Bruce Homer Davis

Bruce Homer Davis, 74, of Layton, Utah, passed away on April 25, 2026. Born on January 22, 1952, in Pocatello, Idaho, he was the son of Homer and Tenny Davis and lived a life marked by hard work, creativity, adventure, and deep devotion to his family.

Bruce moved from Pocatello to Riverdale, Utah, as a baby, and later to Layton. He attended Central Davis Junior High and graduated from Layton High School in 1970 as part of the school’s first graduating class. A natural leader, he played on the football team, but the sport he truly loved was skiing—a passion he carried throughout his life and passed on to each of his five children.

Bruce married Ellen Marie Barnes of Layton in 1971, and together they built a life rooted in family, hard work, and the outdoors. As newlyweds, they helped Bruce’s parents construct an A-frame cabin in the Uinta Mountains, which became a beloved gathering place for many years. In 1978, Bruce and Ellen built their first home in Park City by following a how-to book page by page. They went on to build three more homes there and raised their children in the mountains he loved so deeply.

An avid outdoorsman, Bruce found joy in every season and landscape. He loved skiing, boating with his family, running the St. George Marathon, and climbing the Tetons. He spent many memorable days on hiking and horse packing trips into the Wasatch and Wind River Mountains, and he enjoyed snowmobiling through Utah’s backcountry. Bruce was also an avid motorcyclist, and one of his most memorable adventures was traveling through Mexico on a scooter. He had a deep appreciation for the Southern Utah desert, where he often explored with his camera in hand. A skilled photographer and accomplished oil painter, he captured the beauty of the natural world in both images and brushstrokes.

Bruce was also known for his strong sense of preparedness. He believed in being ready for any circumstance and was deeply committed to the safety and security of his family.

Bruce was preceded in death by his parents, Homer and Tenny Davis; his grandfather, Walter Wickham, who was a profound influence in his life; and his cousin Craig Nelson, with whom he shared a brotherlike bond during their childhood. Bruce spent many weekends traveling from Layton to Franklin, Idaho, where he and his grandfather would disappear on adventures until Sunday afternoon, returning just in time for the family to head back home.

In his later years, Bruce faced the challenges of Lewy Body Dementia. During this time, he was lovingly cared for by his wife, Terri Davis, whose devotion, patience, and compassion brought him comfort and dignity throughout his final years.

Bruce is survived by his children: Darla Batty (Paul), MacArthur Davis (Ali), Cody Davis (Heather), Tenny Hansen (Michael), and Zebedee Davis (Lacy); 17 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren and his siblings in-law, who loved him dearly. He married Terri Davis in 2023

Bruce’s life will be remembered for his strength, creativity, adventurous spirit, and the love he

carried for his family.

Graveside services will be held Saturday May 2, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. at Lindquist’s Memorial Park at Layton, 1867 N. Fairfield Rd., Layton, Utah. Family and friends may visit Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. and Saturday from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at the mortuary.