James Holland Davis ’43

Jim died on Mar. 12, 1997, while vacationing in Boca Grande, Fla. He was 76.

A native of Brooklyn, N.Y., he was a graduate of Deerfield Academy before matriculating at Princeton.

After college, Jim worked as a navigator for Pan-Africa, Ltd., which established air routes through Africa. He also acted in the same capacity for the African Orient division of Pan-Am, flying equipment and personnel during WWII.

Jim retired as chairman of Porter Paint Co. in Louisville in 1988, following two stints totaling 20 years with the firm. From 1954-68, he served as v.p. and general manager of Devoe and Reynolds Co.

Away from the office, Jim was very active on many corporate and not-for-profit boards, trade associations, and the like.

In Jim's second home, Chatham, Mass., he was able to indulge his passion for bluewater sailing. Other interests included aviation and hot-air ballooning.

Jim is survived by his wife, the former Peggy Porter; a son, William H.; a daughter, Lisa Davis Macfarlane; six grandchildren; a niece and two nephews.

To the entire family, we offer our deepest sympathies.

The Class of 1943