Lakewood Funeral Chapel
98 N. Dixie Dr.
Lake Jackson, TX
77566
Friday, March 24, 2023
6:00pm - 8:00pm
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Lakewood Funeral Chapel
98 N. Dixie Drive
Lake Jackson, TX
77566
Saturday, March 25, 2023
10:00am
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of Lake Jackson, TX
October 17, 1936 - March 21, 2023
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Don was born on October 17, 1936 to Donald J. and Floy Eline Davis in Waco, TX. Don lived with his family in Oaklawn Heights area of Waco until he was twelve years of age and the family then relocated to Bellmead TX. His father, Donald J. Davis, operated with his brother, Matthew, the Davis Upholstery Shop at 1301 Colcord in Waco and was also a deacon at Oaklawn Baptist Church. Always an entrepreneur, Don picked cotton when not in school until he was old enough to get a newspaper route until he graduated from high school. Don graduated from La Vega High School in 1955.
While attending Baylor University, Don met Glenn Argabright who introduced him to his sister, Lanelle Argabright. It was in front of the Woolworth Store on Austin Avenue in Waco that Don asked Lanelle for their first date. They were married on July 3, 1958, by his uncle Pastor RC Wylie at the Spring Street Baptist Church.
After getting married, he worked at Lone Star Gas Company in the mornings and attended Baylor University in the afternoons. He then took the job as the East District Distribution Manager for the Waco Tribune newspaper. In 1961, he accepted a job offer from Dow Chemical and relocated the family to Freeport TX. The family later relocated to Angleton and then to Lake Jackson, TX
While working at Dow Chemical, he also attended San Jacinto College in Pasadena to earn his degree in Air Conditioning & Heating Design, Application & Service. He began offering part time Air Conditioning & Heating repairs in 1971. Shortly thereafter Don resigned his position at Dow Chemical to establish Davis Air Conditioning & Heating, Inc.
Davis Air Conditioning & Heating, Inc began as a one-man operation but quickly prospered and grew. Davis Air Conditioning & Heating, Inc currently serves Brazoria County and the Greater Houston Area from multiple locations with approximately 84 employees. Don retired in 2008 and left the company to his two sons to operate the business.
Don was a professing Christian and an active member of First Baptist Church in Lake Jackson. Don's favorite charities included The Pregnancy Help Center and the Texas Port Ministry. He enjoyed spending time with his family, especially the grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Survivors include his wife, Lanelle Davis; son, (Donald) Bryan Davis & wife Lisa; daughter, Terry Snook; son Steven Davis & wife Mandy. Grandchildren are Heather McCain, Melissa McGee, Cameron Snook, (Donald) Jonathan Davis, Katy Snook, Josh Davis, Paris Davis, & Elijah Davis. Great-grandchildren are Quinn McCain, Lucas McCain, Evelyn McGee & (Donald) James Davis. Donald James Davis is the 5th generation Donald Davis. His brothers are Jerry Davis & Larry Davis.
Don was preceded in death by his father, Donald J., mother, Floy Eline Davis, and brother,
Ted Davis. Pallbearers will be Ben McCain, Juston McGee, Cameron Snook, Jonathan Davis, Josh Davis & Elijah Davis.
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5 Condolence(s)
Mona Ramirez
Richwood, TX
Friday, March 24, 2023
My deepest condolences to the Davis family.
Linda nell wylie Webb
COLLEGE STATION,, TX
Thursday, March 23, 2023
THANKS LARRY FOR SENDING US THE BAD NEWS OF DONALD FRED. WOULD LIKE TO SEE YOU BUT I don,t walk and live alone. Sally is here visiting me.I follow you on facebook ,May God bless you and your family.
Debbie Carroll
Fairfield, TX
Thursday, March 23, 2023
I'm so sorry to hear about Uncle Fred! Sending prayers to you all.
Rhonda Hurley
Bellaire, TX
Wednesday, March 22, 2023
Dear Terry, Cameron and Katy,
I was saddened to hear of the loss of your father/grandfather. I never met your father/grandfather, but I know that you were all very proud of his strong work ethic and strong Christian beliefs. It's never easy to say goodbye to a loved one, but know that he is at peace with God. You are all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Rhonda Hurley
Kaitlyn Snook
Houston, TX
Wednesday, March 22, 2023
I loved my grandpa so very much and he loved me . He has always loved me unconditionally. I used to be his ''katy bug'' when I was younger . He has taught my brother how mange money and navigating become an adult financially. Which was passed down to me. My grandpa was such a humble and generous man . He was always donating his money to charity . He also talked a lot of Israel. Is favorite place . I swear I'd he could move there he would . My grandpa loved so much he helped me get better and to have skills in life that will last me a life time not mentioning all those boarding schools that gave me the opportunity to go on so many trips including backpacking in Oregon to rafting to skiing hiking fishing u name it . I got to experience the gift of the world because of him . Because of him I no doubt in myself and I know I have the resources to make it thru anthing . He is no a beloved child of Christ . In the amen of the father son holy spirt my Donald Davis is now a part of the church in heaven . May ur legacy live on thru uncle Steve , and uncle Bryan to whom he left his business to his two sons . May ur legacy live thru my mom . To power her to thrive in her business instead of surviving the storm . He inspires all of us to do good in humanity and he never judge me or a soul . He was so so willing to help whatever it was he was there for my family thru deepest Darkest moment with my mom. And if it was for my grandma and grandpa we would have never made it thru that storm. I love u so much grandpa . Love katy (katy bug )