Danny Belk

Danny E. Belk was born June 22, 1943 in Mobile, Alabama to Troy and Willie Belk. He was a proud family man, loyal friend and passionate businessman. Danny graduated from Auburn University in 1966 with a degree in mechanical engineering. He was president of Kappa Sigma fraternity. He joined the Coast Guard Reserves, retiring with honorable discharge following six years of service as a Petty Officer Second Class (EN2). Danny married the love of his life, Chéri Beason in 1969. Together they have two beautiful daughters, Amy Graham and Kristi Mejia. He was a member of North Shelby Baptist Church and was an ordained deacon. Danny was employed by Weathertech Distributing Company (Carrier Air Conditioning) where he was a commercial engineer and an outstanding salesman, serving over 45 years. Danny was blessed with a loving family and wonderful friends. He was an avid water skier and enjoyed staying active. Danny will be greatly missed by those who had the honor of knowing him. Danny is survived by his wife Chéri; his daughters Amy (Billy) Graham and Kristi (John) Mejia; Grandchildren Conner Graham, Lauren Graham, Bella Mejia, and Maddie Rose Mejia. He was also loved by brother-in-law Dale (Lynne) Beason, two precious nieces, two grandnieces and numerous devoted cousins. Preceding him in death were his parents Troy K. Belk and Willie Barnes Belk. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that all donations be made to the Alzheimer's Association or North Shelby Baptist Church mission funds. Donations can be made online at act.alz.org or northshelbybaptist.org Visitation will be Saturday, October 22, 2022 from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm followed by funeral service at 12:00 pm at Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home and Gardens, 1591 Gadsden Hwy, Birmingham, AL 35235. The graveside service will be immediately following.