Richard "Bruce" Davis

Richard “Bruce” Davis, 66, of Cadiz, passed away on Friday, February 13, 2026 at the Valley Hospice Center North in Steubenville, Ohio. Bruce was born January 19, 1960 in Martins Ferry, Ohio a son of the late Roger and Jean Davis.

Bruce was a 1978 graduate of Cadiz High School where he played football and wrestled. He worked for Cravat for a few years and then went to work for ODOT as a surveyor and retired after 30 years. During the 1980’s and 90’s he was a member of the Cadiz V.F.D. and then was an honorary member. He coached T-ball and softball while his daughters were growing up. He was a member of the Cadiz Eagles Aerie #2162 where he served as Treasurer, Sons of the Legion at Cadiz Legion Post #34 and the Cadiz High School Boosters and then Harrison Central High School Boosters.

Bruce enjoyed life. He enjoyed watching NASCAR, football and baseball. He was a Cleveland Browns, Cleveland Indians and Ohio State Buckeye fan for life. He would drop everything at a moment’s notice and help anyone that asked. Anywhere he went, he was sure to meet new people and make friends. His favorite pastime could range from Jamboree in the Hills to the Coal Festival in Cadiz. He leaves behind many memories for alot of people and will forever be known as the “Weenie Man” for golf outings and cooking in his bare feet.

Bruce is survived by his 2 daughters: Megan (Jim DiBenedetto) Davis and Andrea (Alyssa) Davis; his granddaughter, Harper DiBenedetto; 3 siblings: Paula (Gary) Savage, Wayne (Connie Kuhlwein) Davis and Dale (Nancy Ryan) Davis; and 2 nieces: Michele (Mike) Sliva and and Angie (Colby) Dearth.

Per his request, cremation has taken place. A private celebration of life will be held at a later date. The family is being assisted by Clark-Kirkland-Barr Funeral Home, Cadiz, Ohio.

Memorial contributions to the Cadiz V.F.D., P.O. Box 163, Cadiz, Ohio 43907 or Cadiz Eagles, #2162, c/o Ronnie Beaird, 149 East Market Street, Cadiz, Ohio 43907

The memorial guestbook may be signed at www.clark-kirkland-barr.com.