of Conway, AR
August 20, 1958 - February 2, 2026
Richard ''Rick'' Davis, 67, of Conway, Arkansas, passed away peacefully at home on February 2, 2026.
Born on August 20, 1958, in Hobart, Indiana, to Jean (Diederich) and William Davis, Rick earned his Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Purdue University of Lafayette. He later built a long and successful career in information technology, serving as a Systems Analyst at Gainer Bank, where he met his wife, Barbara, and retiring as a Mainframe Architect from Fidelity Information Services after more than 30 years.
Rick was an avid outdoorsman and a dedicated volunteer with The Ozark Society, helping build and maintain trails in Buffalo National River Park. He enjoyed visiting national parks across the country, especially to photograph landscapes and night skies. A proud Eagle Scout, he carried on the family tradition shared by his father, brother, and later his son. Rick also served his community for many years as a volunteer firefighter and board member of the Liberty Volunteer Fire Department.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Rick is survived by his wife, Barbara; his siblings Tim (Suzie) Davis, Pam (Wade) Vaughn, Cyndi ( Jeff ) Beedle, Rhiannon Davis; children, Kali ( Jacob) Lambert, Nathan (Abby) Davis and step son Jerry ( Deidre) Cordova; grandchildren, Liam, Max, and Ezra; and several loving nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held February 13th from 6 to 8 p.m. at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home, 650 Central Landing Blvd., Conway.
A memorial Mass will follow on February 14th at 11 a.m. at St. Joseph's Chapel.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Liberty Volunteer Fire Department via CashApp at $LibertyVFD, or to The Ozark Society at www.ozarksociety.net/donations.
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8 Condolence(s)
Larry Trussell
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
I just heard this and very saddened by the news. I will always cherish the many hikes and camps with Rick.
Prayers of peace and love to all family.
The Ozark Society
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
Rick was a longstanding member of the Ozark Society. We received an honorarium in his name from Pamela Vaughn of Williamsburg, VA. The message: "Your love for the outdoors lives on with us."
Shawn Wilkins.
Saturday, February 14, 2026
Rip my friend I knew Rick on my time at liberty fire department he was an awesome guy to be around. And prayers go out to the family
Brian Thompson - President - The Ozark Society
Friday, February 13, 2026
The Ozark Society would like Rick's family to know of an honorary donation of $100 made by Kyle Vaughn, 10695 Addison Ct, CO. 80126. Mr. Vaughn's message: "In loving memory of Rick Davis."
Mark and Lisa Head
Tuesday, February 10, 2026
Rick was a great neighbor and friend. He was never too busy to help people in any way possible. He was a genuine and humble man who always had a smile for everyone. He will be missed. Our prayers and condolences to his family.
Mike and Jackie Harrell
Sunday, February 8, 2026
We are heartbroken to hear that Rick has passed. So many memories of fun times with Rick and Barb at school functions, Birthdays etc…. Mike and Connor of course got to spend much more time with Rick on Boy Scout functions, and says that Rick was for sure who he would pick to have along on a trip to the woods if lost or in distress. Says he knew the woods and trails and knew how to navigate them safely. Our love and prayers for Barb, Kali and Nathan and all the rest of the Davis family . May God Bless each of you during this most difficult time.
Abby Davis
Sunday, February 8, 2026
One of my favorites memories with Mr. Davis was when Nathan and I were still dating and we went to go get Andy’s for everyone. I asked Dad what he wanted and he said, a Large Triple Chocolate Concrete! He was, and still is the only man I’ve ever known to be able to eat a large triple chocolate and loved enjoying a treat with his family as much as I do! I’ll never forget the look of pride on his face when we got to tell him we were expecting Ezra, seeing the look of joy on his face when he met him was priceless. Any time I was over, Dad D and I had the best conversations about how the Arkansas Razorbacks were doing, the Chicago Bears, and how much he loved the outdoors.
A couple things about Mr. Davis I really admired was that he was a humble man and had a servants heart. Anytime someone would bring up how he served his community through the fire department he never made a big deal out of it. Seeing him help their neighbors over the years, he never made a big deal out of it because he always knew it was the right thing to do.
He has the same gentle, warm soft smile that Nathan has and I’m so grateful that his grandson, Ezra, got to meet his Opa and will have a small piece of his legacy through his middle name, William! We can’t wait to take Ezra on outdoor adventures to enjoy God’s beautiful creation as much as Dad D did!
May you rest in peace Dad Davis with our Heavenly Father. We feel so much peace knowing you are fully healed and in the arms of our Savior, Jesus Christ. We will love you forever and can’t wait to see you again in Heaven one day! Enjoy an Old Style for us, we love you Dad!
Kali Lambert
Friday, February 6, 2026
Dad, I will always remember the adventures we went on though life together. From the first responder calls I was with you for to seeing your first North Dakota buffalo together.
I always thought you were a super hero as a child. Watching to run towards the chaos to help others no matter what that meant for yourself. As I grew up and be came an adult I truly saw how much of a super hero you truly were in everything you did.
I have so many fond memories of our times together. The laughs and tears we shared. All the meteor showers you woke me up for since I was 4. All the random places we wound up because of some history you just had to see in person. It sparked that sense in me and I'm so glad your memories can live on though myself and my siblings to be passed down to all your grandbabies.
I wish you could have met Max. You would have loved him as much as Liam. I'll never forget when I saw you melt holding new born Liam. You are such an amazing person Dad. I will forever miss you and I can't wait to see you again and give you a big hug and tell you how much I love you.