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In Memory of Donn Davis

OJJDP staff members were saddened to learn of the death of their colleague, Donn Thomas Davis, on December 15, 2006.

Donn joined OJJDP in 1999. During his tenure, he served as a supervisor, providing direction and guidance to staff on grant programs. His leadership in the Drug-Free Communities Support Program helped communities build coalitions to address youth substance abuse. His management expertise supported OJJDP's congressional earmarks; for many of these grantees, he was the first person they met in their relationship with the Office.

Before coming to OJJDP, Donn Davis spent 31 years with the Maryland Department of Juvenile Services where he held various positions, including regional administrator for Prince George's County and parts of Southern Maryland. He worked with the Prince George's Board of Education to start a program to place probation officers in schools. He also volunteered as a mentor coach at the Silver Spring, MD, Boys and Girls Club.

Donn believed deeply in his life's work—the care and nurture of children. His passion for the welfare of our nation's children and his unwavering positive spirit will be Donn's enduring legacy. We at OJJDP will miss him as much for his spirit as for his contributions to the juvenile justice community.