"Sorry to hear the news of Bobbys passing! He huge smile and willingness to help others will be missed. Our deepest condolences and prayers to family and friends."
In loving memory of
Robert Eugene Davis
February 17, 1949 - October 25, 2019
Robert Bob Davis, 70, of Portsmouth, Rhode Island, passed away unexpectedly on October 25, 2019, in Portsmouth.
Bob was born on February 17, 1949, in Panama City, FL to the late Collie Davis and the late Catherine (McCarthy) Davis. He was the husband of the late Delphine Liz (Moore) Davis.
He was in the US Navy during the Vietnam era, and settled in Newport with his wife Liz.
Bob was a co-owner of Moore Blooms in Middletown for over 20 years. He was known for greeting the customers with a smile and was exceptionally great with all the children who came by with their parents to shop. He was a loving husband, father, uncle, and a good friend to so many.
Bob is survived by his son, Kevin Davis of Portsmouth, his brother Richard Davis of Rockledge, FL, his sister Margaret Garcia of Florence, AZ, his brother-in-law, Thomas Moore and his wife Nancy of Middletown, his sister-in-law Marge Lieb of Waccabuc, NY, as well as many nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews.
Besides his wife and parents, he was preceded in death by his son, Michael Davis, and his brothers James Davis and Joseph Davis.
Visiting hours will be held on Thursday, November 7, 2019, from 4:00 7:00PM, in the Connors Funeral Home, 55 West main Road, Portsmouth.
His funeral and burial at St. Columba Cemetery in Middletown will be held privately by his family.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in his memory may be made to the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 3049, Syracuse, NY 13220-3049, or https://www.heart.org/en/.
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"I'll miss my friend Bob. I'd see Bob several times each week at Moore Blooms or at Hoogendoorns.Easy going, good conversation and always making suggestion. "You know Ed, did you ever think about..."God Bless"
"I missed Bob on each of my visits to Moore Blooms this summer, and now will miss him always. Heartfelt condolences to all of you, his family and friends."
"John and I will sincerely miss your smiling face and your huge heart. It wont be the same without you as our neighbor and friend."
"The Davis Family, Bob and I have been friends for many years since Sears and Aquidneck Shopping Center opened. .Bob was a great guy with a personality to match. Whenever we talked he made me smile showing his friendship.I just read the obituary and am shocked. Some things happen too soon! My condolences to Bob's Family!"
"We were devastated to hear of Bobbys passing last week and will remember him always for his good natured personality. He was a good friend and neighbor to our son, daughter-in-law and two grandsons who lived across the street from Moore Blooms. We will keep his family and loved ones in our hearts."
"I grew up across Broadway with Bob. I am so sorry for the loss of Bob. He was such a sweet, nice , funny and considerate man. I also worked for many years along with Liz. I spoke with him this summer and he told me how he missed Liz. I will hold my memories of the young boy and special man that Bob became. My heart felt condolences to his son and all of his family"
"It breaks my heart to see this obituary. Bob was such a kind man who was always quick with a smile and an extended hand shake. We will miss him immensely at Moore Blooms. May he Rest in Peace among the angels."
"Sorry to hear the news of Bobbys passing! Such a quiet , sweet man with a million dollar smileMay you Rest In Peace You have your wings to be with all your beloved family High in the heavensour deepest sympathy to all! Reggie and Joyce Cooper"
"Kevin, My heart breaks for you. Our families have been friends for many, many years. I have many memories .of all the fun we had. Your dad was a super dad, father and friend. I will miss him so much. My door is always open. Love you, Kevin"