Anthony W. "Tony" Davis

OTTOVILLE – Anthony W. "Tony" Davis, 57, of Ottoville, died 6:07 p.m. Sunday, July 3, 2022 in Albion, IN.  He was born August 22, 1964 in Van Wert to the late Roger and Francis Lynn (Griffis) Davis.  On August 22, 1987, he married Shirley Gasser and she survives in Delphos.

Other survivors include two sons: Justin (Alicia) Davis of Landeck and Drew (Lisa Parr) Davis of Bella Vista, AR; five grandchildren: Kayla Spear, Shae Spear, Alexis Spear, Avery Krasky and Zane Krasky; two brothers: Steve Davis of Toledo and Jeff (Dawn) Davis of Ft. Wayne, IN; and many nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews.

Anthony was a sales manager for Nickles Bakery in Lima for many years. He was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Ottoville, Delphos Knights of Columbus and the Moose Lodge.

As we reflect upon the life of Tony Davis, we hold one truth close in mind. There are a thousand different versions of ourselves in a thousand different minds from those we meet.

Tony was no stranger to anyone.  Whether it was an employee in need of help, a family member or friend calling for assistance, or a customer in need, Anthony would always put anyone before himself.

As a devoted wrestling coach at Delphos St. John's for a number of years, he molded and mentored the local youth.

Gathering with close loved ones, he connected with others through his love of golf, OSU football and the ocean.

One to never shy down from a challenge, Tony had a strategic mind to find solutions to any issue. Mission driven and solution focused, he was able to find the path of least resistance to any problem.

Wearing the many hats of husband, father, grandfather, brother and uncle, he performed his duties and provided with dignity and grace. His motto of family first rang loud and true in his presence.

As an optimist, Tony leaned towards the lighter and brighter perspective.

Funeral Mass will begin at 10:30 a.m. Friday, July 8, 2022 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Ottoville with Fr. George Mahas officiating. Burial will be at a later date at St. Mary's Cemetery, Ottoville. Visitation will be held 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday and one hour prior to the mass on Friday at LOVE-HEITMEYER FUNERAL HOME, Jackson Township.  A Knights of Columbus rosary will begin at 7:30 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to a charity of the donor's choice.

Condolences may be expressed at www.lovefuneralhome.com.

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