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AMOS EDWARD (BUD) DAVIS -
Date of Passing: Dec 27, 2013
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryAMOS EDWARD (BUD) DAVIS 1921 - 2013 It is with deep sadness we announce the passing of our father and grandfather on December 27, 2013 at Grace Hospital. Bud was predeceased by his wife Effie, his companion Vicki, his sons Douglas, Edward and Maynard all in infancy and his brother Jim. He leaves to mourn his passing; his brother Ken (Glady); his daughter Sharon, son Brian (Laurie); grandchildren Sandra (Dave), Doug (Jenn), Megan, Drew; great-grandchildren; Zoe, Brayden, Paige, Luke, Breyanne, Kenzie, close family friend Laura, along with numerous other relatives and good friends. Bud was born and raised in St. Vital, eventually moving to Crystal City where he met Effie his wife and partner of 57 years. He joined the R.C.A.F. and served overseas during the war. Dad married Effie in London, England 1944. After the war they returned to Winnipeg where he worked for Rivers Brothers Garage. While working there he obtained an accounting diploma which eventually led to his employment of over 25 years with Mack Trucks Canada, (Winnipeg, Thunder Bay, Hamilton, Nanaimo, Regina and Saskatoon) until his retirement in 1986. He often met with his retired co-workers for coffee monthly. Bud was always involved in the communities where he worked. He was President of Airways community club and loved curling, fishing and playing cards. He was highly involved in the Royal Canadian Legion and is a Life Member. Number 4 in Winnipeg was his home branch where he served in many capacities; over 55 club, color party, meat draws, bingo, cribbage and many other activities. Bud was an explorer at heart and loved to see and do new things. He loved to visit new places and many a story could be told of all the roads he travelled. He provided compassionate care for Mom for many years as she struggled with a number of medical issues. He was involved with his children's and grandchildren's activities coaching hockey, cubs, scouts as well as an active supporter at all the events as he could attend. A memorial service will be held Monday, January 6, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. at Chapel Lawn Funeral Home, 4000 Portage Avenue. Cremation interment to follow in Chapel Lawn Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers donations can be made in Bud's memory to either of the following charities; Heart and Stroke Foundation or Simaril, Supported Living, 1 - 1031 Autumnwood Drive, Winnipeg, MB R2J 1C6. For those who wish to sign the online Guest Book please visit our website. Chapel Lawn www.chapellawn.ca 204-885-9715
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 04, 2014
Condolences & Memories (4 entries)
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Bud was a super guy and a very special friend to my parents Frank and Edna. I do not know of anyone that always was so cheerful and had a good joke to tell. My sister was at the service and she mentioned that Brian had on his mink bow tie and that sure reminded me of Bud. he will be greatly missed as he was one in a million. You just have to think of him and you smile - Posted by: Lynn Wilkinson (my parents special friend) on: Jan 07, 2014
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My dad Leo Lebel was a good friend of Bud's at Mack Truck in Winnipeg in the 60s and 70s. Bud the accountant and Leo the salesman were a comedy team, constantly laughing and teasing one another. They even looked alike, with the slicked back hair and wire frame glasses. Leo had black hair, though, and Bud's hair was white even then. One favourite gag of theirs was for Leo to introduce Bud as his father to an unsuspecting business associate or Mack customer at lunch. Bud played straight man perfectly, and the gag fooled a lot of people. I remember the sounds of lots of laughter when Bud and Effie would come over at Christmas or in the summer. I'm sure Leo would agree that Bud got the last laugh though, and wish him well. A happy, funny man. - Posted by: Paul LeBel (Son of a friend of Bud's) on: Jan 06, 2014
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Bud was always there for me. In 1982, as a young businessman I had hired Bud as my man with the "grey hair" to help me out with Mack trucks in Saskatchewan. During that year the interest rates went to 22% and the sales of Mack trucks tanked. I asked Bud "What do we do about this problem Bud?" In classic Bud's humor and poise he said "I have no idea what to do about the high interest rates but what I will do is to come to work everyday and wish everyone a happy and energetic "Good Morning". He did!! That simple gesture was instrumental in keeping a positive attitude at our Mack dealerships during some very tough times! Cheers Bud, It was an honor to call you a friend and colleague. I will miss the "Bud" we would have at the Legion when I would visit Winnipeg over the last 8 years. Clayton Gray, Hong Kong - Posted by: Clayton Gray (Friend and business colleague ) on: Jan 05, 2014
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We met at the lake. He always had a sense of humor and was a gentleman. - Posted by: Gary and Gail Kreiner (Friend) on: Jan 04, 2014
