Peacefully, Dan passed into the waiting arms of his brothers on June 18, 2019, at East Gate Lodge.
He leaves behind his wife of 49 years, Judy; his daughters, Natalie (Richard) and their children, Seth and Racine, and Jennifer (Gary) and their children, Konnor and Emma; his brothers, Roy (Carol) and Steve (Joyce); sisters, Gwen (Russ) and Marg (Gerry); brother-in-law Bob Horner (Marni); and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his parents, Archie and Myrtle; his in-laws, Ron and Maxine Horner; brothers, Einar, Harry and Joe; sisters-in-law, Elsie and Evelyn; his nephew Kevin and his niece Noreen.
Dan grew up on the family farm in Amaranth on Lake Manitoba, later moving to Portage la Prairie to become a psychiatric nurse. This is where he met his wife Judy. In 1974, they moved to Beausejour with their daughter Natalie, shortly after Jennifer was born. He became the Eastman Regional Community Coordinator for Developmentally Delayed Adults and Children. He was known as the manger to work with, not for and his no nonsense attitude “Pitter Patter, let’s get at her.” He also enjoyed being a part of the Beausejour Ringette Association and Coop Board.
He loved the outdoors, the fresh air and being with nature; fishing on Lake Manitoba Narrows or Lake of the Prairies and hunting at the family homestead, Birch River or Duck Mountain, with his brothers Joe and Roy, nephew Pat and his best friend Bob. He waited all year for opening day! He played slow pitch with the over 50 team in Beausejour after retiring. You could always count on seeing his friendly face while walking up town or sitting in his lawn chair in the driveway because the house is too cold! Now we know where his daughters get it from.
His grandchildren were the light of his life. He loved to walk with them downtown for the mail and he rarely missed a hockey or ringette game, or anything that they were involved in. They will cherish his memory and miss him forever.
Danny was diagnosed with Parkinson’s and Lewy Body dementia, spending the last few years at East Gate Lodge personal care facility. We would like to extend our sincere appreciation to the staff on both Crocus and Rose units for the care and compassion they provided to him over the last 6 years.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, June 28, 2019 at 2:00 pm at Sobering Funeral Chapel, 1035 Park Ave. E. Beausejour, MB.
As an expression of sympathy, if friends so wish, memorial donations may be made to the Parkinson Society of Manitoba or East Gate Lodge.
“I can no longer see you with my eyes,
touch you with my hands,
but I will feel you in my heart forever….”
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Rosa Crognali
We are so saddened to hear of Danny’s passing. Our deepest sympathies to your family. We hope many memories shared will help comfort you in coping with your loss. I will always remember the smiling Danny who showed such caring and kindness to my daughters while growing up in Judy’s day care days. I would often find one or both daughters in his arms as I entered the home to pick them up. I will always remember that Danny fondly. Take care Danny and keep smiling upon your family. Hugs to you Judy Natalie and Jennifer.
Larry and Debbie Okolita
Our sincere condolences to Judy and family.
Ken & Laurie Gibson
With our most sincere sympathy Judy and family.
Donna Hlady
I am so sad to hear of Danny’s passing! My deepest condolences to you Judy, to Natalie and Rich, Seth and Racine, to Jennifer and Gary, Konor and Emma. Also to all of Danny’s family! My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time! Rest in Peace, Dan…
Ann & Gerald Graves
Judy, Natalie & Jennifer and Grand children; You have our deepest sympathy on the loss of Danny. We remember Dan as a quiet gentleman, easy to deal with in business and very friendly on the street with all the day care kids. We will miss seeing him at East Gate.
Edmund & Edith Wittenberg
Sending condolences to Judy and family. I too will miss seeing Dan at East Gate Lodge.
Betty Erhart and Allan Coumont
Our sincere condolences on the passing if your beloved Danny. May he rest in peace.
Gail & Roger Johnson
“The heart,like the mind has a memory and in it are the most precious keepsakes.
