William Flay Davidson
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William Flay Davidson, 96 of Raleigh, passed away on August 5, 2022 at his home.
Born on May 8, 1926 in Bessemer City, North Carolina to the late Esley and Tommie Davidson. Flay graduated from Milbrook High School in Raleigh. He and his wife, Doris, owned and operated Southeastern Machine and Tool Inc., Davidson Machine and Fabrication Inc., and Magnevolt, Inc. for over 50 years. Flay enjoyed spending time and taking part in activities at their lake home at Kerr Lake. He was a member of The Broken Anchor Boat Club from 1965. Flay proudly served in the US Army- 314th Infantry during WWII where he received the Bronze Star for Valor.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 64 years, Doris Helen Davidson in 2014 and one sister, Floye Allers.
He is survived by loving son, William Mark Davidson and his wife Theresa of Raleigh; and two grandchildren, Kathleen Megan Davidson and William Brian Davidson.
A visitation will be held on Tuesday, August 9, 2022 from 6:00-8:00PM at Boles Funeral Home in Southern Pines. A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, August 10, 2022 at 11:00AM at Bethesda Cemetery.
Memorial donations in Flay's name may be made to St. Mark's United Methodist Church 4801 Six Forks Road, Raleigh, NC 27609.
Online condolences may be left at: www.bolesfuneralhome.com
Services are entrusted to Boles Funeral Home of Southern Pines.