William T. "Bill" Davis

William T. "Bill" Davis, 89, born Dec. 6, 1935, passed away Sunday, Nov. 9, 2025, peacefully at his home with his devoted, loving wife of 68 years, Noelita, by his side.

Bill was incredibly proud of his family and it didn't take long for him to start bragging about his children and grandchildren. He also often praised Noelita's wonderful cooking. Everyone knew Noelita cared for him devotedly from the day they were married.

Bill maintained a tireless work ethic throughout his life. He began his career at Frake's Lumber Company, moved through various construction jobs and eventually started his own concrete company, where he taught his sons the trades. His final move was to Millerstown to run a sawmill. He managed all of these professional roles while simultaneously farming.

His happiest moments often were spent on a tractor farming. For many years, he and Noelita raised a huge garden and took pride in canning hundreds of jars of vegetables, including beans, corn and tomatoes, to provide for the family. In addition to the garden, Bill loved farming tobacco, corn, soybeans, hay and cows.

He was preceded in death by his beloved parents, William Truman Davis, Francis Thomas and Rosalene Thomas; and a son, Francis Ross Davis.

Survivors include his loving wife, Sonja Noelita (Cecil); five children, Roy Davis (Beth), Mary Kuhn (Larry), Barbara Loop (Doug), Owen Davis (Becky) and Dale Davis (Tracie); 13 grandchildren; 34 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren, brothers, sisters and a host of extended family and friends.

Visitation is from 4 to 6 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 13, at Chism Family Funeral Home in Vine Grove.

A graveside service is at 2 p.m. Saturday at St. Brigid Cemetery in Vine Grove.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Hosparus, P.O. Box 2149, Elizabethtown KY 42702.