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” serves as the General Manager for Quad Cities Pet Cremation, Weerts Funeral Home, Davenport Memorial Park Cemetery, and Cunnick Collins Life Celebration Center. She is deeply committed to compassionate service, extending the same level of care and respect provided to Weerts families to the pet families of the Quad Cities. Outside of work, Re enjoys spending time with her family, her beloved Black Lab, Brynley, and the family’s rescued cat, Binx.
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Carey Sodawasser, Crematory Manager
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.
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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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Eric Winter, Pet Care Coordinator
Eric grew up in Blue Grass, Iowa, where he worked in his family’s businesses, Winter Bison and Bison Ridge Kennels. From 2017 to 2018, he proudly served as a 13B in the Army National Guard.While living in Des Moines, Eric worked as a Crime Scene Removal Technician and also volunteered as a firefighter, demonstrating his commitment to serving his community.In his free time, Eric enjoys spending quality time with his wife, working on the ranch, and playing hockey and baseball. An avid outdoorsman, he values hard work and time spent in nature.Looking ahead, Eric plans to earn his degree in Mortuary Science and pursue a career as a licensed funeral director, where he hopes to continue supporting families during difficult times.
