IN LOVING MEMORY OF

William Lewis

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Davis

June 29, 1953 – August 23, 2023

Obituary

William Lewis Davis

June 29, 1953- August 23, 2023

William was born in Opelika, Alabama on June 29, 1953 and passed away in Jackson, Tennessee on Wednesday, August 23, 2023. He was 70 years old.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Gilmer Davis and Frances Howard, brother Steve Davis.

He is survived by his wife of 11 years, Cecelia Davis. Daughters, Jacquelyn Wilson (William), Jessica Yates (Alex), Tina Garrett (Chris). Step-Children, Bryan Hester (Melinda) and Jason Hester, grandchildren, Justin, Erin, Summer, Samuel, Emmett and Owen. Sister, Carol Christian. As well as numerous, nieces, nephews, cousins and other family members.

He retired from the U.S. Army after 20 years in the service as a Staff Sergeant (E6). His Military service included time spent in Vietnam, in the infantry and received good conduct and outstanding Service Medals from the Military. He was an avid beekeeper and amateur radio enthusiasts having worked at the radio station at the young age of 16. Trucking was an important part of his life both in the military and once retired.

Visitation will be held Saturday, August 26, 2023 from 10:00AM until 10:50AM in the Parlor at Frederick-Dean Funeral Home. Funeral service will be at 11:00AM in the Chapel at Frederick-Dean immediately following the visitation with Reverend Darrell Shelton officiating.

Interment will be held Monday, August 28, 2023 at 10:00AM EDT at Ft. Mitchell National Cemetery with Military Honors.

Frederick-Dean Funeral Home is handling all arrangements.

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Funeral Services

Visitation

August
26

Frederick-Dean Funeral Home & Crematory

1801 Frederick Rd, Opelika, AL 36801

10:00 - 10:50 am

Service

August
26

Fredrick-Dean Funeral Home Chapel

1801 Frederick Rd, Opelika, AL 36801

Starts at 11:00 am

Graveside

August
28

Ft. Mitchell National Cemetery

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Starts at 10:00 am

Burial

Ft. Mitchell National Cemetery

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