Ft. Lauderdale, FL, Florida - It is with profound sadness that the family of Philip E. Davis, of Ft Lauderdale, FL, announce his peaceful passing on April 1, 2025, at the age of 73.

Philip was predeceased by his mother, Elizabeth Van Dyk and father, Edward Davis; his uncle, Richard Davis; as well as his nephew, Brett Thibodeau. He is survived by his daughter, Brandy Davis Jadczak; his siblings, Brenda Thibodeau, Craig Davis, and Sterling Davis. Philip also leaves behind his grandchildren, Victoria Jadczak, Tristan Jadczak, and Reece Jadczak; as well as his three nieces and nephew and many beloved cousins.

Phil will be remembered for his love of the ocean, photography, all things cars, guitars and real estate. He was a consummate mechanical engineer with a diverse background allowing him to excel in designing products and devices that span many industries widely used around us every day. From pager covers to Kodak and USPS mail sorting machines in the '90s, to cell phones and security tags in the 2000s, and then lots of antennas and electronics of all kinds in his later years, as well as many different devices in between. He was world travelled in his career, yet always called Mount Desert Island and Acadia home. He was a committed and loving father, a lifelong learner, as well as a dreamer, an inventor, a tinkerer, and entrepreneur, who loved to share his vast knowledge and passions with others. A well-known prankster in his youth, the irony of Phil's passing on April Fool's Day was not lost on his family. He will be forever missed by family and friends near and far.

At Phil's request, no service is to be held, however it was his greatest wish that people celebrate him, each in their own way. He could often be heard saying that he did not want a funeral, he wanted a party. With all his family and friends spread so far apart, May 11 would be the perfect day to listen to some great music, have some great food and raise a glass to Phil. In lieu of flowers or other gestures, donations may be made to the Shalom Center homeless shelter in Kenosha, WI, to support those in need as they rebuild new lives.