Willard D. “Will” Davis

Willard D. “Will” Davis, 73, of Staunton, Illinois, passed away at 5:38 p.m. on Sunday, December 3, 2023 at his residence in Staunton, Illinois surrounded by his loving family.

Will is survived by his wife, Pam (Seaton) Davis of Staunton, Illinois; two children, Eric (Katie) Davis of Staunton, Illinois and Carla (Luke) Zimmer of Edwardsville, Illinois; and four grandchildren, Drew and Abby Davis, and Carter and Cooper Zimmer.

He was born March 4, 1950 in Berryville, Arkansas, the son of the late James & Sarah (Miller) Davis of Berryville, Arkansas. He had one sibling, Jim Davis. Both his parents and brother preceded him in death.

During his teenage years he played football for Berryville High School and with his love of music and musical talents he played in a rock band from 1966 to 1972 and worked as a drum instructor at a local music store.

Will and Pam met in Eureka Springs, Arkansas in 1970 and were married in April of 1973 in Edwardsville, Illinois. They recently celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary.

His career as an electrician encompassed positions at Caterpillar Tractor in Peoria, Illinois from 1973 to 1975, Emerson Electric in St. Louis, Missouri from 1977 to 1988, and Ford Motor Company in St. Louis, Missouri from 1988 to 2006.

Will enjoyed playing his guitar, woodworking, river rafting with friends and family, traveling, attending his grandchildren’s sporting events, and spending time with Penny, his beagle buddy. Some of his favorite vacations were spent on the beaches of Florida with his family.

There was no limit to the love and pride he felt for his children and grandchildren, and hearts are breaking in our family as we say farewell to an amazing husband, father, and “Papa”.

Respecting Will’s wishes, no public services are scheduled. Memorials are suggested to Vitas Hospice.

Williamson Funeral Home, Staunton, is in charge of arrangements. To leave an online condolence, please visit our website at www.williamsonfh. com.