of Guy, AR
September 28, 1949 - November 13, 2025
Gary Davis, 76 of Guy, Arkansas went to be with the Lord on Thursday the 13th of November 2025. He was born September 28th, 1949, in Shreveport, LA, to the late parents Sam and Wynonah (Valentine) Davis.
Gary was a faithful member of the Mt. Olive Baptist church in Guy, AR.
Left, to cherish his memory are his loving family: his wife of 51 years, Kay Davis, his sons, Shawn (and wife Whitney) of Jacksonville, AR, and Eric Davis of Centerton, AR; his two grandchildren, Lily and Gabrielle Davis; and his brother, Wesley Davis.
Visitation will be from 6:00 to 8:00pm on Saturday 11/15/2025 at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home in Greenbrier Arkansas. Funeral services will be held at 2:00pm on Sunday 11/16/2025 at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home in Greenbrier, Arkansas.
A second visitation will be from 6:00 to 8:00 pm Monday 11/17/2025 at Lewis Funeral Home in Magnolia Arkansas. Funeral services will be at 10:00am on Tuesday 11/18/2025 also at Lewis. Internment at Silver Hill Methodist church Mt Holly Arkansas following the funeral.
Gary loved God, his family, drag racing, and his life's work as an independent oil producer. He served terms as president of the Oil Producers of Arkansas, board member of Arkansas Oil & Gas Museum, contributed to Arkansas oil and gas documentaries and worked with Don Hodel (former US secretary of energy) on energy policy where he helped give a voice to energy producers across the state. Over the years, he owned, operated, and partnered in multiple businesses within the oil industry.
His favorite pastime, drag racing, was a constant thread throughout his life�"one that brought him immense joy and lifelong friendships with those who shared his passion.
Gary deeply loved his family and friends, and he made it a point to check on each of them regularly to make sure they were happy, healthy, and knew he was always there for them.
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13 Condolence(s)
Marci Jeffcoats
Sunday, November 16, 2025
Gray was my second cousin. What a wonderful and generous man he was. Our family is getting smaller by the years but larger in heaven. We will miss him so much. Until we meet again.
Connie McMillen
Saturday, November 15, 2025
Ms. Kay, my heart bleeds for you at this time. I love Mr. Gary, loved visiting with him at the race track, loved his spirit and respect for the drag racing sport and most of all, I loved his never ending kindness. He was such an intelligent and good man. We would talk at the drag strip and I enjoyed listening to him voice his knowledge on many different subjects. He certainly love Jesus, you, his boys and family. Hugs and prayers, my sweet friend…….I know how much you will miss him.
Tim Reynolds
Saturday, November 15, 2025
Sis Davis
May the peace of God that passes all understanding bring comfort and strength to each of you. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Tim, Judy and Jonathan
Carolyn White
Saturday, November 15, 2025
My thoughts are with you at this time
Jennifer Brooks-Theriot
Saturday, November 15, 2025
Kay, my sincere condolences in the loss of your husband! You are in my thoughts and prayers!
Cindy Davis Faulk
Saturday, November 15, 2025
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, during this difficult time. God's strength and grace are with you all. Cindy and Quincy Faulk
Carol and Gilbert Andrus
Friday, November 14, 2025
Kay, Shawn,Eric and other family we are so sorry for Gary's passing. We know he's in the arms of Jesus. You all will be together again someday.
Joyce Melton
Friday, November 14, 2025
My sincere condolences to Kay and family.
Karen Maglaughlin
Friday, November 14, 2025
Kay, so sorry to hear of Gary's passing. I know it is a huge loss, losing your husband, know you are loved. I know you have a great support system, let them help you through this very difficult time. Prayers for you and your family.
David Reynolds
Friday, November 14, 2025
My deepest sympathy
Gary was a good operator, friend & industry leader for many years
His support will be missed
Donna Yerby
Friday, November 14, 2025
Gary was my Double First Cousin and like a brother to me. He had such a wonderful laugh which I am missing so much.
Ameta Lann Watson
Friday, November 14, 2025
Kay.
I'm so sorry . Sweet man. Fond memories of you & Gary at Immanuel Baptist.
Praying for all of you
Love
Ameta
John manion