of the first 100 founders of the FAU Football Program. Mr. Davimos loved South Florida. He became a major donor to the Center for the Arts at Mizner Park, member of the Board of Trustees of the Boca Raton Museum of Art and a patron of the Palm Beach Pops and Kravis Center of the Arts. He leaves behind his beloved wife Marilyn, his children, Richard Jr., Robert, Steven, John, Melissa, and Jessica Davimos, Cindy Feldman, Cindy Levine, Larry and Lisa Goodman, his grandchildren, Spencer, Jeffrey and Scott Davimos, Logan and Brett Levine, Tiffany Shalmi, Kimberly Goodman, and Adam and Michael Goodman. Services will be held 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, September 27th at Temple Beth El, 333 SW 4th Ave., Boca Raton, Florida. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the American Jewish Committee. His wit, warmth, and song will be missed by all.

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Published by Sun-Sentinel from Sep. 26 to Sep. 27, 2017.

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Richard [email protected]

January 25, 2025

To the Davimos Family may God give you comfort and his loving mercy at this time of bereavement may God keep you at this time of bereavment. Submitted on behalf of Richard Peak and Peak Family. " The Earth has no pain Heaven can not heal." "To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord."

Nancy Bigwood

September 22, 2020

Never forgotten...think of you often with love,
Nancy

Chip Mills

September 21, 2020

When I woke up this morning, for some reason, Mr D was heavily on my mind. Then the strangest thing happened, when I checked my email a few hours later, there was a message from legacy.com remembering Mr D today and asking if I wanted to leave a message in the guestbook. Since Mr D was my first thought as I woke, I accepted the fact that it was no coincidence. I thought about him and and all his kids; Bobby, John, Stevie, and Ritchie..Melissa, too, for the next hour, or so. Then I started to think about Marilyn, Kelly, and all of Mr D's employees (more like family than employees) Pat, Joe, Gary, Billy, Manny and his family, Shawn, Tony, Vivian, Deb, Lou, Bob, and all of those they represented over the years. I thought about how everyone loved Mr D so much. Many great memories came to mind and certainly a lot of laughs. Mr D treated EVERYONE with respect and was like a Father to all. The Chief is irreplaceable. If we could all aspire to be like Mr D, there would be way less division and problems in this world, for sure! We would all get along a lot better. I miss him very much.

Chip Mills

June 20, 2018

Today is June 20, 2018. Dick Davimos's son, Bobby's birthday is upon us. As always, I remember Bobby's birthday every year. Although I have not spoken to Bobby or any of the other members of the Davimos family in many years, I always think of one of my closest friends I have ever had in my life, Bobby. Especially at this time of the year when it's Bobby's birthday. I was just doing a Google search to try to find Bobby's telephone number so I could call and see if I could get together with him in an effort to catch up with my great friend. Unfortunately, in doing so, I noticed a link to Mr D's obituary, which directed me here. One of the main things on my mind in contacting Bobby was to find out how his Dad is doing. I can only say, I am devastated to find out this news of Mr D's passing. I wanted so badly to see, or at least speak to Mr D as soon as possible because I knew he was getting up in years. Many times over the past several years I have been so compelled to write a letter to Mr D (The Chief) to thank him for being such a wonderful person and inspiration in my life. Like his son, Bobby, Mr D was always there for me, without fail. He was the kindest and most gentle man I have ever met. Not to mention, extremely funny, too. That's partly why Bobby and I always referred to him as Mr McGoo. The Chief would drive 50 miles out of the way to avoid a red light. I remember many times, picking him up from various airports when he was away on business. He would make me take every back road in South Florida to get us home, even if it was three hours later, he just refused to stop in traffic because he always had so much to do and not enough time to wait at a red light. We always had a great time laughing and talking. I spent over 10 years living with Mr D at his home in Boca Raton. I can honestly say, it was the best 10 years of my life. The Chief was like a father to me and Bobby was like a brother and my best friend. They took me in and treated me like family from day one. Ritchie, John and Stevie were like brothers to me, as well. I'm sure it all had to do with Mr D's DNA in his sons. What an adventure, to say the least. Try to imagine a simple country boy from Western Kentucky who was an aspiring Rock Musician, living with an ultra classy upscale highly acclaimed and successful Jewish family. Talk about one extreme to the other? However, it worked. Mr D and his kids treat everybody like family. Everyone that we ever came in contact with them fell in love with Mr D and his family. I wish so badly, that I could have had just one more dinner with the Chief before he departed. For so many years I have wanted to tell him how much I appreciated him and how much I love him. Somehow, I know he knows this, anyway. There is not one person on this planet better than Dick Davimos. He is the sort of person we should all aspire to be. He loved everybody and treated everyone with the utmost respect, no matter what color of skin, no matter what background, and no matter how destitute or how rich. He was all about the underdog, too. He felt like everyone needed a chance to be what they want to be and he was always there to help along the way. The Chief had no limits on what he would do for people. He was all about loving and helping everybody. I feel so compassionate for Ritchie, Bobby, John, and Stevie, and all their families. I also feel for Marilynn and Carrol. It hurts, I know. It hurts me greatly today, on June 20, 2018, to learn that Mr D is no longer with us in this life. But I know beyond the shadow of a doubt that we will all see him again; and what a time that will be. To all of Dick Davimos' family, co-workers (of whom I also love...you all know who you are), and many many endless friends, please accept my condolences and somehow, take comfort in knowing that the Chief is in good hands and we will all see him again, soon. I love Mr D more than any words can articulate. He lives in my heart and I am certain that the same applies to multitudes everywhere. He was and still is, the best of the best. Well done, Dick Davimos!

Your pal and one of your many extended sons who loves you dearly,

Chip Mills

Chip Mills

June 20, 2018

Nancy Bigwood

May 18, 2018

Rembering you with loving thoughts on your birthday, Mr. D.
Miss you.

November 6, 2017

Dear Marilyn,

Marty and I offer you and your family sincere condolences on Dick's passing. We always remember the kindness and respect you both showed us; you have always been and will remain in our hearts. We are sorry that we were not here to be with you for Dick's funeral and shiva.

With love,

Marty and Lisa Pechter

September 27, 2017

To his lovely wife and children. My deepest condolences. May our god of love keep him in his memory for resurection. John 5:28,39

September 27, 2017

To the Davimos Family: My heartfelt sympathies go out to the family and friends during this difficult time. I hope that the promise in 1 Thessalonians 4:14 can bring comfort. Knowing that there's a hope for the ones we have lost in death can be so reassuring.

James, Gina, Zachary and Matthew Sumislaski

September 27, 2017

In loving memory of one absolutely great person and true gentleman - Mr. Davimos was the best neighbor and our family will miss him. He will always be fondly remembered. Our deepest condolences to the entire Davimos family.

Barbara Danaher/Ahern

September 27, 2017

Mr. D - You were an example of Greatness! It was my pleasure to have known and worked with you for over 30 years. My sincere condolences to Marilyn & the Davimos Family. You will always hold a special place in my heart.

Rhonda Sanguillen

September 27, 2017

My sincere condolences to the Davimos Family. Mr. D. will always hold a special place in my heart.

September 27, 2017

My condolences for the loss of your loved one. May the words in John 3:16, comfort you during this time of sorrow. RH

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