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David Davies Obituary
Wood River - David Earl Davies, 77, passed away Sunday, January 8, 2023 at his residence.
Born September 11, 1945 in Alton, he was the son of Walter Watkins Davies and Alice Mae (Champlin) Logan.
A U.S. Navy, Vietnam veteran, receiving four bronze stars during his tour. He had worked as a machinist for the Olin Corporation for 30 years before retiring in 2005.
On September 14, 2006 in East Alton, he married Beverly Cloninger. She survives.
Surviving also are two sons, Christopher (Candace) Davies of Wildwood, MO, Ryan Davies (Kristina Monettz) of Woodburn; three step-children, Steve Dizmang, Jr of Granite City, Theresa Night of Wood River, Jeremy Herrin of Mulberry Grove; and two grandchildren, Gabriella Davies, Noah Davies.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and brother, Joseph Logan.
Visitation will be held from 9:30 am until 11:15 am, Tuesday, January 17 at Marks Mortuary in Wood River.
Graveside service and burial will be conducted at 12:30 pm, Tuesday at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery with military honors.
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Sharon Watts Urban
January 13, 2023
I was in Marion Strohman's art class with David who was the most talented artist I had the pleasure of watching day to day - way back then. Also, he was a really nice guy. Rest in peace dear David.
Mary Ann Costanzo
January 12, 2023
He was a good friend from high school. He was very talented especially in Art. He just painted 2 pictures for me at Christmas. God bless you. . You will be missed.
John Henry Smith
January 11, 2023
R.I.P. dude and condolences to your family.
If you see Bake, tell him I said Hi!
Smutty
Cecil Knight
January 11, 2023
RIP old friend.
Alan and Tina Shoppell
January 10, 2023
Sorry to hear of Dave's passing. We had some great times together. Condolences to his family.
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