MILL RIVER, Mass. — Mr. Harold O. Davis, "Hoot," 80, of Clayton Mill River Road died on Sunday, June 11, 2017, at Fairview Hospital.

A native and lifelong resident Harold was born in Mill River on May 30, 1937, one of 11 children of Harry Thomas Davis and Florence Ann Bownes Davis. He attended local schools in Mill River. A 35-year employee of Mineral Technology, formerly Pfizer, in Canaan, Conn., Mr. Davis retired in 1995.  

"Hoot" was proud of his country boy roots and loved his tractors. He liked to be known as "The Icon" of Mill River. He was a loyal Yankee fan.

Harold is survived by two daughters, Star Woodward and Tammy Lane and husband Mark; four grandchildren, Ashley Davis, Mark Davis and wife Kelly, Courtney Davis and wife Alicia, and Brittney Lane; seven great-grandchildren, Lily and Paul Davis, Joseph Moro, Matthew, Mackenzie, Jacob and Chelsea Davis; his brother Valentine Davis and Sue of Great Barrington; and his devoted dog Siren.

He was predeceased by his wife of 38 years, Sheela Fay Woodcock Davis on June 4, 2001.  The couple was married on November 10, 1962, at the former Mill River Congregational Church. He was also predeceased by nine brothers and sisters. 

Funeral notice: A memorial service celebrating the life of Harold will be held on Tuesday, June 20, 2017, at 3 p.m. at Finnerty & Stevens Funeral Home in Great Barrington, conducted by Rev. Rich Hayes. The family will receive friends prior to the memorial service from 1 to 2:30 p.m. at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Harold O. Davis Memorial Fund through Finnerty & Stevens Funeral Home, 426 Main St., Great Barrington, MA 01230.