Our History
We believe that pets are part of the family, too, and we believe that they deserve the best possible care when they must leave us. This is why we’ve established Quad Cities Pet Cremation.
A welcoming and comfortable place is important when you’re dealing with these difficult circumstances, so we started with a building that provides easy access and then added some comfortable surroundings.
NOTE: We ask that you call ahead to schedule an appointment to ensure prompt assistance. (We may be away from the cremation center, assisting families at the vet clinics.)
Conveniently located from any direction, our facility offers ease of access on River Drive between Bettendorf and Interstate 80.
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Renalda Samolitis, Location Manager
Renalda "Re" is the manager for Quad Cities Pet Cremation and Weerts Funeral Home. She enjoys spending time with her family and especially her beloved Black Lab, Brynley. Her care and compassion for Weerts families extends to the level of service and care provided to Quad Cities Pet Families.
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Mark Cannon, Pet Care Coordinator
Mark and his family relocated to the Quad Cities in 2004. Mark and his wife Terri enjoy spending time with their nine children. In addition to his pastoral duties, Mark is a Chaplain for the Bettendorf Police Department and assists with funeral services at Weerts funeral home. Mark and his family are pet parents to two short hair domestic cats and two pure bred Australian Shepherds.
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Donnie Collins, Pet Care Coordinator
Donnie has been a lifelong resident of the Quad Cities and volunteers his time helping various organizations throughout. He enjoys spending time with his family and listening to Country Western Music. He is a pet owner of Alaskan Malamutes and Siberian Huskies.
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Ron (in loving memory)
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Carey Sodawasser, Crematory Operator
Carey Sodawasser has been working in the funeral industry in various capacities for twenty-five years. As the crematory manager, he is responsible for overseeing daily responsibilities of RiverBend Cremation Services, which include Quad Cities Pet Cremation, Weerts Funeral Home and The Runge Mortuary. Carey is also a deputized Medical Examiner Investigator for Scotty County, Iowa. Carey has been a Davenport resident since 1977, Carey married Nicole in 1993 and together they raised Jullian, RJ and Alexis. When they aren’t traveling or helping to raise their three Godchildren, Carey and Nicole relax at home with Arlo, 3-year-old rescued Bull Mastiff and 10-year-old Jack Russell Terrier, Stella.