May the memories you share be of comfort at this time,”
Leona Weidman
My sympathies, Judy and your whole family, on Danny’s passing. May God grant you His Comfort and Strength. Rest In Peace Danny. (another ball player gone!)
Leona Weidman
My sympathies, Judy and your whole family, on Dan’s passing. May God grant you His Comfort and Strength. Rest In Peace Danny. (another ball player gone!)
Joys (McKay) Anderson
I am truly so sorry for your loss. Dan was an important part of my summers when I was growing up. I was younger and a city kid who loved to spend summers at Aunt Myrtle’s farm. My Dad – Clem – was Dan’s uncle. As a little girl hanging around when the men were haying, I was pretty vulnerable. Dan stuffed frogs and garter snakes down my t shirts and told me that the only difference between black birds and crows was their colour. He was perched on a branch up the tree outside the front door when he shared his ‘wisdom’ with me. I thought he was the coolest cousin ever!! I wish he could have lasted longer.
Barry and Marilyn Hryciw
Our condolences on Dan’s passing. Such a cheerful man and wonderful Grandpa. Remember watching him pass with grandkids often while I was still at work. God Bless
Roger & Sheila Kintop
Judy & family,
Our sincere condolence on the passing of your dear husband, father & grandfather. Keep close to your heart all the precious memories you have of him.
Jennifer & Gary,
We are so sorry for the pain you are going through in the passing of both of your fathers within such a short period of time. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
Janice Cameron
Judy and family
We are so sorry to hear of Dan passing.
I will always remember the special friendship that
Dan and my Dad had at the Hospital and at
East Gate Lodge. Ron truly appreciated the visits, Friendship and Dan checking in on him.
We all enjoyed our visits with Dan. He was truly a kind man with a big heart. So truly sorry for your loss.
We are thinking of you and your family at this truly difficult time.
The Cameron Family
gregg pierce
Hopefully Danny is at peace now and you are able to find peace as well. He was a good friend as we worked together for many years at the government building.
Andy, Pat, Shauna and Shireen Nevistiuk
Sooooo sorry to hear about Danny’s passing. We remember him especially from the girls Ringette days….he helped make a great team.
Our thoughts and prayers to you all.
Alice and Alvin Klapprat
Judy and Family our sincere condolences on your loss. I remember Danny as a very pleasant person when I worked at the Provincial Building .
EVELYN VANDERSCHAEGHE Nee Smith
I am so sorry to hear of your loss and relieved that Danny is now at peace. I had the privilege of being in the Psychiatric Nursing, Class of ’69, Portage, with Danny! It was a great group to be a part of!!
Wally & Marlene Cyncora
Deepest sympathies to Judy, Natalie, Jennifer & families. Our prayers & thoughts are with you at this very sad & trying time
Wally & Marlene Cyncora
Virginia Kubish
My deep and sincere condolences go out to you at this time and to all your family. May he Rest In Peace. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Myrna Suski
Sincere condolences to Judy and family. I worked with Danny when he was the regional director for the Pine Falls office! He was a great supervisor, friend and coworker! Rest In Peace Danny
Loretta whitta
My heart goes out to you Judy and family, how sad to get this obit from Gwen. Our prayers go out to you and your family and know he is at peace. Loretta Whitta (nee Mckay)
Gerald Hawranik
We are so sorry to hear of Danny’s passing. He was a friend of all. Pamela worked with him in the government building in Beausejour for a number of years and we became friends after that. I became his friend thereafter and we shared many hunting stories over the years. I served on many non profit boards with him in Beausejour and he was always available for advice and counsel. He was a real gentleman. I visited him in the Beausejour hospital about a year or so ago, and while I don’t think he knew who I was, we shared a few memories that brought tears to my eyes and his too. We are so thankful for his influence in our lives.
May God Bless and Comfort Judy and her family.
Gerald and Pamela Hawranik