George William Davids

Struthers - George William Davids, 74, of Struthers, died Tuesday evening, February 9, 2016 at his residence with his family by his side.

Bill was born March 23, 1941 in Youngstown, a son of the late George and Josephine Bulla Davids.

Raised in Struthers, Bill, known as "Wild Bill" was a 1960 graduate of Struthers High School. He was a musician and played the drums. In the late 50's and 60's, Bill had the band, Bill Davids and the Rockets and also backed the Edsels. He also had The Chessman, Bill Davids Orchestra, and Melody Inn Trio in Fullerton, CA. Bill toured with Ralph Natural and the Natural's in clubs from Chicago to New York and started work for Rogers Drums in Dayton, OH. After serving in the United States Army in Ft. Carson, CO, Bill returned to Rogers Drums as assistant designer and warehouse manager. The company moved to California in 1969. Later Bill did various concert promotions for Frank Gorshin, Donald O'Connor, and Sam Butera and the Wildest.

Bill became a Certified Life Underwriter for Massachusetts Mutual until moving back to Struthers in 1991. He had a tax preparing business named Aaron Davids Tax Solutions, so he could be first in the phone book. He recently merged with Liberty Tax Service. He continued to be very involved in the local music scene after renewing friendships with many local musicians. Bill was a member of the Gyros.

Bill leaves his wife of 30 years, the former Barbara Blewitt Kenville; three step-sons, Thomas (Jessica) Kenville of Shaker Hts, OH, Timothy (Wendy) Kenville of Edmond, OK, and Jeffery (Melissa) Kenville of Waikoloa, HI; he was affectionately known as "Pa Bill" to his five grandchildren, Emily Ann Kenville, Nicholas Kenville, Jessica Kenville, Sophie Louise Kenville, and Avery Kenville; one brother, Terry (Linda) Davids of Tempe, AZ; and three brothers-in-law, Bing (Nancie) Blewitt of Northport, AL, Billy (Jane) Blewitt of Bedford, VA, and Bob (Carol) Blewitt of Columbus, OH.

Bill never had a care in the world and it was his wishes that there would be no calling hours or services, but a party be thrown instead. That being said, a party in "Wild Bill's" honor will be held Saturday, February 13, from 12-2:00 PM at Donavito's Restaurant, 139 S. Bridge Street, Struthers, OH 44471.

Bill's family would like to extend their sincere appreciation for the wonderful care Bill received from the staff at Hospice of the Valley and his family request any gifts take the form of contributions to Hospice of the Valley, 5190 Market Street, Boardman, OH 44512.