Allen E. Davidson, 65-Retired Lt. Col. US Army- and decorated Vietnam War Veteran passed away January 31, 2012 at the Suncoast Hospice-Bayfront in St Petersburg, FL. After a long and heroic battle from service related issues.
A native of Indianapolis, IN , Allen resided in St Petersburg, FL after retiring from the US Army, Central Command at Mac Dill AFB, Tampa, FL. Allen had a Bachelors Degree from the University of Nebraska at Omaha and a MBA. As a young boy, he was a member of the Boy Scouts of America. He was a Master Councillor of the DeMolay, Masonic Order 669; Master Mason, a member of the Indianapolis Valley of the Scottish Rite, a member of the Egypt Shrine Temple, the Shrine association and Egypt Shrine Motor Corp, Commodore of the St Pete Sailing Association and Commander of AmVets Post 1. He was a Baptist and after his retirement from the US Army, he formed his own company, AED Woodcraft. He was an avid sailor, an accomplished musician, a wonderful dance partner and loved riding his motorcycle, “Davidson Harley” on cross country trips with his friends.
During Lt. Colonel Davidson military career, he was awarded the Legion of Merit; Bronze Star Medal; Defense Meritorious Medal; Meritorious Service Medal; Air Medal with 10 devices; US Army Commendation Medal with 1 Oak Leaf Cluster; US Army Achievement Medal; National Defense Service Medal; Vietnam Service Medal with 3 Bronze Service Stars; US Army Service Ribbon; Overseas Service Ribbon; Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal with 60 devices; Senior Army Aviation Badge; Master Army AviationBadge; Overseas Bar with 2 devices; Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm and the Army Aviation Badge. His campaigns were the Vietnam Counteroffensive Phase IV; Vietnam Counteroffensive Phase V and the Vietnam Counteroffensive Phase VI with tours in Vietnam from 1967 thru 1968 and Korea from 1979 thru 1981. Lt. Colonel Davidson attended the Armor Officer Candidate School; Rotary Wing Aviator Course; Armor Officer Advanced Course; Armor Officer Career Course; Command and General Staff College.
He was a friend to all people from all walks of life and never turned anyone away in need of help. Allen was especially proud of his two daughters and grandchildren as he felt their accomplishments were the best reflection on him as a father and grandfather.
Allen is survived by his wife, Elizabeth of St Petersburg, FL; daughter Wendy and son-in-law, Bill; daughter, Toni and four grandchildren. He is also survived by his mother and friend, Novice Davidson and siblings, Ron, Becky and Tom.
In Lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the VA or the Suncoast Hospice.
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Although we only spent limited time together you were a welcome member of our family for that time.
Allen made us welcome in his home and generously shared time on his boat with us and other family members of our family who visited Florida from England.
Allen was very proud of his daughters and their families and their achievments which he shared with us whenever we met. He was also very proud of his country for which he served when so many of our generation were just having fun.
We were grateful that you came into our lives and sad to hear that you have left this world too young. No more pain.
You are remembered with affection.
Love you baby……always
Al was a great friend and a party companion to both Debbie and myself for many years. You will be missed both personally and as a great ally at the AmVets Club. Our condolences to Liz and the family.
Respectfully,
Mark and Deb
Our thougths and prayers are with u Liz and the Davidson family, We will all miss Col Al we all loved him.
To Elizabeth and the family,
Our sincere condolences.
Al willingly offered his friendship.
He will be missed.
May you be comforted by Gods grace.
Gilbert Davis
First Commander
AmVets Post 1
Mrs. Verna Davis
You were part of my life for many years, and I will always treasure the good times we shared. Be at peace Allen. God Bless, Jacqueline.
COL AL WAS A GOOD FRIEND WE WILL MISS HIM.
we love you al. we had some very fun, wild and crazy times. we respect you as a veteran, father and good friend to all. we will never forget you.
Al was a good friend to many. He will be missed dearly. Our condolences to his wife and family. My God be with you all through this tough time. Fran and Donnie Tiesler
I worked for Al when he worked for J5 USSCOM. He was a joy to be around, a thru gentle. My heart goes out to his family. God bless you in your time of sorrow.
Linda
Sincere condolences to Col. Al’s family and friends. What a wonderful commander at Amvets Post #1. Your dedication and senserity will be sorely missed. Thank-You for beautiful smile, and your continous effort to protect and represent our Veterans and our Freedom. Sinerely, Charlie & Sherry Rollins
Dear Liz and Family: I wanted to let you know that you are all in my prayers. I will miss Al’s smile and flamboyant personality. He had such a wonderful love for life.If there is anything I can do Liz please let me know. Now Tom and Al are starting their own vet unit in heaven.
MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO COLONEL AL’S FAMILY AND FRIENDS. COLONEL AL MADE AN IMPACT ON MY LIFE, FROM THE FIRST TIME WE MET. HE WAS AN EXTRAORDINARY MAN AND WILL BE MISSED, BY MANY. REST IN PEACE, COLONEL AL. YOU PUT UP THE GOOD FIGHT AND NOW YOU ARE NO LONGER SUFFERING. MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND KEEP YOU NEAR. SEE YOU NEXT TIME AROUND, AL. THIS ONE’S FOR YOU.
We enjoyed knowing you and your sweet wife, you as
commander of Post One and Liz as a Ladies auxiliary member. Most of all we enjoyed your ever present smile and good humor. We will miss you very much.
My thoughts and prayers are with Allens family in this time of sorrrow. Although I never got to know my cousin well, I will always cherish the times we spent together.
What a gentleman, fine friend, loving, affectionate with a hugh heart!!! That is how I shall remember you always and forever. You will remain close to my heart and I shall cherish the laughs, our outings and times at your home. Love you and Liz!!!
Watch over us Al and keep us safe.
Col Al and I met at Gasperilla 2006 and became instant friends. We crammed a hole lot of fun into those years. Motorcycle rides to Daytona and Sturgis,Fouth of July’s at the beach, camping trips to Spooks and Scoots and Bluegrass festivals, fixing a window in the Scotty…didn’t matter if play or work, he always made it fun. And he was always there in your time of need. 1-800-CALL AL had been permantly disconnected! Your memory and love will live on forever in my heart. RIP.