Jewel 'Jill' Alexander Davidson

Jill Davidson, 100, of Denver passed away peacefully on July 18 after a brief illness. Born in Texas in 1909, she grew up on a farm with her 7 siblings and taught in a one-room schoolhouse in Guymon, OK during the Dust Bowl. She married AJ (Jack) Davidson in 1937 and settled in Denver in 1955. Jill always saw the best in every situation and in every person; she was a wonderful storyteller, a loyal friend, and an inspiration to all who knew her. She will be deeply missed by her many friends and family and the entire staff of the Heritage Club Mountain View. Jill is survived by 2 daughters, 3 grandchildren, and 4 great-grandchildren. Contributions can be made to: Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver, 2017 W. 9th Avenue, Denver, CO 80204; or The Gathering Place of Denver, 1535 High Street Denver, CO 80218-1704; or The Denver Art Musuem, 100 West 14th Avenue Parkway, Denver, CO 80204-2788