Obituary - Donald Wayne Daggett, Sr.

Donald Wayne Daggett, Sr.

Donald Wayne Daggett, Sr., age 52, of Nevada, MO, passed from this life on January 14, 2016 at his home. He was born September 8, 1963 in Nevada, the son of Floyd and Mildred Daggett, both of whom have preceded him in death.

“Donnie” as he was known attended school in Nevada graduating with the Class of 1981 where he served as manager of the Nevada Tiger football team. For greater than fifteen years he was Owner/Operator of D & L Taxi in Nevada. He was well known for his caring personality and sense of humor - - - he was quite a comedian. When the weather was bad or people were down on their luck he would provide a cab ride free of charge for those in need. He enjoyed model trains in his spare time.

Survivors include his children, Kimberly Daggett of Fayetteville, AR; Pearl Daggett and Donald Daggett, Jr. both of Nevada; twin brother, Ron Daggett and brother, Floyd Daggett; nephews, David and “Dozer”; along with other extended family members and friends.

A Memorial Service for Donald Wayne Daggett, Sr. will be held at 3:00 p.m. Monday, January 18, 2016 at Ferry Funeral Home in Nevada, MO. A visitation is scheduled from 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. just prior to the service also at the funeral home. Interment will follow at a later date in Moore Cemetery in Nevada, MO.

Those who wish may contribute to a fund for the family in care of Ferry Funeral Home.