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Robert Danico
December 13, 1932-May 16, 2019
DAVENPORT-A memorial gathering to celebrate the life of Robert L. Danico will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 23, 2019 at the Davenport Knights of Columbus. A private family funeral service and burial will be held at a later date at the Rock Island Arsenal National Cemetery. Mr. Danico died on Thursday, May 16, 2019 at the Clarissa C. Cook Hospice House in Bettendorf.
Robert Lee Danico was born on December 13, 1932 in Davenport, IA. On May 31, 1974 he married Jane E. Dahlin here in Davenport. She preceded him in death in October of 2011. After studying at Iowa State University and always being interested in electronics and broadcasting, he began work at the former WOC TV station where he served for 34 years as the TV director, production operator, promotion manager, weather announcer and director for 34 years. He was a long time HAM radio operator, an avid boater and a member of the United States Coast Guard Auxilary. He was also a drummer in the CASI Band, a member of the Shrine and also a Mason. Bob served as an adjunct professor at the Former Marycrest College, was a longtime Bix Biderbeck festival volunteer, and was active in local theater for many years.
Surviving members of his family include - a Daughter: Andrea (Curt) Conner of Bettendorf; and a Son: Tim Wernentin of Rock Island; 7 Grandchildren and 2 Great-Granddaughters.
He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife Jane.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Shriners Hospital.
Online memories and condolences may be left to the family at Cunnick-Collins.com
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Jeff Bilyeu
May 20, 2019
Bob Danico, always a class act. Bob was fun, funny. A talented actor,TV Host, Director/Producer. A broadcaster that wore a lot of the hats and they all fit just fine. Bob was a great boss and became a great friend as well. Good life and good shows my friend. Get some rest...that's a wrap.
Allison Brown
May 20, 2019
Farewell, Danico Bob. We miss you.
Susan Brown_Davis
May 20, 2019
RIP Bob,
He was my dads best friend ( Robert F. Brown - WOC Meterologist) He went with my Dad and I to the Miss Iowa pageants, Press Clubs. A true gentleman who was one of only two to be able to call me Suzy my whole life.
Say hi to my dad will ya....
With all of my love and friendship,
Susan Brown-Davis (Suzy).
Richard (Skip) Jacobson
May 19, 2019
Bob was a first class gentleman, a wonderful guy and a credit to his profession. God bless him.
Kara Harris
May 19, 2019
I have many fond memories of Bob from WOC, The Miss Iowa Pageant and Press Club. He was great friend and will be missed. God comfort his family at this time.
Dave Burrows
May 19, 2019
Bob was very kind to me when I got in to the agency business. I enjoyed working with him and his great sense of humor.
Dave Burrows
May 18, 2019
Our heartfelt condolences to your family. May the love of family and friends bring comfort to your heart.
John 11:24, 25
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