Byron “Danny” Gregory Daniel, 84, of Cushing, Wisconsin, passed away surrounded by his family on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023, at his home.
Byron was born to Lester Eger and Angeline Eger Daniel on May 30, 1939, in Graceville, Minnesota. While growing up, Byron worked on farms until enlisting in the United States Navy. After his honorable discharge from the Navy, Byron moved to Santa Barbara, California, where he owned his own gas stations. It was there where he met his wife, Marsha. Byron and Marsha Josephson were married on Dec. 15, 1962, and were blessed with three children, Chris, Lori and Jeff.
In 1970, Byron and Marsha moved their family to Cushing where they owned a farm. Byron enjoyed spending time outdoors. He especially enjoyed fishing, hunting and playing cards with family and friends.
Byron is survived by his wife, Marsha, of 61 years; children, Chris (Nancy) Daniel, Lori (Dave) Rasmussen and Jeff (Tracy) Daniel; grandchildren, Brad (Christine) Rasmussen, Ryan (Sabina) Vitalis, Zach Daniel, Alex Daniel, Chelsea (Derek) O’Brien, Brittany (Brennan) Trimble, Nick Daniel and Josh Daniel; great-grandchildren, Braiden, Beckett, Branton, Isla and Declan; siblings, David Daniel, Collette Pritts, Maureen Thissen, Gerald (Ada) Daniel and Monica (Kurt) Blaske; and many nieces, nephews, family and friends.
A Celebration of Life will be held at noon, Saturday, Nov. 11, 2023, at the Grandstrand Funeral Home, Osceola, Wisconsin, with a visitation starting at 10 a.m. at the funeral home. Condolences may be expressed online at grandstrandfh.com.
