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Dan Davis Obituary
Grimes - Dan Lee Davis, 73, passed away Wednesday, November 6, 2019, at Iowa Lutheran Hospital in Des Moines. Services will be held 11 am Thursday, November 14, 2019, at Westover Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Iowa Veterans Cemetery in Adel, Iowa.
Dan was born January 24, 1946, in Osceola, IA, to Robert and Roberta (Husted) Wilkinson. He married Carol (Wilson) Davis on June 22nd and together they enjoyed 53 years of marriage.
Dan retired as a Master Sergeant in the Iowa Army National Guard after over thirty years of service. During his early years in the military, he served in the Vietnam War, after which he was awarded the Bronze Star for his service. He was an avid golfer and played any and every course that he could. Up until about 5 years ago, he umpired baseball and softball around the Des Moines metro area. This was a great joy for him. Dan spent time traveling with Carol and his family, as well as spending time with his grandchildren, whom he loved with all his heart.
Dan is survived by his wife, Carol Davis; daughter, Steph (Greg) Spooner of Altoona, IA; son, Scott (Hannah) Davis of Prole, IA; grandchildren, Rachel (Matt Heater) Spooner of Omaha, NE, Hunter Davis of Clive, IA, Garrett Davis of West Des Moines, IA, Porter Davis of Prole, IA; 3 brothers and 2 sisters; sister in law, Tricia (Mark) Reha of Adair, IA. He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Bridget Davis.
The family will receive friends from 10 - 11 am Thursday, November 14, 2019, at Westover Funeral Home in Des Moines. Contributions may be made to the Parkinson's Association. Online condolences will be welcomed at IlesCares.com.
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Penny Stoker, CW4 Ret
November 3, 2022
Remembering Dan and this sad anniversary. Such a nice man and friend. Lots of good memories from Camp Dodge.
David Brommel
November 13, 2019
I had the pleasure of knowing Dan while working at Camp Dodge. He always had a smile on his face. RIP Dan.
Penny Stoker
November 10, 2019
I'm so sorry to hear about Dan, he was a sweet person and a good friend to those who knew and worked with him.
I worked with Dan at Camp Dodge years ago. We both worked in the USPFO before he moved on to other positions. When ever we ran in to each other at Camp Dodge he always asked how things were going, always interested in the people he knew.
I'm sending prayers to Dan's family that when times are hard that the memories you have of him will provide the comfort you need.
Dan you will be missed. God Bless You and Keep You
Chris Conner
November 10, 2019
I was so sorry to hear of your loss Carol. I always liked Dan and can remember the many fond memories and fun times we had while working together at Hy-Vee when we were in high school.
With sympathy and healing wishes.
Chris Conner
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Ronnie Vitiritto
November 8, 2019
Dan was a wonderful kind person.. So glad he was part of a group of St Pius X classmates that got together a few years ago. I had the privilege of enjoying lunches at the Tavern with Dan. He will be greatly missed.. RIP
Kelly and Mary Cochran
November 8, 2019
Carol, we are so sorry for your loss of Dan. We were looking in the newspaper since your txt for the date of Dan's service and just noticed this today. Very sorry we missed paying our respect.
I totally enjoyed our years of work friendship at Camp Dodge. Dan will be missed. Also, times we enjoyed getting together years ago.
Sincerely sorry.
Mary Rittgers
November 8, 2019
Dan and I worked together during our high school years. Hey-Vee was on Douglas Ave, across from St. Pius Church. Those were good years. Dan will be missed by all those who knew him. Peace be with your family.Mary Thomas Rittgers
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