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Darrell Glen Davis, lovingly known as “Coach D” entered his eternal resting place on Friday, April 24, 2026, surrounded by his family. He was a devoted husband, father, brother, uncle, and friend. His life was a testament to strength, resilience, and unwavering love for his family. Darrell was born May 3, 1959, in Mobile, Alabama. He was the youngest son to Alonzo and Lillie Belle Davis. After graduating from Murphy high school, Darrell enlisted in the Army in August, 1977. He did tours in Germany and Panama before returning to the United States in November, 1983. Upon his return, he was stationed at Fort Hood in Killeen, Texas, where he advanced through the ranks as a non-commissioned officer. During this time, he often traveled to Houston to visit his childhood best friend. On one of those visits, he was introduced to the love of his life, who became his wife of 41 years. After completing his service in the Army, in February 1986, Darrell and his wife moved to Austin, Texas. He started working for Conquest Airlines as a Flight Operations Manager. After 10 years in this role, he began to charter and dispatch flights for American Express and Berry Aviation. Darrell worked in the airline industry for almost twenty years. In the last 8 years of his career Darrell worked at Dick’s Sporting Goods. He met no strangers and was willing to help and talk with anyone. Darrell’s love for sports led him to coach youth football and basketball for many years. He coached for Round Rock Youth Football Association, Unity, and Texas Outlaws. He took great pride in teaching and shaping the lives of the young people he coached. His influence extended far beyond the field, leaving a lasting impression on all who had the privilege of learning from him. His memory will live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved him. He was preceded in death by his parents Alonzo and Lillie Belle Davis, his seven brothers, and his two sisters. He is survived by his loving wife Vanessa Davis; his children Amy Davis and Trenton Davis; his brother Kenneth Davis (Cynthia), his sister Cheryl Hawthorne-Davis (Larry), his sister Catherine Brown (Darrell), his sister Meshia Redd (Kenneth), and his brother Leslie Davis; his uncle Lewis C. Malone and his aunt Fannie P. Malone; along with many beloved nieces, nephews, cousins, and extended family members.

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Darrell Glen "Coach D" Davis

May 3, 1959 - April 24, 2026