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William J. Davis Jr., son of the late William J. Davis Esq. and Hannah Lloyd Davis died on May 24, 2021. Bill attended Wyoming Seminary and GAR high school. He graduated from Wilkes College with a degree in Psychology and furthered his studies at The New School for Social Research in New York.
Bill was a 32nd degree Mason and a member of Irem Temple Shrine. Although originally from Wilkes-Barre, his primary residence for the last 26 years was in Florida. He moved to Florida to pursue his passion for golf and contract bridge. Bill was a Life Master of The American Contract Bridge League and served as a teacher for a number of years.
He is survived by his wife, Dale Dwyer Davis; his son, William P. Davis and grandsons Schuyler and Hunter; stepsons Brian, Robert and Kevin Dwyer; and grandchildren Riley, Jennie, Robert, Logan, Brian Jr., Josef and Brian; sister Susan Davis Hankey; a brother James Lloyd Davis; several nieces, nephews and cousins. Bill devoted the last 47 years of his life freely helping people who suffered from addiction. He will be missed by the numerous families he helped.
Bill's physical activity was limited but his generosity of spirit to assist others in need never died.
Bill was The Rock for the Davis family. He will be sorely missed but we will continue to be inspired by his gusto for life amid physical limitations and his fierce sense of loyalty and love for his family and friends.
Please send any memorial gifts donations to St. Stephen's Church, where he served as a choir boy and was a member for many years, 35 S.Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre.
The date and place of a memorial service will be forthcoming.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Marty Kane
September 3, 2021
Dear Davis Family: I would at this time like to extend my most sincere condolences on the recent death of Bill. My thoughts&prayers are with your entire family at this time.
Robin Falke
June 8, 2021
I'm sorry for your loss Dale, will keep you & your family in my thoughts & prayers.
Marty Erickson
May 27, 2021
Susan, Jim and the entire Davis family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
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