Robert Samuel Davis

1959 - 2011

Robert Samuel Davis obituary, 1959-2011, Arlington, TX

BORN

1959

DIED

2011

FUNERAL HOME

Moore Bowen Road Funeral Home

4216 South Bowen Road

Arlington, Texas

Robert Davis Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Oct. 5, 2011.

ARLINGTON, TEXAS -- Robert Samuel Davis, 52, lost his battle with Lou Gehrig's disease, (ALS), Sunday, Oct. 2, 2011.
Rob was born March 17, 1959, the son of Thomas and Robbie Davis. He was employed as a photojournalist, police officer, firefighter, certified EMT, certified paramedic, nurse and certified respiratory therapist with several departments and hospitals in the Dallas-Fort Worth area and surrounding cities throughout his career. He was a graduate of both the regional police and fire academies. Rob held a B.S. degree from Trinity College with a major in occupational health and safety. He held numerous certificates from health, police, fire and nursing training facilities. He continued his education throughout his life. He was a U.S. Air Force Veteran, and was discharged in 1978.
Rob's most recent employment was as a contract nurse in Iraq with KBR (2004-2006). While in Iraq he made many friends, including Iraqi generals. He helped Iraqis when they came to him for medical needs, and the general heard and asked to meet Rob and would invite him to the palace for tea. Rob really enjoyed their friendship and was given a beautiful present when he left.
He was so good at diagnosing illnesses and taking care of our soldiers that they built a medical clinic for him to run by himself. Some of his patients were Navy Seals who usually only went to the Navy doctors. The truck drivers who drove the supplies to the servicemen became his close friends. When they got home, they had reunions and included "Doc." He wasn't able to drive anymore or walk, but they took care of him like he did them when they were in Iraq. Rob spent several years traveling with Pat Green and his band and had many friends in the music business that he helped any way he could.
He was a professional photographer and took pictures for the Star-Telegram for several years. When Delta Flight 191 crashed at Dallas-Fort Worth on Aug. 2, 1985, he was one of the first responders to help. He also took pictures of the crash that they published and have repeated on anniversaries of the crash.
Diagnosed with ALS in 2006, Rob valiantly carried on his life. He said that he would rather retain his social ability than his mobility. He was active in various forums on the internet, including paramedic and radar sites, as well as the new site, "Remember in Arlington, TX when..." Rob provided advice and suggestions to anyone who asked. His goal in life was to serve others and to help them improve themselves by sharing his experiences and education.
Rob was the best son anyone ever had. I will miss his smile and laugh. His stories about his experiences were fascinating and his personality was so beautiful that everyone fortunate enough to have crossed his path felt better off by just having him for a friend. When he was in high school, the Texas Rangers baseball team came to town and Rob spent the first year going to all the games. By the second year, they asked him to work in the clubhouse where he met and became friends with the managers, coaches and players. He is still remembered for his enthusiasm and hard work trying to make things better for the players. Billy Martin had a rule that no one could sit in the dugout but asked Rob to. He really loved them and was so happy that after all these years that they were finally in the World Series last year and won the division title this year.
Rob was preceded in death by his father, Thomas W. Davis; grandfather, Sam B. Waite; and grandmother, Evelyn Vaughan.
Survivors: Mother, Robbie Rae Pritchard and stepfather, Joe Pritchard of Arlington; father, Ralph Ruth of Brenham; aunt, Jodie Wilson of Galveston; uncle, Sam Waite of Yokohama, Japan; brother, Jim Davis of Arizona; brother, Michael Ruth of Dallas; sister, Katie Ruth of Dallas; numerous cousins throughout Texas; and many friends throughout the world.

Moore Funeral Home-Bowen Chapel
4216 S. Bowen Rd.
Arlington, TX 76016
(817) 468-8111

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July 17, 2012

Jeffrey Euclide

I'd like to extend my condolences to Rob's family for their loss. Sadly I've been out of touch with the RadarDetector.net forum way too long and hence unaware of his passing. I never got to know him very well in my time early on back in '08-09 but his presence was huge here, not to mention his service to our country and that will be greatly missed.

July 16, 2012

Terry Batton

I just heard the news. I was with Rob in Iraq. I actually took the picture, of him on the stretcher at TQ before, he shipped out. Prayers are with his family. MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALL.

July 16, 2012

Terry Batton

I am shocked at the news I just heard of today. I worked in Iraq with Rob and actually treated him and then took the picture of him lying on the stretcher in TQ Iraq. That was the last time I ever saw him. My love and prayers go to the family. MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALL...

March 31, 2012

David Mosby

I am very sorry to hear of Rob's passing. We worked together in the 90's. He was hard working and sharp. I heard about this from the Six Flags site. Prayers for the family.

