Molly Evoy Davidson

Molly Evoy Davidson brought her endless joy, eternal optimism, timeless elegance, and gorgeous voice through the gates of Heaven when she passed peacefully in her sleep on May 12, 2026, following a courageous battle with Alzheimer’s.

Molly’s life was filled with her Catholic faith, family, friends, musical theatre and horses! She was immensely creative, a gracious hostess, and always had an extra plate or two for drop-ins at dinner.

Molly was born at Providence Hospital, Seattle, to Dr. Matthew Harpur Evoy and Elizabeth Peabody Evoy, coming home to a busy early life on Capitol Hill. She graduated from Forest Ridge Convent of the Sacred Heart, as did her mother, grandmother, aunts and sister, Sheelagh. Her Catholic faith, lived and taught by the nuns, had an indelible impact for her and the students who remained her core friends all her life. Her love of music emerged early, and her role as Maria in the school production of The Sound of Music, laid important groundwork for her future. Molly’s family were early pioneers in Washington, founding the Black Ball Ferry Line (now Washington State Ferries), the Alaska Steamship Company and helping bring the Great Northern Railroad to the West. Her father’s family emigrated from Waterford/Wexford and settled in Seattle, raising five sons (two doctors, two Jesuit Priests and a business leader).

Molly’s love of horses emerged early, leading to a move across Lake Washington near Bridle Trails State Park, where a pony she named Lemon Drop soon joined the family. Horses, horse shows (State equestrian champion), and, later, her thoroughbred, TrueBeau, became Molly’s partners in the Hunter/Jumper competitions through high school and college.

Molly graduated from the University of Washington with a degree in Speech-Communications. After college, she worked in retail for several women’s boutiques in Madison Park and Bellevue. Close friends arranged a “blind date” with Bob Davidson, a Harvard graduate and Chief of Staff for U.S. Congressman Joel Pritchard in Washington, D.C. Molly flew to Washington for Jimmy Carter’s Inauguration in January, 1977, and the two were engaged in New York that night, after dinner at Sardi’s and attending the revival of My Fair Lady on Broadway. This was just the beginning of their beautiful storybook romance that would span the next five decades. In Bob, Molly found her soulmate and life partner.

Molly and Bob created a home brimming with love, laughter, happiness, and Broadway music. Their three sons, Ford Patrick, Matthew Harpur, and Marshall Andrew arrived in quick succession, with Molly a full-time devoted mother and active in all the school activities, chairing auctions, and support. When Marshall enrolled in first grade, Molly auditioned for Hello Dolly at Civic Light Opera and was cast in several shows. Thus began her theatre career, which progressed through Village Theatre and then to The 5th Avenue Theatre, where she won the role of Sister Berthe in The Sound of Music, her Actors’ Equity Card and roles in over a dozen shows over the years including My Fair Lady, South Pacific and Brigadoon. She later became the Director of Community Programs, Education Outreach, Event and Donor Support. She was especially proud to help bring “Sing-Along Sound of Music” to The 5th Avenue Theatre, create the state-wide High School Musical annual competition, and bring live theatre directly to elementary schools.

Molly was widely recognized for her volunteer work, including the Alumna Board at Forest Ridge School and as the first recipient of its “Sacred Heart Award.” At Seattle Prep, which all three boys attended, Molly received the “Magis Award” for her service in many capacities, including as a Trustee, Parents’ Club Chair and “Volunteer Extraordinaire.” She also served as Co-President of the Peronteau Club, providing support for retired Jesuits in the Oregon Province. Molly applied her amazing creative flair and incredible attention to detail with her friend Jan Dwyer, producing spectacular floral arrangements and planning assistance for a wide range of events from horse shows to weddings. Her extraordinary talents were shared freely with so many and will live on through the beautiful memories she created for others.

Molly is predeceased by her parents, sister Sheelagh, and brother Gerry. She is survived by her beloved husband of 49 years, Bob, sons Ford (Becky), Harpur and Marshall (Hannah Hunthausen), grandchildren Fallon, Tatum, and Owen, brother Harpur Evoy, brother-in-law Steve Odsather, and many cherished members of the Evoy, O’Neil, Davidson, Sorensen, Wetzel, and Wilson families. The family is deeply grateful to caregivers Shirley Lampkin and Adina Puravet/Bellevue Senior Care.

A funeral Mass will be held at St. Joseph Church on Capitol Hill on June 12 at 11am. Memorials may be made to Forest Ridge School, The 5th Avenue Theatre, or charities of your choice.