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Richard L. Davis (2010)

DAVIS, LEWELLEN, MATSON

Posted By: Ida Morse (email)
Date: 5/21/2011 at 16:11:58

Kuhn Funeral Homes
814 Washington St, Dexter, Iowa
March 2010

Richard (Dick) L. Davis began his journey of life on June 28, 1934 in Earlham, Iowa. He was the middle son of three boys who were born to Marion Clyde Davis and Mary Sylvia Lewellen. Dick graduated from Earlham High School in 1952 and entered the Marine Corps on January 13, 1953, serving until January 11, 1961.

While serving his country he married Evelyn Matson on June 29, 1957 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Mason City. The marriage produced five children - Connie, Dawn, JoDee, Rich and Carol. Dick also was blessed with 11 grandchildren and eight great grandchildren.

After Dick's discharge from the Marine Corps he went to work for Firestone in Des Moines for 26 years. Later he worked for Prairie Meadows in the printing department for 20 years. In both cases, Dick was highly respected for his skills, dedication and fellowship with co-workers.

Richard died March 27, 2010 at Taylor House Hospice in Des Moines, Iowa. No services are planned, however a visitation was held Friday April 2, 2010 at the Kuhn Funeral Home in Earlham from 5-8:00 pm. Private disposition of the cremains will take place at a later date.

Memorials may be directed to the National Kidney Foundation, or The American Cancer Society.

Transcriber note: Richard was laid to rest in the Earlham Cemetery.

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