Capt. David Ryan Davis
January 08, 2022
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Capt. David Ryan Davis, formerly of Des Moines, IA passed away at his home in Havelock, NC on Jan. 8, 2022 at age 45.
After graduating from North High School in 1995, he attended Simpson College before joining the United States Marine Corps in 1997. He retired in 2019 after serving 22 years at MCAS Cherry Point, NC as an Avionics Officer specializing in Aircomm Navigation/Radar Systems.
Ryan participated in high school wrestling which lead him to Simpson College. He was a competitive roller skater on the Skate East Speed Team traveling to many regional and national events. Other interests of his included fishing, hunting, rock concerts, football and NASCAR.
Ryan is survived by his wife, Sarah Daniels Davis and daughters, Alayna and Hailey Davis; his father, Gerald “Gary” Davis; brother, Daren Davis; sister, Darci Utter (Evan); his grandmother, Jean Davis; as well as countless uncles, aunts, cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends.
He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Donald Davis; maternal grandparents, Roger and Artis Fenimore; mother, Karen Davis; and his nephew, Breyen Utter.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests all contributions be directed towards Disabled American Veterans @ www.dav.org.
Funeral services will be held at 12:00 p.m. Saturday, January 22, 2022, at Hamilton’s Altoona Funeral Home, 105 4th Street SW, Altoona, IA 50009 where the family will greet visitors beginning at 10:00 a.m.
Condolences may be expressed online at: www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Loretta Quinnett
01/27/2022
My son Matthew made me aware of Ryan's passing. My heart goes out to the whole family. He left this world way too young. I pray for peace and comfort for everyone. We lived catty corner from the Davis family for many years on East 8th Street by the Belle Turner Park. May you rest in peace and your wings fly you high.
Brad Hartschen
01/26/2022
I was on the Skate East Speed Team with Ryan.. So sad to hear this. God bless.
Cameron Hutson
01/23/2022
I served with Capt Davis at VMAQ-4. I have a lot of respect for this man and I am sad that he is gone. I want to offer my deepest condolences for his family on behalf the the Hutson family. Rest easy sir.
Gabriel Ruizquevedo
01/21/2022
This sir was a great leader i served with him and he looked out for me and stuck his neck out for me. I always had respect and will always cherish for helping me out. hope he rests and he doesnt get duty up in heavens gates. Thank you sir
Ron Rostek
01/21/2022
Davis family, I am deeply saddened to hear of Davids passing. I always liked Dave and saw the pride in his eyes when talking about his girls. He was a tough Marine but could be easily put at ease just by bringing his family up in a conversation. Please know that Dave is in a better place now, without pain. He is I am sure, surrounded by those family and friends, who have gone before him. I know he will remain in all our hearts until we all meet again. God bless you all.
April Swayne
01/19/2022
I first met Ryan when he was a fourth grade boy with a huge smile, bleach blonde hair and on roller skates as much as possible. He was a good friend. I was lucky to have been able to keep in touch with him from time to time throughout the years. Always funny and straight forward. He grew up to be a patriotic, tough marine, proud dad, and good man among many other things. His story and earthly adventures ended too soon. I pray that he's at peace and I pray for comfort to his family.
Jeremy Mitchell
01/19/2022
We were two young guys trying to figure out what to do with ourselves in 1996. He made the solid choice to get his priorities in check, enlist, and start a family with another outstanding person. That truly was the catalyst that led to my better choices in life as well. I never got to thank him directly for the positive influence he gave me. It encouraged me to grow up and make better choices for myself and see past the present day. Beside every good man is a good woman. He connected with Sarah not long before enlisting, and Im certain that Sarah had a big role in those choices, along with Gary and Karen of course. As a result he pursued such a successful and respectable life, made a lot of people proud and provided well for his family. I followed suit shortly after and got my life on track again. So, thank you all, and my deepest condolences for your loss. Ryan, you grew into an outstanding man, and Im so very glad I had the opportunity to get to know you back when we were young. You will be missed my friend.
Katie (Hutchinson) McCloud
01/19/2022
So very sorry for your loss. Prayers to all his family.
Regina Mealey
01/18/2022
Im so sorry to hear about your loss. My heart breaks for youhis family and friends are in my thoughts and prayers!
Eric Dickson
01/18/2022
Ive known Ryan since kindergarten at Madison. He was one of my oldest friends, I will miss him. Rest In Peace.
Nancy Harridge
01/18/2022
My heart aches for all of you. Too young and not enough adventures. Prayers, hugs and love.
Christina Parker
01/18/2022
Such a good guy in high school. Real nice dude and decent to all. He will be missed.
Barb & Keith Beach
01/18/2022
We were heartbroken to hear of his passing. Even though he was a formidable wrestler as a young man who grew to be one tough Marine, his heart was a tender one.
The devotion and love he had for his family and country ran deep into his very being and he made no secret of it.
He never got over the death of his beautiful mother. The only comfort one can gather is that he is with her and his Lord now. He will be sorely missed by all who knew him.
Sending love and prayers to you, his beloved family.