Robert “Bob” Maxwell Davis, age 85, of Foley, Ala., died Saturday, May 2, 2015 at his home.
Bob was born in Oxford, Ga., but considered Foley his hometown. He opened Bob’s Shoe Store and later owned Davis Department Store that was started by his father, Max Davis.
He served his community in many capacities; he was a volunteer fireman, city councilman, member of the Optimist and Rotary clubs, as well as served on the Riviera Utilities Board.
Bob Davis was a devoted son, husband and father.
He is survived by his wife, Dolores Davis; son, Gary Davis (Teresa); daughter, Patty Burke (Foster), daughter, Donna Davis; six grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren.
There will be a memorial mass held at St. Margaret’s in Foley Wednesday, May 6, 2015 at 11 am.
The family request memorial donations be made in lieu of flowers to St. Margaret’s Catholic Church.
Arrangements made by Pine Rest Funeral Home.