March 2, 2012

John Helmuth

RIP Rob, you will be missed by many.

January 31, 2012

Micah Hardy

Rob was a great guy. Just being around him a few times made me learn to live life to the fullest and make each day count!

November 25, 2011

JoAnne Christian

I just found out about the passing of Dustdevil/Rob, words cannot convey how much he meant to all of us at "the City" not only with his sage advice, but also with his true honesty. You will be greatly missed my friend. Godspeed...AC

November 15, 2011

John Painter

I hate uncurable diseases :( God Bless

November 2, 2011

Joe Colao

Rob I only knew you through the online community but was very impressed with your knowledge and willingness to listen. You made an impact on alot of us who never met you. Rest in peace.

November 2, 2011

I knew Rob online only, but know he touched so many lives with the life he led. May he rest in peace.

November 2, 2011

GreenRadar

Rob was a great guy. I enjoyed our conversations all the time. He was one of the best moderators on the forum and always knew how to laugh and make others laugh. He will be missed, the forum won't be the same with out him.

October 18, 2011

Korioni Morris

RIP Rob, it was a pleasure speaking to and getting to know you! You made a huge impact on me!

October 16, 2011

Frank Hula

Rob was a best friend and a brother to me, he would do anything for me and I would do anything for him, his loss to me is great, and it is a loss to this country, I will miss him I share the pain of his mother, step father and other family members. But we did have a special relationship, with Wes, Ken, David, and others. We had great times and those are the times I want to remember. Rest in Peace Brother, you are in my heart for ever, and we will meet in Heaven. Love Frank

October 14, 2011

Darla Pyburn

I just recently had the pleasure of getting to know Rob. In just two short months, he had made many friends and contributed so many memories to "Remember in Arlington, Tx when...". It seems he did everything with all he had and did it all so well! My thoughts and prayers are with you.

October 14, 2011

Anita McCrary

I never met Robert, only just read his obituary today in the Star Telegram. What a remarkable man, how unfortunate for him to have passed from this life at such a young age. My condolences to his family, aren't you lucky to have had such a special person in your lives. God bless.

October 14, 2011

i met robert samuel davis in the early 1990 ...had a lot of great times and lots of fun with rob , became a good close neighbor , really missed him when he went on his jobs overseas but did stay in contact until recently ...he was an very intelligent gentleman and very well liked by everyone that i that i met while with rob ....he will be greatly missed .....Weldon .Standefer ,( ARLINGTON TEXAS )

October 14, 2011

Steve Paradissis

RIP buddy was an honor to meet you in 2009. You left us too young. I guess it is true that God loves to take the good people first. I am sure God is taking care of you in heaven.

October 12, 2011

Victor Schuel

I met Rob for the first (and only) time in 2009 at a testing event in the Cleveland area. He was a person full of great advice, and I know that he will be missed by all in the community.

October 12, 2011

Abhi Kutnikar

Wow, RIP. I didn't know Rob very well, but he was always extremely helpful when I would message him regarding certain car parts. Life can be taken from you at the drop of a hat. Perhaps it is true that the good die young.

We will miss you Rob.

October 12, 2011

Jim Saunders

I knew Rob as "DustDevil" through the forum EMTCity. I had the pleasure of meeting him once and cherish the short time we spent together. Rob made it seem as if we had been life long friends. I think it was just his way with people. Your tour is over Rob, we'll take it from here.

October 11, 2011

Robert Sauvé

I know Robert as Stealth Stalker ,
his Spirit crossed borders all over
the web giving advices without counting.
Stenght and peace to his family.

October 11, 2011

Patrick Enrico

I first met Rob through Rd.net after receiving a short ban. We got to talking afterwords and I found out that Rob was pretty awesome. After talking about "The Big Lebowski" and suggesting on several occasions that he watch it, I finally got this message,

"Watching The Big Lebowski for the second time tonight, haha. Unfortunately, it's the edited for television version. Still awesome though!

Rob"

I'm so glad he enjoyed that movie!

I've never met him and have only held a few small conversations with him, but in that short time I found out he was a pretty awesome guy. I was hoping to eventually meet him at a radar meet and was deeply saddened to hear of his passing.

October 11, 2011

Fred Webb

My sincerest condolences are extended to the Rob's family. I did not have the pleasure of meeting Rob in person, but as I worked on assembling a video tribute, I could not help but notice his incredible and ever present smile. Rob was a remarkable young man.

October 11, 2011

Michael Davis

I met Rob on Radardetector.net. Besides sharing the same name or LEO background we agreed on so much when it came down to humanity. This is the 2nd time that I lost a friend to this insidious disease. I lost my midnight partner a few years ago to the same disease. I am sure I do not need to tell his family what an honorable man they raised. He touched a lot of hearts and saved a lot of hearts through his professions. It did not matter if you were standing right in front of him or on the other side of the world. Where ever you were he was the first to lend a hand. God bless.

