Robert Spafford Daniels

Robert Spafford Daniels 1926 ~ 2004  RICHFIELD, UTAH - Robert Spafford "Bob" Daniels, 77, of Richfield, Utah, passed away in Richfield, Utah. His brother, Joe A., passed away earlier the same day. He entered this world on November 25, 1926, and left it on February 27, 2004. He was born and raised in Annabella, Utah, to William Spafford and Elizabeth Tuttle Daniels and was proud of it. He married his true love, Jeannine Peterson, April 30, 1948. He is survived by his wife of 55 years and children, Stephen Daniels of Richfield; Annette Hawley of Placerville, CA; and Julie Daniels of Richfield; special daughter-in-law, Patsy Daniels; special son-in-law, Wayne Hawley; grandchildren: Kresta (Derek) Moore, Natalie Hawley, both of Folsom, CA; Jeff S. Daniels and Keri A. Daniels of Richfield; brother, Roy Dean (Georgia) Daniels of Salt Lake City; sister-in-law, Merlene Daniels of Salt Lake City; brothers-in-law, Virgil Brown of St. George; Wilford Hermansen of Salt Lake City; half-brother, Clay (Leah) Hendrickson of Glenwood; his special buddy, Bandit; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; four brothers and six sisters: William Bliss Daniels, Paul Maurice Daniels, Mrs. Reed (Joan) Rasmussen, Lillian Brown, Mrs. Conrad (DeLynn) Hansen, Mrs. Leo (Verla) Breinholt, Joe A. Daniels, Mrs. Kent (Madeline) Carr, Mary Hermansen, and an infant brother. Bob graduated from South Sevier High School in 1945, served his country during World War II as a Seaman First Class in the Navy, was involved in the Lions, Kiwanis and Jaycees Clubs. He was a charter member of the Richfield BPOE. He loved performing in the minstrel shows in the 50's . He enjoyed serving in the community as a professional dry cleaner for over 55 years. He owned Ideal Cleaners in Richfield. Bob was a volunteer fireman for 33 years. His best service was that of a loving husband, supportive and guiding father, and a wonderful grandfather. Bob enjoyed music and willingly shared his special singing talent with others. He enjoyed fishing, working in the yard, dancing, and watching basketball. Funeral services will be held Thursday, March 4, 2004, at 12:00 Noon in the Neal S. Magleby & Sons Mortuary Chapel, 50 S. 100 W. in Richfield, where friends may call on Thursday from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. Burial will be in the Richfield City Cemetery with military rites by the V.F.W. Sevier Post #5050 and the Richfield City Firemen will serve as Honor Guards.