David Davidson

David Leo Davidson of Cape Girardeau died Saturday, March 7, 2026, at his home. He was born on August 23, 1943, in Galesburg, IL, son of Finis Leo and Bernedith Virginia Davidson. He and Teresa Kirby Davidson were married April 3, 1965, in Cape Girardeau. After Teresa's passing in 2003 he married his surviving wife, Rosemary Cowan, in 2022. After graduating from Cape Central High School and serving his country in the National Guard, David began a 45-year career as a brick and stone mason. He took tremendous pride in his craft, and the legacy of his work lives on in countless public/commercial buildings and residential homes throughout the Cape Girardeau community, including Kent Library, the Boat House, and the Federal Courthouse. David was an avid fisherman, card and game player with dominoes being his favorite in his later years. He served the community by coaching youth baseball and basketball for years, volunteering at Meals on Wheels, and catching enough crappie to serve hundreds at his church fish fries. He also enjoyed spending time with family and especially enjoyed spoiling his grandchildren and great grandchildren with his generosity. He was a member of Lynwood Baptist Church and cherished his church family. Survivors include his wife, a daughter, Gina (Rob) Maxwell of Peachtree City, GA; a son, David Shannon (Marcy) Davidson of Venice, FL; a brother, Lynn (Kay) Davidson of Cedar Hill, TX; six grandchildren, Tyler (Ashley) Schrama, Madison (Pierce) Blanchard, Katie (Luke) Delano, Amanda (Jackson) Sartain, Mitchell (Sara) Maxwell, and Michael Davidson; nine great-grandchildren, Blakelynn, Aurora, Brecken, Kami, Karli, Millie, Lydia, Skye, and Liam; one step-daughter, Kristi (Chad) Sivert; and one step grandson, Devin Sivert. He was preceded in death by his parents, first wife, sister, Mary Busch, and great-granddaughter, Remi. Friends may call at Lynwood Baptist Church from 12 pm to 2 pm on Saturday, March 14. Funeral services will begin Saturday at 2 pm at Lynwood Baptist Church with Rev. Mark Anderson officiating. Burial will be in Cape County Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Mark and Matt Busch, Scott Smith, Ed Lipscomb, Devin Sivert, and Brent Davidson. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Lynwood Baptist Church.

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David Davidson

August 23, 1943 - March 7, 2026