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File #: 0179X-2010    Version: 1
Type: Resolution Status: Passed
File created: 12/9/2010 In control: Craig
On agenda: 12/13/2010 Final action: 12/16/2010
Title: To honor, recognize and celebrate the life of William C. "Pablo" Davis and extend our sincere condolences to his family and friends on the occasion of his passing, November 30, 2010.
Sponsors: Hearcel Craig, Andrew Ginther, A. Troy Miller, Eileen Paley, Charleta B. Tavares, Priscilla Tyson, Michael C. Mentel
 
 
 
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To honor, recognize and celebrate the life of William C. "Pablo" Davis and extend our sincere condolences to his family and friends on the occasion of his passing, November 30, 2010.
 
 
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WHEREAS, William C. "Pablo" Davis was born February 25, 1949 in Cleveland, Ohio.  He was a track star at Glenville High School in Cleveland and a proud graduate of Ohio University and member of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity; and
 
WHEREAS, Mr. Davis was a leader in the creation of the music of the 70's and 80's and was a successful music producer, director and promoter for 25 years; and  
 
WHEREAS, Mr. Davis was instrumental in the careers of many entertainers including Midnight Star, Baby Face, After 7, Cameo, The Deal and many others and his influence made an indelible mark in the music that is heard today; and
 
WHEREAS, after retiring from the music industry in the early 90's, Mr. Davis began a second career as an award winning business development specialist with the Small Business Administration and helped many entrepreneurs achieve their business goals.  He served as the leader of the Columbus Near East Area Commission during the Ameriflora years; and
 
WHEREAS, Mr. Davis will be remembered by his friends, family and people throughout the nation for his ability to make everyone happy, his love of water sports, good food, children, and his family in Cleveland and Columbus.  He will be sorely missed by all who knew and loved him; now, therefore
 
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBUS:
 
That this council does hereby honor, recognize and celebrate the long and fulfilling life of William C. "Pablo" Davis and extend our sincerest condolences to his family and friends on the occasion of his passing.