Danny Wayne Cary Jr.

Bettendorf, IA Funeral services for Danny Wayne Cary Jr., "Danny Boy" 47, of Bettendorf, will be 10:00 am on Saturday at Cunnick-Collins Mortuary, Davenport. Burial will follow at Pleasant Valley Cemetery. Family will greet friends on Friday from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the mortuary.

Danny passed away on Saturday, November 3, 2018 at his home in Bettendorf.

Danny Wayne Cary was born on July 2, 1971 in Iowa City, the son of Danny and Rita (Ervin) Cary. He graduated from Pleasant Valley High School in 1990. He married Stacey Coverdill on December 30, 1997 in Davenport. He worked as a millwright for Local Union #2158. Danny was very proud of the fact that he was employed by LPW-I, Inc. for the last 25 years. It was a mark of success and a part of theirs. Danny was very proud of all the accomplishments his son Chance had made in every sport he played. Danny loved his wife and was very proud of Stacey's success and accomplishment in work and in life.

Danny was a master at the art of cooking There were many smiles at his table. He was passionate about his Bears. He loved his time on the water weather it be with a fishing pole in hand, or having a cocktail with friends.

Back in Danny's day he was most feared on the Demolition Derby Track, if you drew into his heat you know you were going to get it. Trophies and wins meant nothing, it was all about how hard he hit.

Danny boy had many tough layers and when you slowly peeled the layers back you would find a big soft generous heart and a great friend. He will always and forever be missed by his friends and family.

Survivors include his wife; Stacey of Bettendorf, son: Chance of Bettendorf, his mother; Rita and grandmother; Beverly Ervin both of Pleasant Valley.

He was preceded in death by his father, Danny Sr. and sister; Johannah Speer.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the Alzheimer's Association.

Remembrances and condolences may be made to the family at www.cunnick-collins.com.

"Danny Boy"