Gary James Davis Jr., 55, of Newport News, passed away on Saturday, January 31, 2026. Gary was a Project Manager for Two Rivers Bilt. He was passionate about sports, especially the New York Yankees and Dallas Cowboys. He also loved music, particularly U2, and taking his children to a Las Vegas concert at the Sphere was a cherished family memory.
Gary was preceded in death by his father, Gary James Davis Sr., and his loving wife of 17 years, Patricia (Patty) Salisbury Davis. He is survived by his children, son Jonathan G. Davis and daughter Danyeal S. Davis (“his pretty girl”); his mother, Nancy Davis Burks; his step-father, Byron L. Burks; his brother, Richard L. Davis; his nephews Keone Black, Kevin Biddle, and Andrew Davis; his sister-in-law, Melissa (Missy) Fuhrman (Patricia’s sister); and his two rescue canines, Tammy and Little Bit.
Gary’s legacy lives on through the relationships he forged. With his stories and advice, he left everyone he met with fond memories and a lasting impact.
The family will receive friends on Friday, February 6, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Peninsula Funeral Home in Newport News
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Gary was loud and obnoxious. He was the life of the party. I loved every moment I was around Gary. Will never forget how he arrived at Dani and Jonnys games. Always hooting and hollering from the parking lot to the bleachers.
I love you and miss you badly bro. You were a truly, original individual ,who impacted every life you came across…. Until I see you again my brother. Love you
Son, your memories and the joy you gave us will be forever in hearts as are Patty’s. So to all who read this… Gary and Patty holding hands, kissing in heaven forever and ever…. Amen.
I was shocked to hear of Gary’s passing. We worked with Gary on many projects for Two Rivers and he was always great at communicating and customer service. Fantastic business partner and he will be missed. RIP
You were a trusted friend, those are hard to find in life. I’ll miss ya! One day in heaven we will get to do karaoke together. Lol
Your corn hole partner,
Lady “L”
We are deeply saddened by Gary’s passing. He was a wonderful coach to our daughter and a dear friend to us. We will always cherish the memories we shared with Patty and Gary on and off the softball field. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Davis family.
~I know he’s up there singing in heaven, Leading the choir with a wink and a grin, Finding the notes that he lost on the earth, Where the song of his soul can truly begin.
He lived life in measures, in rhythm and rhyme, With a melody tucked in the palm of his hand; He’d sing through the shadows and whistle through time, his voice was like magic and would make people smile and sing all the time.
The silence he left is a heavy, strange chord, A rest in the middle of life’s busy score, But we know that he’s found what he always adored: A stage with no ending, a wide-open door.
So when the wind whistles a tune through the trees, Or a meadowlark mirrors a song that you know, Just lean in and listen—he’s there in the breeze, Still singing those songs to you.~
I will miss him singing too me when he’d walk in the door, the guess the song challenges in the isles, and our talks at the counter. He truly will be missed.
It’s not every day that you meet somebody that you build an instant friendship with! I met Gary through work as the Account Exec for East Lake Builders and Two Rivers Built at QXO (Beacon Building Products). Gary and I worked together often on their projects! He was that guy that you meet and feel like you’ve known your whole life. We quickly became friends outside of work and to know him was to love him! We had some great times and I’m going to miss that! He was a good man who would do anything for anyone! My sincerest sympthy to all of his family and friends! Until we meet again, rest in peace brother!
Gary James, its been 3 weeks today. Still missing u ALOT. Ur special K talks about u often. Still doesnt seem real that u are gone. I still play our songs. Will cherish the years that we shared. Wish u were still here. I got so much to tell u and show u. Ur boy Matt is doing good. He got his grades up in school. Hes doing better at Math because of what u taught him. Gosh I just wish u were here. Kynzleah asked me the night u passed “Momma I thought Gary was gonna be here to watch us grow up”. I told her u are watching from above. I love u my Gary James always and forever! 🩵💙 As u ALWAYS said to me “U WILL NEVER FIND A BETTER LOVER!” I will NOT.
Love always Tracie 💖