Gary Bifano

Funeral services celebrating the life of Gary J. Bifano, 72, of Davenport, will be 2pm Saturday, February 6, 2021 at the Halligan-McCabe-DeVries Funeral Home, Davenport.  Cremation will be accorded following services and inurnment will be in Davenport Memorial Park at a later date.  Visitation will be from 11am until time of service at the funeral home.  Memorials may be made to the Elks Club

Mr. Bifano passed away at his home on Tuesday, February 2, 2021.

Gary John Bifano was born December 24, 1948 in Davenport, the son of M. John and Elizabeth (Churilla) Bifano.

Gary was proud to have served our country and was a Vietnam Veteran serving in the Army from 1969-71.

Prior to his retirement, he worked as a draftsman for Cobham, Davenport for forty-two years.

He enjoyed playing golf and achieved several holes in one over the years. He also enjoyed playing baseball in his youth, watching the Hawkeyes, spending time with his friends and “little buddy” Hannah Hentges, and having a cold refreshment while watching the game or at the Elks.

Survivors include his sister Pat Heskett, Davenport; nephews Steve (Michele) Heskett, Davenport, Bob (Vicki) Heskett, Blue Grass; great nieces Maddy and Sydney Heskett; great nephew Caleb Heskett; his companion of almost forty years Debbie Hentges, Davenport; “daughter” Heather Hentges, Springdale, AR; granddaughters Hannah Hentges and Addyson Kimbro; and many close friends.

His parents, brother-in-law Tim Heskett, and best friend “Foggy” Mairet preceded him in death.