Donald Richard Davidson 86, of Hueytown devoted father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and servant of Christ went to be with the Lord on Sunday, March 27, 2022. He served as a deacon, teacher, and music leader at various churches in Western Jefferson County, and was a devoted member of Grace Life Baptist Church. He also taught and served as assistant principal for the Bessemer City School System for 35 years, and was a avid fisherman and friend of the needy.
Donald is preceded in death by his loving wife Barbara Davidson, and his parents Loraine and Newton Davidson and his brother, John Davidson.
He is survived by his son Ed Davidson; brothers Joe Davidson(Linda) and Jimmy Davidson(Debbie);
granddaughter, Linnea Davidson, grandson, Philip Davidson(Melissa) and granddaughter Anna Davidson Junkins(Timothy); great-granddaughters: Abigail and Nora Junkins.
A Celebration Service with Visitation first to be held in his memory at Grace Life Baptist Church on Friday, April 1, 2022 at 10:00AM. The Celebration Service will be held on Friday, April 1, 2022 at 11:00AM. A Committal Service will then be held at Highland Memorial Gardens on Friday, April 1, 2022 following the Celebration Service. Pastor Joel Frederick will be officiating.
In lieu of flowers, please make a contribution to Grace Life Baptist Church or Gideon's International
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.johnsridoutselmwoodchapel.com for the DAVIDSON family.