David A. Daniel

1953 - 2018

David A. Daniel obituary, 1953-2018, St. Joseph, MN

BORN

1953

DIED

2018

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Benson Funeral Home - Saint Cloud

1111 25th Avenue South

Saint Cloud, Minnesota

David Daniel Obituary

David A. Daniel

St. Joseph - David A. Daniel, age 65, of St. Joseph, died Saturday, October 13, 2018 at the Hilltop Care Center in Watkins, MN.

A memorial gathering celebrating Dave's life will take place on Saturday, October 27, 2018 at the St. Cloud Eagles Club #622 from 2:00-4:00 PM with a reception at 4:00 PM. Funeral arrangements were made by Benson Funeral Home, St. Cloud

David Arnold Daniel was born on February 2, 1953 in St. Cloud, MN to Robert and Marian (Hemme) Daniel. Dave was married to Ramona Kurkosky on November 2, 1979 in St. Joseph, MN. He worked as a preventive maintenance specialist at the Sartell Paper Mill, was a member of the fire brigade there and was a first responder. Dave was an accomplished musician who could play virtually any instrument he touched. His love of music was a driving force in his life and he had his own band for over 35 years. Dave will be remembered as a man of honor, who had a great sense of humor, a quick wit, an ironclad memory, and was always putting others first. He was always tinkering on something or planning a prank and had an intense love of extension cords and duct tape. He loved animals and Lake Superior, he was very proud of his boat there, the Ramona Rose, but most of all he loved his family and treasured time with his wife, children and grandchildren.

Survivors include his wife, Ramona of St. Joseph; children, Shelley (Chris) Dressen of Lester Prairie, Dave (Janelle) Daniel of Sauk Rapids, and Kate (Greg Bellenger) Daniel of Portland, OR; grandchildren, Tommy, Josie, Colton, Claire, Vanessa, and Emmett; best friends who he loved like brothers, Mark Justin, Ken Peka, and Chet Johnson; and many other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents and many musician friends.

In lieu of flowers memorials are preferred.

Published by St. Cloud Times on Oct. 21, 2018.
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I heard Dave play a few times through the years. He was such an excellent musician and from the couple of times I talked to him, a nice guy as well,

Mark Coyle

Work

April 24, 2023

I was looking up a person who recently passed away and to my surprise I came across Dave Daniel. I've known him for many years from school and we played together in bands at times. I consider him the greatest guitar, keyboard player and singer that I had the pleasure and opportunity to play with...many great memories! And a great personality!

Ramona, Wishing you and your family peace and may Dave rest in peace!

Larry Nierengarten,
Sioux Falls, SD

December 18, 2018

I will always have a special place in my memories, for you, Dave....you and your family were my neighbors, for years. You are the one that made a good band, sound GREAT!!! I am one of many fortunate musicians, who got to play music with you! And your kindness and sense of humor, will never be forgotten! Go Rest High, on the Mountain!!!
My prayers and condolences, for your family and loved ones.
Dottie Johnson

Dottie Johnson

October 27, 2018

I am so sadden to hear the news on Dave. I can just imagine how wonderful heaven is with all of Dave's talents. Gone but never to be forgotten. Rest In Peace Dave.

Laura Jansky

October 22, 2018

God bless huggy bear

October 21, 2018

God bless you and your family. You have left so many good memories.

Classmate

October 21, 2018

Rest in peace Dave. Love You Always.

Judy and Chuck Fuchs

October 21, 2018

It is never easy to say goodbye to someone we love so much. Knowing that so many were loved and touched by him helps. Even more so, because he lives in their memories. May you have peace and comfort that you have a hope of seeing your loved one again. My sincere condolences

October 21, 2018

Fill the heavens with your beautiful voice Dave, It sure will be missed her. Rest In Peace. Peace be with you family.

Patty Dietman

Coworker

October 18, 2018

Im so sorry for your lost. RIP!!

Kandice Neubert

Friend

October 15, 2018

Dave my brother was always a tower of strength. May God welcome you in his arms. RIP little Brother !

Jack Daniel

Brother

October 14, 2018

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Celebration of Life

2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

St. Cloud Eagles Club #622

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27

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4:00 p.m.

St. Cloud Eagles Club #622

MN

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