Robert Davis

Robert Gower Davis, 84, completed his earthly test and passed away on October 13, 2026, in St. George, Utah. Born June 28, 1942, in Cedar City, Utah, to John Virgil and Belle Velate Davis, he grew up in Kanarraville.

Robert was a farm boy, a combat engineer who served in Vietnam and Greenland, and a construction superintendent. Most importantly, he was a son, husband, father, brother, uncle, friend, and child of God. Known as Bob at work, he was a kind and effective supervisor who oversaw the construction of several commercial buildings in the Cedar City area. During more than 43 years with Carter Enterprises, he formed lifelong friendships. He placed caring for his family more than anything else and worked long, hard hours to support their dreams. Many people considered Robert the hardest-working person they had ever met. He was known for his kindness, his desire to improve the world around him, and his deep loyalty to family and friends.

He is survived by his wife, Deanna Smith Davis; his children, Robert Scott Davis, Teresa Kay Elliot (Devin), and Corey J. Davis (Sharmain); his 10 grandchildren, Clover, Teyler, Hayden, Maddox, Robby, Fynnegan, Archie, Annie, Zach, and Ben; and his two great-grandchildren, Millie and Wade.

Robert is preceded in death by his parents, Virgil and Belle; his brothers, John Virgil and Allen Davis; and his son-in-law, Devin Elliot.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on October 17, 2026, at the Kanarraville LDS Chapel, 80 South Main Street, Kanarraville, Utah 84720. Viewings will take place from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. on Friday, October 16, 2026, at Southern Utah Mortuary, 190 N. 300 W., Cedar City, Utah, and at 9:00 – 9:30a.m. on Saturday, October 17, 2026, before the funeral. Interment will follow at Kanarraville Cemetery under the direction of Southern Utah Mortuary.

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