Philip (Butch) Edward Davis Jr.

Philip “Butch” Edward Davis Jr., age 80, passed away on June 9, 2025. Born on June 16, 1944, in Kansas City, Missouri, Philip was the son of Philip Edward Davis Sr. and Helen Marie (Luce) Davis. He graduated proudly from Rosedale High School in the Class of 1962. Shortly after, he answered the call to serve his country, enlisting in the United States Navy, where he served honorably from 1964 to 1968. Following his military service, Philip returned home and continued his dedication to service by joining the Kansas City Kansas Fire Department. He served with commitment and pride for nearly 30 years, from December 16, 1967, until his retirement on December 16, 1995. He was promoted to Fire Captain on September 1, 1986, and retired with that rank. Philip also found meaningful ways to support his community, including a unique and cherished role as the only “room father” at Stony Point South Elementary. He spent countless seasons on baseball diamonds, basketball courts, and softball fields, always involved and always cheering. He found joy in life’s simple pleasures—fishing at Gardner Lake, spending Friday nights at Lakeside Speedway, sharing laughs at the Tumbleweed, square dancing with the J-N Club, trying his luck at the casino, and savoring a good cheeseburger or his favorite sweets. But nothing brought him more happiness than his grandchildren. He was their biggest fan—never missing a game, always cheering the loudest, and offering unwavering support. He celebrated their victories, encouraged them through challenges, and loved them deeply and completely. Philip was preceded in death by his parents; his loving wife, Phillis (Hancock) Davis; and his sister, Mary Nastasi. He is survived by his son, Philip Edward Davis III; daughters, Renee Ann Allan (Scott) and Melinda Ann McIntyre (William); grandchildren, Aaron Lakey, Tara McIntyre, Taylor Lakey, Jordan McIntyre, Alannah Davis, and Philip Davis IV; and great-grandson, Isaac McIntyre, with two more great-grandchildren on the way. A visitation will take place on Thursday, June 12, 2025, from 5:00–8:00 P.M. at Maple Hill Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Friday, June 13, 2025, at 1:00 P.M., also at Maple Hill Funeral Home. Burial with Navy honors will immediately follow at Chapel Hill Cemetery.

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Philip (Butch) Edward Davis Jr.

June 16, 1944 - June 9, 2025