Chad Robert Burton

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Chad Robert Burton, 44, of Urbandale, Iowa, who left us on June 29, 2025, after a brief but brave battle with a rare and aggressive cancer. Born and raised in Davenport, Iowa, Chad brought the soul of a fisherman and the strength of deep family roots into every chapter of his life.

 A proud graduate of Davenport West High School (Class of 1999), Chad went on to earn his degree from the University of Northern Iowa in 2005. A natural athlete, he played baseball and basketball during his school years, where his competitive spirit and love for teamwork flourished. From an early age, he found joy and peace casting lines into the Mississippi River, especially at the cherished family cabin—where laughter echoed off the water and lasting memories were made. Whether playing euchre with a sly grin or shouting support for his beloved St. Louis Cardinals and Detroit Lions, Chad’s passions were loyal and lively. 

Professionally, Chad excelled first in restaurant management—including memorable years at Jethro’s BBQ—and later as a logistics coordinator at Express Logistics, where his integrity, work ethic, and natural connection with people made him deeply respected. 

Chad carried the wisdom and values passed down from his grandparents, always striving to live by the example they set—kindness, humility, and unwavering integrity—principles that shaped the man he became. 

But Chad’s most cherished title was “Dad.” He married Erin Miller on September 23, 2006, and together they raised Andrew and Lainey with love, wit, and unwavering support. Chad's love for his children was boundless—he delighted in their triumphs, stood strong through their challenges, and found his greatest joy in being present for the everyday moments: cheering from the sidelines, sharing fishing tips, and making sure laughter echoed through their days. Later, on October 7, 2017, Chad married Emily Clogg, and their bond was defined by mutual devotion, deep respect, and unconditional love. They shared a beautiful partnership marked by resilience and tenderness—even through the profound loss of their infant son, Owen, in 2020. Chad’s capacity for love only grew deeper, and his quiet strength became a beacon to those around him. To know Chad was to feel seen. He had an uncanny ability to make others feel valued, heard, and understood. His friendships ran deep, his loyalty was steadfast, and his presence was a calm in any storm. Chad’s legacy lives on in the hearts of those fortunate enough to have known him. 

Chad is survived by his wife Emily Burton, parents Robert and Debra Burton, brother Brian (Lindsey) Burton, children Andrew and Lainey Burton, Emily’s parents Richard and Christine Clogg, Emily’s sister Carrie Clogg (Josh Barlage) and brother Johnathan (Brandy) Clogg, nieces and nephews Samuel Barlage, Charles Barlage, Liam Burton, Palmer Burton, Tobias Clogg and Augustus Clogg, and a wide circle of devoted family and friends who will continue to carry the light of his memory forward. 

A Celebration of Life for Chad will be held at Caldwell Parrish Funeral Home and Crematory in Urbandale, IA, Sunday, July 13, 2025, at 2pm. Family and friends are welcome to an open house following the service. In Lieu of flowers, Emily Burton has established scholarship funds for Andrew and Lainey Burton. To donate, either visit ugift529.com: code H28-938 for Andrew and S7p-47A for Lainey or send a check payable to the Family of Chad Burton, and designate scholarships in the memo line. Checks may be mailed to Caldwell Parrish Funeral Home c/o Chad Burton, 8201 Hickman Road, Urbandale, IA 50322.