Paul Francis Davis was born March 11, 1949 at Orange Memorial Hospital in Orlando, Florida. He entered into Eternal Rest September 25, 2020 at his home in Clermont, Florida. He attended Kaley Elementary, Cherokee Junior High and William R. Boone High class of ’68, Paul made scores of lifelong friends. After attending Lees-McRae College in Banner Elk, North Carolina on a football scholarship, Paul returned to Orlando where he was a residential home builder, real estate broker and property appraiser. Paul was a founding member of Davis, Davis and Woodard Builders, Davis Homes and Mid-State appraisals. Moving to Clermont in 1980, Paul was an active member of Saint Matthias Episcopal Church serving as a lector and member of the Vestry. He was a legendary baseball coach for the Clermont-Minneola Little League. He is remembered fondly for his big smile, infectious laugh and devotion to his family.
Paul is survived by his loving wife of 44 years, Paulette; son Paul and his 7 year old daughter Lily, son Franklin; sister Janine (Steve) Williams of Orlando, Florida, and brother Phil (Kathy) Davis of Flagstaff, Arizona. In Lieu of Flowers donations may be made to Saint Matthias Episcopal Church, 574 W. Montrose St. Clermont, Florida 34711.
Because of the continuing Covid-19 crisis, a small private service will be held at a future date.
Dale and Dianne Kinsey says
Paulette and Family, We are sorry for the loss of your precious husband and your loving father. Paul fought a long battle but his smile and bright eyes continued. Thankful to have neighbors like you and Paul and he will be greatly missed.
JACQUE S LEE says
Paulette, we love you and our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Love,
Buzz & Jacque Lee
Karen Lowe says
I will so dearly missed Bodad’s contagious laugh. Love both of you.
Marilyn Orr Zincke says
Paul you fought the battle bravely and with digniy. You leave me with many special memories from our teenage years to now. So happy you were able to enjoy our last reunion. Boy….us ladies sure had fun dancing with you. May you dance across the clouds and always watch over your sweet wife Paulette til you meet again. May God bless you both with peace and comfort, knowing your steadfast love lives on til eternity. Amen.
Sandy (Worden) Pickett says
Yes, Paul had the best, biggest and friendliest smile, with those beautiful blue eyes! He was our Class of 68 star football player at Boone HS, and a friend to all. I actually got to know him much better, along with Paulette, as they were a huge part of our Class Reunion Committee, helping to plan several of our reunions.
My prayer for you, Paulette, and your family, is for God to wrap His loving arms around you and give you comfort and strength right now. I hope that all your favorite memories of your special times together with Paul, will help ease the sadness of missing him. Knowing that he is now resting peacefully in the arms of Jesus, makes his passing a little easier to accept, but he will be missed by everyone that knew him.
Love, hugs and prayers, Sandy
Tom Spear says
Sorry to hear about Paul. All the family is in our thoughts and prayers 🙏
Cindy Farrar says
Paulette my heart goes out to you. You were a diligent and faithful companion to Paul for so many years and you stayed strong right to the end. Please know if there is anything I can do to help just let me know.
My memories of Paul extend all the way back to 4th grade at Kaley! He was always smiling, always a lot of fun, always decent and honest. He was a stellar individual.
Amy McEwan Steele says
My deepest sympathy to Paulette and the family. 🙏🏻
Carol A Russell says
Paulette, family and friends. My prayers and thoughts are with y’all. So glad I got to spend that time with you two years ago.
Diana Brown says
So many great memories of Paul as Little League Coach and the good times Brandon shared with all of you on fun Gator trips and just simple play days with Franklin during childhood. He will be missed by many. Rest in peace, Paul. You battled bravely. Blessings to the family.🙏🏻❤️
Barbara Epperley says
Paulette, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this most difficult time. You are surrounded by love and that will get you through this.💜💜💜
Don Wilson says
May you rest in peace brother until we meet again!
Bob Wade says
Our deepest sympathy to you and all of your family on Paul’s passing. Much love and peace to you.
Bob and Deb Wade
Sande Maxwell says
Paul always smiled soo big whenever he greeted me. He was always gracious and kind. He will be missed.
Anita Abbott says
Dear Paulette,
I am so very sorry. What a great and beautiful love you and your beloved shared for these many years. Thank God for precious memories….cherish those you’ve shared with Paul. Prayers for comfort and strength for you and your family.
Jon mears says
My prayers go out to you and your family . I hope Jimbo and Paul are together . That would make so happy ,in the old days it was Robbin, Paul , and Jimbo.. That’s the big guys I looked up to.