Willard Sawvell

Willard Sawvell, 84, of Davenport, passed away Wednesday, January 2, 2019, at Premier Estates of Muscatine.

Per Willard’s wishes, cremation will take place and there will be no services.  Esterdahl Mortuary & Crematory, Ltd., Moline, is assisting the family.

Willard was born on August 9, 1934, in Monona, Iowa, the son of Albert and Mary (Sherbonda) Sawvell.  He was a member of the Iowa National Guard and had worked at Ralston Purina, retiring after 40 years.  Willard was an avid hunter and fisherman and enjoyed cooking.

Survivors include sons, Tom (Cheryl) Sawvell, East Moline. Ronald (Julie) Sawvell, Welton, IA, and Rick Sawvell, Davenport; grandchildren, Sabrina, Cynthia, Corey, Shawn, and Jeremy.

He was preceded in death by his grandson, Jason, and 10 brothers and sisters.

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