Charles Dwayne Davidson

Charles Dwayne Davidson, known to family and friends as Dwayne, age 75, of Gatesville, Texas, passed away on October 29, 2026.

Graveside services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, November 3, 2026, at Nichols Family Cemetery. Following the service, family and friends are invited to gather at Texas Station from noon until 3:00 p.m. for lunch, fellowship, and sharing memories of Dwayne.

Dwayne was born on May 27, 1951, at Coryell Memorial Hospital in Gatesville. He graduated from Gatesville High school in May 1969. In late 1971, he was drafted into the United States Army and served his country until 1973.

Dwayne was a hardworking man who took pride in a job well done. He had a love for ranching, the outdoors, and the land he called home. He was known for his kindness, sense of humor, and no-nonsense approach to life. He will be remembered for his strong work ethic, quick wit, and the many memories he leaves behind with family and friends.

Dwayne was preceded in death by his parents, Andy and Jo Katherine Davidson, and his wife, Anita Davidson.

He is survived by his loving companion, Tonya Oliver, her son, Decklyn Oliver and wife Hannah and their daughter, Livi Jean; his daughters, Traci and husband Than, Shalan and husband Ryan, and Lacy and husband Justin; his stepchildren, Trent Rueter and wife Alicia, and Morgan Keeton and husband Graig; his grandchildren, Elliott and wife Kennedie, Hallie, Hunter, Wade, Addie, Gehrig, Grady, Lane, and Mamie; and his great-grandchild, Carter. He is also survived by his siblings, Lou Ella Giddens, Alan Davidson and wife Gloria, Joe Wesley Davidson, and Joyce Hammock and husband Bruce; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. 

In lieu of flowers, the family ask that memorials be made to the Susan G. Komen Organization or to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.