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Lafayette - Kendrick, Daniel F. "Dan"
Long-time Lafayette resident and businessman Dan Kendrick, 87, passed on to eternal life January 12, 2018, surrounded by family.
A native of Michigan, Dan was a proud graduate of Michigan State, a Marine, and a husband, brother, father, and grandfather. Dan and his family came to Lafayette in 1970 when he launched the Kendrick car dealership, which he helmed until his retirement in 1994. During those years, Dan was an active civic leader and good business partner in the community, including supporting Lafayette Catholic Schools, Purdue University, and United Way.
Dan's enthusiasm for life's adventures never waned, and his retirement years were robust. He divided his time between Lafayette and Lake Freeman in Monticello, and winters in south Florida. He actively pursued his passions --- enjoying boating, especially sailing, long-distance bike riding, fishing, and tennis, as well as the simpler things in life - family, a good cigar, a beautiful sunset, and the annual family Euchre card tournament.
He is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Marilyn, and four children, Deanne Haag (Shawn), Marty (Kyle), Mary O'Toole (Peter), and Matt (Lori), 11 grandchildren, his sister Sally Goss (Joe) and numerous nieces and nephews. The family would also like to acknowledge and thank the caregivers and community at Westminster Village, where he and Marilyn have lived well for the last 3 years.
A Celebration of Dan's life will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, January 20, 2018, at St. Mary Cathedral in Lafayette, Ind. with Father Kyle Neterer officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in memory of Dan can be made to Lafayette Catholic Schools at www.lcss.org and United Way of Greater Lafayette at www.uwlafayette.org.
Hahn-Groeber Funeral Home, Lafayette is honored to care for the Kendrick family. Memories and condolences may be left at www.hahngroeberfuneralhome.com
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Lisa Kennedy Burget
January 22, 2018
I knew Dan and his family for many years. He was so kind and special to me. He tried to teach me to sail, but I was a slow learner! I was much better at skiing! And I learned about cars from him. My family bought our cars from his dealership. He was a wonderful person! And to all he met! He's now in the eternal almighty heaven with our Lord! May you all take comfort in that. Much love and God Bless, Lisa
Kim Campbell
January 22, 2018
Marty and family, So sorry for your loss! Thinking of you during this difficult time .
Kim and Tom Campbell
January 20, 2018
Dan Kendrick contributed much good to our community through his business. I purchased automobiles from him and his son, Marty.
He was a member of Kiwanis and I informed our members in the Thursday meeting of his passing, noting that he had gone "to eternal life".
May our Heavenly Father give peace to the family and friends of this good man.
Rev. Dr. Raymond E. Parnell
Marsha Spear
January 19, 2018
My deepest sympathy to the Kendrick family. I know Dan from the Rock Steady Boxing class. I always enjoyed talking with him there or at the social gatherings that the Rock Steady group had. I was impressed with his commitment to the class. Everyone at Rock Steady will miss you Dan. Rest in peace friend.
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Lisa Knevel Westall
January 19, 2018
My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this time of loss.
Chris Sutton
January 18, 2018
Deepest sympathy to Marilyn and the Kendrick family. I had the pleasure of caring for Dan at Westminster Village. He was a wonderful man . He will be missed
Marty McGlothlin
January 18, 2018
Dan will be missed. I gained valuable insights from any conversation we had.
January 18, 2018
Dan gave me my start in the automotive business in 1972. He was always supportive and was instrumental in my growth. I owe a lot to Dan for his ability to see the ability that I was unable to see in myself. RIP Dan, and thank you for all you did.
Ed French
Ft Myers, Fl.
Kim Orbik
January 17, 2018
I am so sorry to hear of Mr. Kendrick's passing. He was loved by all and will be missed by many.
Kim (Andrews) Orbik
Rebecca Price
January 17, 2018
My condolences to the family, my father started working for Dan first many years ago then Marty. My father is Don Williams and he has since passed on. But he ALWAYS loved working for Dan he always treated him like family not an employee. Dan will be missed by many and the Lafayette community he was a top notch man. RIP Dan
Sincerely Rebecca Williams Price
Larry Anthrop
January 17, 2018
Sorry for your loss.
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