Davies, David Edward
75, of St. Louis, MO was relieved of his battle with cancer to enter the gates of Heaven and went to be with our Lord on Wednesday, October 26, 2016.
He was born in St. Louis, MO on September 14, 1941 to the late Mildred Elda Lukens and Edward Joseph Davies. Dave graduated with a degree from Southern Illinois University of Edwardsville (SIUE). He was married to the late Carol Ann Davies (Chaboude). Dave had a zest for life. His accomplishments in life are far too many to fully list. He was community-driven, a dedicated businessman, athletic coach to many, father figure to all, with a witty, endearing and charming personality. He was a stranger to no one and loved by many.
He is survived by his beloved sister Bonnie Okun; former wife and mother of his children Gayle (Sue) Davies; children: Scott Davies, Kelly Davies, Tiffany Davies and Derek Davies; grandchildren: Ariel, Julian, Maclaine, Michaela and Nikki Chaboude; uncle to: Sonja, Laura and Alyssa.
Flowers are welcome, plants are preferred, but a donation in David’s name to Siteman Cancer Research Center is greatly appreciated by mail: Siteman Cancer Center Development Office Washington University, CB 1204, 7425 Forsyth Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63105-2161, or visit https://siteman.wustl.edu/contribute/giving/siteman-development-office/
Services: Funeral from KUTIS SOUTH COUNTY CHAPEL, 5255 Lemay Ferry Rd. on Thursday, November 3, 11 a.m. Interment Park Lawn Cemetery. Celebration of Life party will be held immediately after burial service and will be announced at that time. Visitation Wednesday, 3-8 p.m.