Roger Allen Davis Sr., 77, passed away on Sunday evening, September17, 2017 at his residence in St. Marie, MT.
He was born October 18, 1939 in Chicago, Illinois to Fredrick and Eleanor (Rieske) Davis. He grew up in Rockford, Illinois with his younger sister, Sharon Davis- Grimmett, who preceded him in death and his brother, Terry Davis.
Roger joined the Air Force at the age of seventeen years old in 1956. He spent his career teaching in the Physiological Training Unit. He was an instructor for student pilots in teaching simulated flying. He also taught parachute training, desert and jungle survival. He was a noted desert survival teacher who set up displays in a natural environment. His later years in the military provided him with the opportunity to be an Air Force Recruiter in the panhandle of Coeur d’ Alene, Idaho. He always met and exceeded his quota for enlisting recruits.
Roger was the father of three sons and three daughters as noted in the following; daughters Deborah Davis of Dalton,Georgia, Teresa Davis of Birmingham, Alabama, and Rachel Etheridge of St. Marie, Montana and sons Roger Davis Jr. of Great Falls, Montana, Robert Davis of Billings, Montana and Aaron Davis who preceded him in death. He was also survived by 14 grandchildren.
Roger was an active member for 54 years of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. He always had a firm handshake and a humorous personality.
Family will receive friends from 5-7 p.m. Wednesday, September 20, 2017 at Bell Mortuary. Graveside service will take place in Sheridan, Wyoming at the Sheridan Municipal Cemetery at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday September 21, 2017. Condolences may be left at bellmortuarymontana.com. Memorials in Roger’s name can be given to the Relief Fund for Hurricanes Harvey and Irma.
Chris & Lori Frayer says
Rest in peace Uncle Roger.
Thank you for the strong words of wisdom, comfort, and guidance.
Patti McDougal says
Teresa,
I am sorry to hear about you losing your dad. I’m praying for you and your family.
Patti McDougal
Janet Yarbrough says
Teresa,
Please accept my condolences and know that you are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. My hope is that you and your family will bring each other comfort and peace.
Your friend in Birmingham Alabama,
Janet Yarbrough
ROGER DAVIS says
My dad was the best BSr, we had endless chats on our trips from glascow to Billings for his eye appointments, and he could talk nearly any subject with annoying precision. I love his smile, I love his laugh, I love that he took time when I was young to love me. He helped me regain myself when I became lost recently, and once again became became my greatest friend.
Dad, I am going to miss our conversations.
-ROGER Jr.
Beth Garcia says
Teresa,
I’m so sorry for your loss and your family’s loss. May he rest in peace and your hearts be comforted.
Beth Garcia
(Birmingham, AL)