Prayers needed in Columbia

[mac77]

Sad news today. My friend and colleague, Coach Mike Davis, died tragically in a boating accident. Typical of Mike, he died trying to save a child and ended up giving his life in the effort. Coach Davis coached at West Brazos Jr. High and taught Texas history. Coach Davis was a stand-up guy who was loved by all the children at school. There is a huge hole in my heart.

Mike and his wife,Tien, have two small children.

[SHSBulldog00]

Prayers to the Davis family and everyone whom he affected during his life.

[mac77]

From thefacts.com website.

Posted: Saturday, April 9, 2011 8:12 pm | Updated: 8:24 pm, Sat Apr 9, 2011.
By ALAN NIESCHWIETZ | 0 comments
LAKE JACKSON — Michael Anthony Davis’ final act was jumping into the water to try and save a child who had fallen overboard.
Davis, 33 of Lake Jackson, his wife, Tien, their two children and two of their children’s friends had been out boating near the Brazos River bridge on FM 2004 at about 1:45 p.m. Saturday, said Lake Jackson Police Lt. Rick Park.

When their 14-foot Carolina Skiff had mechanical problems, they started heading back to the ramp, said Lake Jackson Police Sgt. Ron Rodriguez. One of his children’s friends, a 3-year-old boy, fell in the water.
The children, ages 5, 4, 3 and 2, all were wearing life vests, Rodriguez said, but the adults were not.
Davis jumped into the water to pull him out, but he had drifted too far away from him, Rodriguez said, leaving the two both struggling in the water.
Two Houston fishermen standing on the shore saw what was going on, police said.
“One jumps in the water, gets hold of the little boy and pulls him to the bank,” Rodriguez said. “The other fisherman jumps into the boat to try to take it to save (Davis), but the boat has mechanical problems. They can’t reach him, and the last time they see him, he’s drifting under the water.”
Michael Davis coached football, basketball and track at West Brazos Junior High for eight years and taught 7th grade Texas history.
He leaves behind his wife, Tien, and two children, Ashlinh, 2, and Anthony, 4.
Michael and Tien Davis were high school sweethearts at Angleton High School who married in 2004.
“He was just a wonderful person,” Tien Davis said. “I want people to remember that.”
Tien Davis said her husband could swim and she does not know what happened.
“We have no idea,” Tien Davis said. “I don’t understand how he couldn’t swim to the side.”
His body will go to the Galveston County Medical Examiners Office for an autopsy.
There was no alcohol in the boat and Davis had not been drinking.
Police received the 911 call at 1:43 p.m. Saturday, and “we were there within three or four minutes,” Park said.
Davis was found at 2:26 p.m., when he was pulled from the water, said Police Officer Olivia Franklin.
Rodriguez said he and another officer found the boat could only go in reverse, but they still used the boat to go back and forth along the river in the attempt to rescue Davis.
Brazoria County Dive Team, a unit of the Brazoria County Sheriff’s Office, assisted in the search, but strong currents prevented them from scuba diving, police said.
Also assisting were the Coast Guard and Gulf Coast Rescue Squad, Rodriguez said, who used boats to ultimately find Davis’ body under the water about 75 feet from the bank.
Alan Nieschwietz is a reporter for The Facts. Contact him at 979-237-0151.
Facts Managing Editor Yvonne Mintz contributed to this story.

[Dub-C]

My son has been deavasted and heart-broken over this. My thoughts and prayers go out to the Davis family. RIP Coach Davis. Thanks for how you impacted my son's life, you will not be forgotten.

[trojandad]

God bless all involved, especially those two young children left behind and their mother........if anyone hears of a fund being set up, i'd appreciate knowing.......:(

[Yoe_09]

Prayers go out to the family and friends.

[sinton66]

Tragic, prayers said and sent.

[bobcat1]

Prayers said and condolences offered to his family and friends. Sad.

[zebrablue2]

Prayers said and sent for all in need!!!

[K-MAC Chuck]

As with everyone else here, prayers said and condolences offered for the family.

Such a selfless act - dying while trying to save another life. A true hero.

[scrub c]

:(

we will all miss Mike

[pancho villa]

Mike was a great person, friend, and family man. We will all miss him.

[pirate4state]

How awful. To all his family, friends & community I pray for faith & strength to get through this terrible loss. May he RIP.

[44INAROW]

That is terrible :( prayers to the family and friends :(

[lulu]

My prayers for his family and community.

[Saggy Aggie]

I heard about this yesterday. :(

Coach Davis is a hero. My prayers and condolences are with his family and friends.

[Ernest T Bass]

Prayers from Dallas.

[carter08]

I didn't know Coach Davis personally, but hearing this still made me feel so sad. Thoughts and prayers to his family. <3

[mac77]

Originally posted by trojandad
God bless all involved, especially those two young children left behind and their mother........if anyone hears of a fund being set up, i'd appreciate knowing.......:(


Mike Davis Memorial Fund
203 Majestic Oaks Circle
Lake Jackson, TX 77566

There may be a bank account set up in the future but this is where donations are being accepted at present.

[Johnnypaycheck]

Prayers for the entire CB-ISD family. May God wrap His loving arms around you all and you feel comfort from Him!

[Saggy Aggie]

Just saw that Coach Davis died the day after his youngest child turned 2. :(

Man... this breaks my heart.

[mac77]

Can we get a sticky for this?

[garciap77]

Prayers sent.

[trojandad]

Originally posted by mac77
Mike Davis Memorial Fund
203 Majestic Oaks Circle
Lake Jackson, TX 77566

There may be a bank account set up in the future but this is where donations are being accepted at present.

thanks much.....

[NECKS_17]

Originally posted by mac77
Can we get a sticky for this?
I Agree. Coach Davis was honestly the nicest teacher/coach I ever met in all my years in school. He was a great man to look up to and its a shame he was taken from his family in such a tragic way:(

[themsu97]

I had a few opportunities to meet with, coach against, and just talk to this young man. He was truly a great man. I admired him and learned much from him in our few dealings. His wife and children will miss a great man as will the students of Columbia. He was indeed a hero. My prayers are with them as well as the people of Columbia

[mac77]

Thanks for the sticky. We have had a very trying two days at school and it is great to see the Downlowers living up to their reputation with the posts. Coach Davis was an A&M grad and we had a maroon out on Monday. It seems some of the area schools and Brazosport College joined in. Even a school in Tennessee where a friend of a friend works joined in. The response by everyone has been great. The staff here at West Brazos Jr. High have really come to appreciate the depth of loss that we have suffered. Mike Davis has touched lives far and wide.

Some info on the services:

Viewing Wed. 4/13 1:00-9:00 PM
Rosary Wed. 4/13 5:00 PM
Lakewood Funeral Home
Lake Jackson, TX

Thursday, April 14th 5 p.m. ~ Holy Trinity Catholic Church
1713 N. Tinsley, Angleton, TX

[LH Panther Mom]

My prayers go out to Coach Davis' family, friends and the community. :(

[Ranger Mom]

I just saw this....how tragic!!!!:(

[SintonFan]

Prayers sent.

[trojandad]

no greater love has a man than this, he gives his life for a friend...

or a stranger.....

or a child.....



what an example.....makes me think of le dad, and the wonderful example left to HIS son.....has anyone heard from him as of late?