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David Byron Danks

1953 - 2019

David Byron Danks obituary, 1953-2019, Slaton, TX

BORN

1953

DIED

2019

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Calvillo Funeral Home & Chapel

206 E. 19th Street

Lubbock, Texas

David Danks Obituary

Slaton- David Byron Danks, 66, died on Tuesday, September 10, 2019. He was born in San Angelo, Texas March 3, 1953 to Julia and Byron Danks. He graduated from Lubbock High School. He and Cindy Coe were married on September 17, 1973, beginning his career in plumbing and HVAC at AB Service Co. Of Lubbock that same year. He established Slaton Plumbing Service in 1985, providing reliable service for 34 years to customers in Slaton and surrounding areas.

He is survived by his wife, Cindy, of 46 years; daughter Emily Harper of San Antonio; son Wilson Danks of Lubbock; sister Jean McDowell; grandchildren: AJ(Alexander), Christopher, Isabella, and Ryker Danks, and numerous nieces and nephews.

David enjoyed fishing and spending time with the grandchildren and horses. He will be missed by his family, friends, and many clients and business contacts.

Cremation is arranged by Calvillo Funeral Home & Chapel. Due to the sudden nature of his passing, there is no service planned at this time.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Meals on Wheels or Slaton Senior Citizens. Online Condolences: calvillofuneralhome.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Lubbock Avalanche-Journal from Sep. 18 to Sep. 19, 2019.

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Steve McDowell

September 20, 2019

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always... So much fun.

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September 14, 2019

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief, and find comfort from knowing that God draws close to the broken-hearted.

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