It is with a heavy heart that we received the news from friends, Jimmy Ponder and Bob Kimber that William Donald "Don" Davidson passed away on Thanksgiving Day, 11/28/24 from Clarksville, TN. Our thoughts and prayers are with his sons John(Jessica) and Scott (Debbie) and their families and friends on their loss of Dad.
Their Mom, Grace Ransdell Davidson "Rande", passed away in February 2018 and now he is reunited with the love of his life and all smiles again.
Donald belonged to Middle Tennessee Beagle Club and ran his dogs under the kennel name Twin Oaks. Donald finished many Field Champions throughout his career and knew a good dog. A couple of his last ones were Twin Oaks Tommy John, Twin Oaks Tammie Mae and many others. There were many good times and stories sitting around the fireplace at Middle Tennessee Thanksgiving weekend and February. He judged many license trials all over the country, North, South, East and West, sanction trials and federations. You always had a lot of laughs and a good time when Donald was at a trial, as there was never a dull moment. There are countless times and memories at the Southern, Mid Dixie, Heartland at Honey Bee, Midwestern, Eastern, IBF and Northeastern through the years. He was a very dedicated, devoted and knowledgeable houndsman and many of us were fortunate enough to have him as a friend and he would help in any way he could. He did all he could to help Middle Tennessee when he was physically able. He supported beagling on all levels, was a past member of ABBA and an avid supporter of the federations. The Midwestern at Rolling Fork and Southern at Lookout were his favorites and he would come for as long as his health allowed. He always had a smile on his face and an experience/story to share. He supported the handlers when he wasn't able to get to a trial. I think his 2nd home was at Alabama with Jimmy Ponder. Donald proved he was definitely bitten by the "beagling bug" and did all he could to help the federations, clubs, his friends and field trials. There were moments when you may have gotten stubborn/cantankerous, but the true friends accepted that side and loved you anyway. You will always be in our hearts and live on through the many precious memories. It has been quite a journey, and we thank you for all you contributed. Rest in Peace our Dear Friend and know you're all a glow being with your precious Rande again. Donald had many memories and stories throughout the years, and we would like him to know we will always remember...
Your impact on other people is bigger than you think. Someone still giggles when they think of that funny thing you said.
Someone still smiles when they think of the compliment you gave them. Someone silently admires you. The advice you gave has made a difference for people. The support and love you've offered others has made someone's day. Your input and opinions have made someone think twice.
You're not insignificant or forgotten. Your existence made a positive difference many days whether you saw it or not.
Donald was a dedicated husband, father, grandfather, brother and uncle and our prayers are with all of you to be granted all you need to get through this difficult time. I think Donald would tell us all...
