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RACINE - Howard Lawrence Dahnert, 92, passed away Sunday, January 23, 2011, at Ridgewood Care Center. Howard was born in Horiconv April 22, 1918, son of the late Ted and Anna (nee: Giehne) Dahnert. Howard was a member of the Evangelical United Methodist Church and on June 22, 1940, at the church, he was united in marriage to Winifred Ione 'Winnie' Roest. Howard was employed as a Beverage Deliverer at Racine Beverage, owned and operated Howie's Tropical Fish out of his basement as a hobby, was a Pipe Coverer, Estimator, and part Owner with Boll Industrial Roofing and Insulation of Milwaukee, retiring in 1983. Boy Scouts of America was a significant factor in his life. He achieved Eagle Scout rank as part of Boy Scouts and Quartermaster rank as part of Sea Scouts. He attended the first two National Boy Scout Jamborees and many others after that. He was particularly proud of his Sharp Shooter and Master Marksman's accomplishments. Howard continued in Scouting in many capacities through the Racine Chrome Dome Drum and Bugle Corps, Badgerland, Illinois Drum Corps Association, and Drum Corps International, where he was recently inducted into the Drum Corps International Hall of Fame. Howard enjoyed traveling with Winnie most of all, especially through Drum Corps trips and with the Holiday Rambler Club. He was the past Exalted Ruler of Racine Elks Club, had a passion for "rock hounding" with the Racine Geological Society, and was also part of the Racine and Milwaukee County Civil Defense. When he was not volunteering his time for various organizations which he loved dearly, he loved bargain hunting. His happiest moments were celebrating wedding anniversaries and traveling to Hawaii with Winnie. Survivors include his loving wife of 70 years, Winnie; his children, Janice Nelmark, Robert Dahnert, James (Cynthia) Dahnert; his grandchildren, Robert Nelmark, Tammy (Ruben) Mendoza, Daniel (Terri) Nelmark, Debra (Steve) Radwill, Wendy (Rob) Siegel, Matthew Dahnert (fiancée, Cammi), Jonathon Dahnert, Kimberly (Chris) James, Nicholas Dahnert, Lisa (Chris) Przekurat; his great-grandchildren, Christopher (Megan) Mendoza, Michael Nelmark, Brendon Mendoza, Abigail Radwill, Emmit Radwill, Ashley James, Isabella Radwill, Ethan Fabian, Owen Radwill, Emily Nelmark, Christopher Przekurat, Chasity James, Utah Radwill, Carson Siegel, Jasmine Przekurat, Missy Doepke, Nick Doepke, Ryan Dahnert, Caleb Dahnert; brothers-in-law and sister-in-law, Calvin Roest of Richmond, Va., Sue (Art) Webb of Rockford, Ill.; nieces, nephews, other relatives, and many dear friends. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his great-grandson, Arthur Siegel; and brother, Ted C. (Hazel) Dahnert. Funeral services will be held Monday, January 31, 2011, 11 a.m. at the Evangelical United Methodist Church, 212 - 11th Street, with Rev. John Fleming officiating. Entombment will follow at West Lawn Memorial Park. Relatives and friends may meet with the family Sunday at the funeral home from 2 until 4 p.m. and Monday at the church from 10:30 a.m. until time of service at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the Evangelical United Methodist Church or to the Racine Chrome Domes Drum Corps have been suggested. MARESH-MEREDITH AND ACKLAM FUNERAL HOME 803 Main Street 634-7888 Please send condolences to: www.meredithfuneralhome.com
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Howie will be missed by all that knew him. He played an important role in many of our lives when we were teenagers. His patience with us as participants in the Racine Drum & Bugle Corp and as paper boys picking up our daily newspapers at the bundle stop at his house was unbelievable. I still remember Howie well, even after almost 50 years, and I have a spot in my heart for him. Thank you Howie Dahnert.
Dennis Tesolowski
February 1, 2011
Dear Winnie, Janice Bob and Jimmy My prayers are with all of you. I have such good memories of Howie and all of you. ...Gwynne Theres
January 31, 2011
Howard, a real first class gentleman to all of us even though we didn't deserve it. Thank you for being there through all of those challenges.
Chuck Johnson
January 30, 2011
To the Dahnert family and my neices and nephews, Tammy, Robin, Danny, Wendy and Debbie our deepest sympathies. You will be in our prayers and thoughts. Gods peace to you and may His comfort be upon you. Love Auntie Carol and Uncle Charlie.
January 26, 2011
Our hearts and prayers go out to the entire family The Glenn Shilhavy family
Carol Shilhavy Dallmann
January 25, 2011
To Winnie and family~I was so sorry to hear of Howard's passing. I became acquainted with Howard through the Elks Club. For many years l worked with adults with special needs. Twice a week we would come to the Elks to clean and set up for weddings or other scheduled events. Howard was always there with a kind word or a smile. He always went the extra mile for all of us.
Rest in peace Howard, you will be missed.
Gail Pokora
January 25, 2011
To The Howard Dahnert Family: Forgive me for not being able to attend the funeral. Howie was a dear friend for many years, and I had great respect for him. You know, he helped me with Drum Corps Day. I am in a wheel chair, and home bound. God Bless you Winnie, and your family, with deepest sympathy, Ken Pias
Ken Pias
January 25, 2011
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