Lt Col (Ret) John Millard Davis Jr.

John was born in Houston, Texas, on March 2, 1955, to John M. Davis Sr. and Margaret Phillips Davis.

John earned a Master’s degree in Systems Management from the Air Force Institute of Technology and a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Arkansas.

John proudly served his country in the United States Air Force for 18 years. Flying was his lifelong dream, and in pursuit of that passion he earned his private pilot’s license while completing his engineering degree. Although being medically grounded was one of his greatest disappointments, he chose to continue serving in every capacity possible. During his military career, he worked as an engineer on various jet engines, served as an avionics test manager for the F-16 fighter program, and considered his favorite assignment to be managing life support system programs. His final assignment was with the Inspector General’s Office, from which he retired with the rank of Lieutenant Colonel.

Following his military retirement, John continued his career as a project and systems manager for various companies until retiring in 2025. He was also a proud member of the Texas Society of Professional Engineers and the Project Management Institute.

John loved his family deeply and was happiest building, creating, and understanding how things worked. A talented musician, he sang and played guitar, trumpet, and harmonica with the Western Stars, performing for residents of retirement and nursing homes. He loved grilling for family and friends, riding his motorcycle through the Texas Hill Country, and working with his hands. From furniture and guitars to entire homes, his woodworking and carpentry skills reflected both his creativity and determination. His latest project was renovating a home in the Hill Country, complete with a large workshop where he hoped to spend his retirement building, creating, and hunting.

An avid athlete throughout his life, John participated in football and track during high school and later played recreational softball and soccer. He even learned the game of soccer so he could coach his daughter’s team. He enjoyed running, swimming, bicycling, water skiing, and snow skiing, and competed in numerous races, including marathons, triathlons, and even a quadrathlon.

John will be remembered for his service, intelligence, generosity, humor, creativity, and unwavering love for his family and friends. His legacy lives on in the many lives he touched.

He was preceded in death by his father, John M. Davis Sr.; his mother, Margaret Elizabeth Davis Proctor; his brother, James Michael Henley; and his nephew, Scott E. Davis.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 43 years, Virginia A. Davis; daughters, Kristin M. Davis (Waytao Shing) and Alicia N. Davis; and his siblings, Gwendolyn Revino (Robert Boston), Kathryn Schroeder (James W.), Charles N. Davis (Lynne), Linda Sigman (Ike), Hazel Bailey (Ricky), Robert E. Davis (Francisca), and Nancy Melendez (Johnny), along with numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family members.

A visitation will be held on June 1, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Sunset North Funeral Home, followed by a Celebration of Life from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the same location.

A procession to Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery will depart from Sunset North Funeral Home on June 1, 2026, from 1:00 p.m. to 1:45 p.m. A committal service will follow at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery from 1:45 p.m. to 2:15 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions be made to the ALS Association.