Richard E. Davis

Richard Eugene “Dick” Davis, 87, of Port Saint Joe, Florida, formerly of Tuscarawas County, Ohio, passed away peacefully in the comfort of his home on September 2, 2024.  Born on June 9, 1937 in Dennison, Ohio, Dick was the son of the late Lawrence Howard “Larry” and Anna Louise (Wardell) Davis.

Dick was a 1955 graduate of Tuscarawas High School where he was regarded as a valued member of the Broncos’ football and basketball teams.  His love of sports would continue throughout his life as he cheered on The Ohio State Buckeyes, the Cleveland Browns, and the Indians/Guardians; he loved all teams from his home state of Ohio.  Dick’s competitive nature led him to his passion for golf.  After retirement, Dick spent much time on golf courses and also picked up volunteer and part-time employment on the golf course. Dick moved several times in his adult life and spent time living in Ohio, Arizona, and finally, his retirement home in Florida. Dick served in the United States Air Force. After his service, he entered the sales field and spent his working years as a gifted salesman for several companies throughout his career.

Dick is survived by his wife, Virginia “Ginny” (Harrison) Davis, with whom he has celebrated 39 years of marriage.  Their blended family resulted in Dick’s surviving sons, Kirk (Cheryl) Davis and Kelly (Justine) Davis; his stepsons, Mike Pastor, Chris (Marilyn) Pastor, Matt (Keli) Pastor; thirteen grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and one great-grandchild on the way.  In addition to his children and grandchildren, Dick is survived by his sisters, Carrie (Dink) Fellers and Patty (John) Bihari.  Dick was preceded in death by his only daughter, Tawny Davis, his son-in law, Keith Bruno, and his stepson, Dana Pastor.

A celebration of life, officiated by Pastor Wally Anderson, will be held on Saturday, November 9, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. in St. James Lutheran Church in Tuscarawas. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service from 10:00 am to 11:00 a.m. Burial will follow in the church’s cemetery. In lieu of flowers, his family asks that donations be made to the Indian Valley Boosters Club, P. O. Box 664, Gnadenhutten, OH  44629 to honor Dick’s love of sports, competition, and his hometown school.