Robert E. "Bob" Davis

Robert “Bob” Davis, 85, passed away at his home in Berwick on October 31, 2019. He was born in Des Moines on July 20, 1934, the son of Russell and Martha Davis.

Bob was a proud veteran of the United States Navy. He owned and operated Bob’s Septic and Mobile Toilet Service until his retirement.

Bob was the self-proclaimed Mayor of Berwick. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge, the Ambassador Unit with the Za-Ga-Zig Shrine in Altoona, and the Gig group.

Some of Bob’s favorite pastimes were listening to live music, attending social events held by the Filipino-American Association, meals at Prairie Meadows, breakfast with friends at HyVee, and watching the Ellen show. Bob also enjoyed spending time with his family, which included his dog Sammy and cat MieMie.

Bob is survived by his girlfriend, Carmen Pryor; daughter, Brenda (Mark) Safranski; sons, Ron (Tara) Davis and Randy Davis; several nieces and nephews, and a host of grandchildren, other loving family and many friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Russ and Martha; son, Ronnie E. Davis; and his brother, Russell Decker Davis.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, November 5, 2019, at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Avenue in Des Moines with burial to follow at Berwick Cemetery. Visitation will be held Monday evening from 5-7 p.m., also at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be directed to St. Croix Hospice in loving memory of Bob.

Online condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com

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