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Gerald Danek Obituary

Gerald "Joe" Danek Leslie Age 69, passed away in Eaton Rapids August 28, 2010. He was born in Milwaukee, WI, October 15, 1940 the son of Frank and Josephine (Dykas) Danek. He served in the in the US Marines in the Philippine Islands from 1959-1963. Joe retired from General Motors after 33 years of service. He was an avid bowler at Royal Scott Bowling Alley in Lansing. Joe loved to travel, play cards and was an excellent photographer. He is survived by his daughters, Mary Ellen (Ken) Ireland of Eaton Rapids, Susan Raye (John) Ziegler of Springport, Sandra Lee Danek of Lansing; Special friend, Trish Wills of Battle Creek; 3 grandchildren, Cody J.D. Whittum, Katy C. Whittum, Mackenzie J.L.P. Tracy; 4 step grandchildren; 2 step great grandchildren; 3 brothers and 5 sisters. He was preceded in death by his parents. Memorial services will be 6 p.m. Thursday, September 2, 2010 at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, 518 S. Main St. Eaton Rapids with Pastor Ken Ridge officiating. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service. Interment will be at Ft. Custer Nation Cemetery in Calhoun Co. MI. In Lieu of flowers, the family is asking that memorial contributions be made to the Disabled American Veterans, 1433 Franklin St. Haslett, MI 48840. Those wishing may send online condolences to www.shellyodell.com

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Published by Lansing State Journal on Aug. 31, 2010.

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Duane Sperry

September 5, 2010

I will miss Joe very much, he was my teammate and friend for the past five years. My prayers are with you.

September 2, 2010

Joe will be missed by all of us who knew him, at Royal Scot. Jim and Travis Valentine

Todd K

September 2, 2010

I will cherish the memories of Joe at Royal Scot, May God bless your family during this time and always

Butch Sweet & Family

August 31, 2010

Susie and Family Our Deepest Sympathy and Prayers are with you and yours.

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