DAVENPORT, Iowa
1938 - 2007
A Memorial Service to celebrate the life of Dr. Anthony A. Cacioppo, 69, a resident of Davenport, will be 9 a.m. on Friday, November 30, 2007, in Lyceum Hall located on the campus of Palmer College of Chiropractic, 115 W. 7th Street, Davenport. Halligan McCabe DeVries Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Dr. Cacioppo died Friday, November 9, 2007, at Genesis Medical Center, East Rusholme Street, Davenport.
Anthony Albert Cacioppo was born July 8, 1938, in Fort Dodge, Iowa, the son of Albert and Catherine (DiBella) Cacioppo. He served our country as a Captain in the Army during the Vietnam War. Tony was united in marriage to Eileen Allen on July 31, 1970, in Colorado Springs, Colo.
"Dr C" graduated from Palmer School of Chiropractic in 1960. He earned his Masters in Science in Health Services Administration from the University of St. Francis, Joliet, Ill. Dr. Cacioppo began teaching at Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1983. Although he was involved in private practice, he was dedicated to teaching, and his enthusiasm was contagious. This past year he was awarded a Fellow in the Palmer Academy of Chiropractic. Tony was a Diplomate of the American Board of Chiropractic Orthopedist, and a Diplomate of the International Board of Chiropractic Neurology. In his free time, Tony enjoyed fine dining, traveling and boating.
He is survived by his wife of 37 years, Eileen, Davenport; sisters, Marguerite Cacioppo, Fort Dodge, Phyllis (Mrs. William) Shannon, Fort Dodge and Virginia (Mrs. Michael) Cupp, Rockford, Ill.; sister-in-law, Eloise Kay (Mrs. Loren) Kober, West Branch, Iowa; numerous nieces and nephews; and his wide Palmer family.
He was preceded in death by his parents, and a sister, Florence (Mrs. Earl) Hiveley. Online remembrances and condolences may be expressed by visiting Dr. Cacioppo's obituary at www.hmdfuneralhome.com
This obituary was originally published in the Quad City Times.
Of all the young men in the family, Tony was the kindest individual I knew. His smile lit up a room. He was the most highly educated person in the family. He was always sincere and treated everyone with kindness and respect. I thoroughly enjoyed all the time I was able to spend with cousin Tony. He is loved and missed by his family.
Mike Peterson
April 23, 2024 | Phoenix, AZ | Family
My condolances to the Tony's family. He was indeed a very nice individual who was quiet and unassuming but had a keen impact on those who had the opportunity to meet him.
Lou Sportelli
November 23, 2007 | Palmerton, PA
Dr. Tony always seemed like a quiet, nice man. I attended the orthopedic classes in IA City, back in the early 90's with him. We became friends as our paths seemed to cross so many times over the past 15 years. We shared heartfelt conversations over subjects of health, family and of course, Chiropractic. His dedication and contributions to help others is greatly appreciated.
Lance Vanderloo
November 21, 2007 | Waterloo, IA
Deepest sympathy to you and your family. Dr Cacioppo was a precious gift to the chiropractic world and will be sorely missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Dr Mary Ann Chance
November 21, 2007 | Wagga Wagga, Australia
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Dr. C was a warm, generous and thoughtful person and will be missed by many.
Lois Kundel
November 21, 2007 | Davenport, IA
My deepest condolences to the family, my husband Mark and I often talked to Tony at the Dock. He was always smiling, he seemed so happy to be at his boat as did my late husband Mark Shay. God Bless them both and keep them safe. A 300 Dock friend
Lana Shay
November 21, 2007 | Rock Island
Dr. Cacioppo was dependable, friendly, professional and genuinely nice--every day. Working with him was a true pleasure. --
Norm Bower
November 19, 2007 | Davenport, IA
Thank you Dr.Cacioppo for your service to our country. From a fellow veteran.
Paul Fredenburg
November 19, 2007 | Davenport
Eileen,
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I will miss him dearly, he was a great friend and boss.
Bev Weirather
November 19, 2007 | Rock Island, IL
