CLINTON — Kerry Scott Daniels, 57, of Clinton, Ill., passed away on Thursday, April 6, 2017, in Clinton.

Graveside services with military honors will be conducted 10 a.m. on Wednesday, April 12, 2017, at Memorial Park Cemetery, Clinton, with Scott Marsh officiating. Visitation will be held from 6 – 8 p.m. on Tuesday, April 11, 2017, at Calvert Funeral Home, Clinton.

In lieu of flowers, memorials in Scott’s name may be directed to the AmVets, Clinton.

Kerry, or “Scott” to family and friends, was born on September 29, 1959, in Clinton, the son of Thornton and Joyce (Hammond) Daniels. 

Survivors include his brothers, David (Dana) Daniels, Florissant, Mo.; Terry Daniels, Mons, Belgium; Robert (Martha) Daniels, Springfield, Ill.; James Daniels, Clinton; Philip Daniels, Clinton; and sisters, Karen Daniels, Granbury, Texas; and Janet (David) Coppenbarger, Granbury, Texas.  Scott is also survived by three nephews, Kevin (Stephanie) and Timothy (Stephanie) Coppenbarger, both of Granbury, Texas and Christopher Daniels, Clinton.  One niece, Maggie Inman, Clinton, and several great-nephews and great-nieces also survive.  

Kerry happily was a father to Becky Broadhacker and grandfather to her son Kaiden McCoy whom called him “Papa.”  Both brought him great happiness and joy.  He will be deeply missed by all.

He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother, Michael and a great-great-nephew, Aiden.

Scott was a lifelong area resident and served in the United States Navy, Naval Construction Force, better known as the Seabees.  Scott enjoyed fishing, cooking, drawing, playing video games and the banjo.  He was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles.  He had a huge heart, a warm smile, and loved his family deeply.

Online condolences may be made at www.calvertmemorial.com