I had the honor of serving with Chaplain Dan Davis as a chaplain's assistant in the 82nd Airborne Division from 1979 through 1982. He counseled my wife and I before we were married and my wife Marsha had her first job working with Ginny as an admin assistant for Central Texas College on Fort Bragg, NC. 
He shared their love story of a young marriage and encouraged us to realize the sacredness of marriage. He encouraged me in ministry when I was ordained 42 years ago in Fayetteville,  NC and has influenced my ministry all these years.  He became a  mentor and friend and I  thank God he placed him in my life.  May God bless his family,  you are blessed with a godly legacy from both of your parents. Rev. Bill Janey.

Papa was wonderful, Loving grandfather, who will be greatly missed.

Chaplain Dan and I served together during the Gulf War. He was genuine and a true man of God. He climbed…well, scampered over a tall fence. I struggled and was over twenty years younger. We laughed about that. He used to come over to International Baptist Church in Stuttgart and preach…he was gifted. I was thinking about him the other day and wondering how he was doing. Better than us now that he is home with his Lord. He would be so pleased to know that this old soldier is now a pastor. What a wonderful man!

Sheryl and Andy would like to extend our deepest sympathy to the family-friends during this time. We rejoice in Dan's homegoing and reflect on his and families past fellowship with our family. I remember you first coming to Jacksonville and staying in our huge apartment.  We love you guys. God bless you and thank you for sharing this magnificent Saint with us all

In all his travels he had never been to  Monument Valley, And we surprised him and took him there, Loved that man!

Had the pleasure of going on a trip with the Col. This is in Barrow Alaska.

Grandaughters are one of God's greatest gifts.

Young Daniel and Virginia with Pam and Cindy

Papa there has not been a time in my life I could not count on you for love, advice and support.  You have been a solid example of what A Man Of God looks like.  A wonderful husband to Nana and no one could have asked for a better Grandfather.  I know the Heavens rejoiced Christmas Day with your homecoming.  Nana and dad along with so many other family members to great you.   You are missed and your legacy will continue forever. All my Love.

Chaplain Davis was the best Chaplain I ever worked with.  He loved God, Ginny, his kids, and Soldiers.  He and Ginny supported me and I cared deeply for the two of them.

Pastor Dan was a wonderful friend to my late Parents, David and Sueann Royal.  My prayers for his family and may his memory be a blessing.

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Colonel Daniel Oscar Davis Jr.

May 20, 1932 – December 25, 2023

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