Gary P. Davis

Gary Preston Davis, age 82, of Wellston, passed away Sunday, November 8, 2026, at his home. He was born July 12, 1944 in Wellston, Ohio, son of the late Frank Preston Davis and Mary Elizabeth Spearry Davis. Gary retired from the Austin Powder Company, where he was employed for 18 years. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and being outdoors. Gary is survived by his wife of 47 years, Catherine Maynard Davis; children, Gary Davis (Jeannie) of Zaleski, Keith Jordon (Jeannie) of Wellston; Cindy Leach (Paul) of Wellston, Mark Jordon of Laurelville, Rhonda Collins of Wellston, and Scott Davis (Kristina) of Laurelville; grandchildren, Michael, Kimberly, Missy, Sam, Tim, Bobbie Jo, Kourtney, Alexa, Maddie, Scott, and Brooklyn; sister, Marlene Haydon of Oak Hill; as well as several great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and an abundance of friends. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, James “Jamie” Davis; and sisters, Mabel Graham, Jane Long, Hazel Sorrell, and Ida Ruth Nettles. Calling hours will be Tuesday, November 10, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the McWilliams Funeral Home in Wellston. Funeral service will follow the calling hours at 7:00 p.m. with Pastor Tim Jones officiating. In keeping with Gary’s wishes, cremation will follow the service. Online condolences can be sent to the family at www.mcwilliams-funeralhome.com.