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Daniel Kendall Obituary
Dan was born October 20, 1967 in Bellevue, Washington to Keith and Shirley Kendall. He is of Tlingit and English decent. He was in the Brown Bear Clan and his Tlingit name is Ye'es aan Kawdihaan. He entered Chamberlayne Jr. College in Boston, MA at age 16. He received an Associates of Science degree, and received an electrician certificate from Coyne Electric School in Boston, MA at the age of 18.
Dan was a certified electrician, but he was also a talented handyman. He could fix anything around the house. He mentored his nephew Allan on fixing things. He was very artistic, and enjoyed making beautiful chokers and drums. Dan could not get enough Tlingit dancing. He loved dressing up and painting his face to dance. He tried to attend every Celebration in Juneau. He was always friendly and rarely met anyone he didn't like. Dan was great at hunting and fishing. He succeeded at every sport he played. He loved traveling, and has visited many places around the world.
Dan is survived by his mother and father, Shirley and Keith Kendall of Anchorage; his brothers Karle and Wayne Kendall of Anchorage; his nephew, Allan Kendall; and nieces, Danielle and Kellinda Kendall all of Anchorage; his aunt, Adeline St. Clair of Hoonah; and numerous cousins in Hoonah and Juneau; also the Kendall brothers in Fairbanks. Many friends will miss Dan from all the places he lived: Kirkland, WA, Everett, WA, Hoonah, AK, Juneau, AK, Seattle, WA, Boston, MA, Pasadena, CA and Tampa, FL. He was adored by many and will be greatly missed.
Arrangements with Cremation Society.
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Tom Obermeyer
June 29, 2012
Shirley, Keith, and Family:
We are so sorry about the loss of your son, Dan. How difficult! We wish that we could have attended the Memorial last Friday, June 22, but did not know about it. It must have been very comforting because you have so many loving family members and friends. We are praying for you and your family during this very difficult time. A Mass card for the repose of Dan's soul will be mailed to you at UAA Native Studies Department.
Sincere condolences,
Tom and Theresa Obermeyer
Thomas, Jimmy, Margaret, and Matt
Bev Kirk
June 22, 2012
Shirley and family, my thoughts, love, and prayers are with you during this difficult time. I'll always remember our years of working together, and all of the things you so patiently and lovingly taught me. You are my "big sister" - I love you. I pray God's strength and peace for you.
Shirley Jimerson
June 22, 2012
My deepest sympathies to Shirley and Keith and family.
Dan Wegh
June 21, 2012
My deepest sympathies to the Kendall family. Daniel was a nice guy to grow up with. Before or after church, when us teenagers got together to talk, Daniel was often there with a smile on his face ready to listen or crack a joke. He will be missed. - Dan Wegh
Nick Gonzales
June 21, 2012
Shirley and Family, please accept my condolences. Our family supports you in your time of need. My thoughts and prayers go out to you.
Mariliyn Balluta
June 21, 2012
Dear Shirley, Keith and Family, I want to express my deepest condolences to our family. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. Marilyn Balluta
Mike Pickett
June 21, 2012
Shirley, Keith, Wayne and family:
We are SO sorry for your loss. I still have Dan in my fondest memories of SEP Alaska, as the kid with the big, easy going smile. We'll be keeping you and your family in our prayers.
Love, Mike and Laurie Pickett
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