October 11, 2011

Jason Petersen

I met Rob on Radardetector.net. He was a good man who always answered questions for people and who was faithful to the cause of the board even when his end was near. He is certainly someone I will never forget. I will pray for all of you.

October 10, 2011

"Radar" Roy Reyer

Rob, thank you for being such a loyal friend, adviser and for all the hard work you did for our radar detector community. You will be missed!

October 10, 2011

Bill Willibey

I never met Rob, but I know that he was loved by his family, and I offer my condolences.

October 10, 2011

David Phelps

Although Rob was my second cousin I only had a short time to get to know him, I found him very intelligent. I enjoyed our conversations very much, and found that we had so much in common in what we loved. I found him as a person with a very sweet spirit, and know he is dancing with Jesus in Heaven right now.

October 10, 2011

Sandy (Stone) Nunley

As my younger cousin, he was known as Sam. I want to thank everyone for the wonderful words of sympathy toward my Aunt. I am so happy that everyone knew him like I did. He is and always will be all of the things you have said. I can just imagine him on his cloud ... organizing it to suit him and helping other newly departed. I have a huge place in my heart that Sam will always occupy. RIP, my cousin.

October 10, 2011

Rod Williams

I worked with Rob as a Paramedic in the 80's and learned alot from him. We kept in touch over the years, and he was always upbeat and positive. He had hours of entertaining stories to share from his many varied experiences. My condolences to his family, please know he will be missed by many. RIP Rob.

October 9, 2011

Brent

Rob was such an amazingly intelligent person. I wish his family had a chance to know every life he had the chance to touch. I will always cherish memories of conversations we had, even though they were just online. I wish I had mastery of the British English spelling, just to write this. I hope we can all carry on his legacy in everyone one we meet.

October 9, 2011

Wendy Heath

Rob was a mentor to many of us on EMTCity and changed our views of what prehospital medicine could be- FOREVER. He shaped how many of us approach our practice. He had a wonderful personality, and I am privileged to have known him. It is a true tragedy to have lost him so young. I will miss him for many years to come.

October 9, 2011

2c 4

My deepest sympathies to Rob's family. I never met him in person, but I considered him to be a mentor and a friend. We spoke many hours, face to face, yet hundreds of miles apart. I am one life, among thousands, that your son, brother, etc., made an impact on. Thank you.

October 9, 2011

Brett Lang

I met Rob through an EMS forum. He was a great source of information, education and a driving force to inspire people to better themselves and not accept anything less than being the best you could be.

My depest condolences to his family and friends in their time of sorrow.

October 9, 2011

Teri Heiney

I met Rob on EmtCity where he was known to me as Dustdevil. He was one of those people that you either loved...or hated. He was always willing to answer questions and he always made you think. He was also truly happy for me when I told him a couple of months ago that I had made the jump to paramedic. He was an awesome person and I will miss his advice terribly. My thoughts and prayers are with Rob and his family and friends from all over.

October 9, 2011

What a remarkable person Robert must have been! His short time here obviously touched many lives; he was and will continue to be a blessing to others. May God's comfort embrace you in the days ahead.

October 9, 2011

Doris Ricks-Lankford

I am so sorry for your loss. Though I did not know Robert, I wish that I had know him. My sincere condolences to all who knew him - all his friends and familiy are in my prayers. Doris Ricks-Lankford, Patient Services Director, North Texas Chapter, ALS Association.

October 9, 2011

Jesse Martinez

I meet Rob three years ago The first day we meet he made me feel as though I had a friend for life.Little did I know that life would be so short. But Rob's friendship will be in my heart forever. R.I.P. My brother

October 9, 2011

pam mccullough

rob and my brother were real goods friends n house school,he came to our house a lot,he was a sweet guy,im so sorry to hear about his death.

October 9, 2011

Deborah Funderburk-Ward

I went to high school with Rob and he was a sweet, kind, and gentle man. I will miss him and his infectious laugh. My prayer's and sympathies are with the family at this time.

October 7, 2011

Brie R

I met Rob on a Dixie Chicks fan board 11 years ago. I'm very sorry to hear of his passing. My condolences to the family.

October 7, 2011

Judy Richie

I never met Rob. His photo shows what a handsome man he was. I know he was a joy for Robbie and Joe. My prayers are with all of you.

October 7, 2011

Sylvia Gaines

Rob has such a great smile in this photo. I remember standing outside Fielder House a few years ago, talking, and how excited Rob was to be home and how he talked about our our high school days. Though I didn't really know him well, the times we talked he seemed so up-beat despite his weakened state. I know you'll miss him forever. He was a wonderful person. Bless you all.

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