Ralph William "Buck" Davis, age 86, of Stotts City, MO, passed away on Sunday, December 16, 2012 at his home following a short illness. Buck was born on October 17, 1926 in Salt Lake City, UT, son of the late Jackson and Ethel (Wilkins) Davis. At the age of 18, Buck was enlisted in the United States Army. He served his country faithfully and was honorably discharged on April 10, 1945. Buck had spent most of his adult life in Arizona, residing in Camp Verde for more than 20 years. He retired from the Ameron Pipe Company in 1981. Following his retirement, he was very active in the Cave Creek area. Buck was a founder of the Cave Creek Rodeo Arena. He also assisted with the Celebrity Rodeo for handicapped children. During his time, Buck was able to work with many celebrities. He was also a Grand Marshall of the Cave Creek Parade. His memberships included the Teamsters Union, the Screen Actor's Guild and the Cave Creek Rodeo Committee. He enjoyed his last years on his ranch with his family. On May 31, 1952, in Phoenix, AZ, Buck and Glenna Lindsey were united in marriage. To this union four children were born. Buck and Glenna celebrated 60 years together this past summer. Survivors include his wife, Glenna Davis, of the home; two sons, Ralph E. Davis, and wife Tina, of Camp Verde, AZ and William E. Davis, and wife Ann, of Penbine, WI; two daughters, Charlotte E. Komenda, and husband Rick, of Marion, MT and Sharon Rose Davis, of Camp Verde; seven grandchildren, Jason Davis, Stacy Seidel, Cody Davis, Roman Koziol, Jennifer Mier, Erick Koziol and Billy Davis; and six great-grandchildren, Molly Wild, Colby Davis, Tyler Davis, Devin Mier, Mariah Matchopatow and Gavin Davis Koziol. He was preceded in death by one granddaughter, Shannon Davis. Graveside services and military honors for Mr. Davis will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, December 21, 2012 at the Cave Springs Cemetery north of Sarcoxie. Pastor Sherman Burruss will officiate. Arrangements are under the personal care and direction of Housh-Goodwin Funeral Home, Sarcoxie, MO.