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E. Blake Collins Funeral Home - Wilkes-Barre

159 George Avenue

Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania

Jack Danko Obituary

Jack Danko, 80, passed away peacefully at his home in Laurel Run on Monday morning, March 18, 2024.

Jack was a lifelong resident of Laurel Run where he retired from the family propane business, Danko Gas Service, that he owned and operated with his wife Betty for many years.

He was a passionate supporter of the Giants Despair Hillclimb, and a member of the Sports Car Club of America. Jack was the founder of DG Formula Motorsports and was an active racer as recently as last summer. When he wasn't racing, he enjoyed fishing and the outdoors.

He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Betty (Elizabeth F. Colleran), on Nov. 6, 2022; parents, Jack M. and Corrine A. Danko; and brother, Darryl R. Danko.

Surviving are his children, daughter, Apryl Danko (David Davis); sons, Jack Danko, Larry Danko (Jennifer), Darryl Danko (Christine) and Barry Griffith; grandchildren, Ashlee Castellano, AJ Abraham, Jack, Alexa, Paige and Kasey Danko; great-grandchildren, Corrinna Castellano and Beau Danko: brother, Larry Danko (Nancy); and many nieces and nephews.

The family will hold a memorial service to celebrate his life.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations in Jack's name to Laurel Run Volunteer Fire Department, 100 Dupont Road, Laurel Run, PA 18706.

Condolences can be sent at eblakecollins.com.

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Published by Citizens Voice on Mar. 22, 2024.

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for Jack Danko

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Karen alber

March 28, 2024

Condolence to the danko family. So sorry for your loss. Sending prayers. Eternal memory

The Heck family

March 27, 2024

I am at such a loss of words.. Jack was such a wonderful person he would stop and say hi to you when he seen you..soo many prayers and thoughts go out to the family.

Martin aigeldinger

March 26, 2024

Martin

Wally & Michaelene Usloski

March 26, 2024

Our sincere condolences to Jack's family. Jack's hard work and dedication to the Giant Despair Hillclimb will always be remembered. Our family and many other families have great memories of the hillclimbs because of him. He will be sorely missed.

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Lorraine Joseph

March 26, 2024

Larry and family,

I am so sorry for your loss.
RIP Mr. Danko.

Lorraine Joseph

Dave & Mary Ann Harkenreader

March 25, 2024

May jack rest in peace, our condolences to the family

Dave and Mary Ann Harkenreader

Joe Marczak, The Iceman

March 25, 2024

Sincere Condolences Jack's Family and Friends. It was always a pleasure to see Jack. His wit and humor always brightened your day. He will be sorely missed by all that knew him.
I will miss his annual visit with posters for the Hillclimb and also his presence at the event. He became a good friend and the honor of knowing him will stay with me forever.
The Hillclimb, the racing community and the area at large will now learn all that he did for the Giant's Despair. He brought pleasure and excitement to many who otherwise would never experience motorsports.
Rest In Peace my Friend, see you at the Big Finish Line!

Kurt Eikenberg

March 25, 2024

My heart goes out to the family and friends of Jack.
I will miss Jack as will many other people that he befriended. Kurt Eikenberg

PATRICIA A. PASCOE

March 25, 2024

SO SORRY TO HERE OF YOUR FATHER PASSING. I REMEMBER HIM INSTALLING MY MOTHER'S "MORNING GLOW" IN THE EARLY 70'S. MY SON SHEA, "SPOKE HIGHLY OF ALL THE DANKO FAMILY." DEEPEST SYMPATHIES

Mike Bender

March 25, 2024

I am so sorry for your loss Stacy Danko here is my number if you need to talk he was a good man from long time ago when I met him with my mom living in the township my life goes out for you text my number if you want to talk 570-301-8980

Larry Simpson

March 25, 2024

Rest in peace old friend.

Mary Anne Fieux

March 24, 2024

It all has been said by others. The best smile, dedication to both his family and racing family.

I always loved seeing him smiling in his car coming down the hill while working a corner.

God's blessings to the Danko family. May his memory be a blessing.

Mary Anne Fieux

John Tumolo

March 24, 2024

So sorry to hear this-Jack was the reason I enjoyed working Giants every year-he so loved the sport and the event. The man made sure he walked around and thanked all of us working the event and always had a smile that never quit. He was a great man and we and the sport shall miss him.

William Cook

March 24, 2024

Sending condolences to your family. Jack was a great man and a good person to talk too William Cook Sr.

Bernadette Verhoski

March 24, 2024

I am so sorry for your loss. He knew how to brighten my day at Kmart when he would come in. He will be greatly missed by all that knew him.

Curt Kishbaugh

March 24, 2024

Great man. Will be missed. Prayers for the Danko family

Mark Mashburn

March 24, 2024

Great memories racing with the Danko family. Jack was always welcoming to my family. Prayers to all my Danko friends.

GERALD WELEBOB

March 24, 2024

MY SINCERE SYMPATHY TO THE DANKO FAMILY...R. I P JACK

Jack and Cathy Stevens

March 24, 2024

Cathy and Jack Stevens send our condolences to Larry Danko and family. We are sending you healing thoughts and strength during this grieving time.

Sandy Kownacki Miscavage

March 23, 2024

My sincere condolences to the Family of Jack may he rest in peace

The Molitoris family

March 23, 2024

To all of Jack´s family.We send our deepest condolences.He definitely was a very special man.Rest In Peace our dear friend.

bob meluskey sr

March 23, 2024

GOD Bless Enjoy that hillclimb in the sky

Ellyn Fortney

March 23, 2024

I was so sorry to hear that Jack passed away. He was always a joy to talk to about anything. Such a great sense of humor! I know he missed his Betty, so I hope they’re having a great time together! Please convey my sympathy to the whole family.

Mike & Barbara Bankus

March 23, 2024

We will miss seeing Jack at Ollie's , always great conversation. He was always eager to let our grandkids sit in his race car & they appreciated it your family is in our prayers. Mike & Barbara Bankus & family

ANTHONY

March 23, 2024

I AM SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS

Raymond & Jacqueline Arndt

March 23, 2024

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Timmy and Mary Jane Hunter

March 23, 2024

Jack was always a great friend. We enjoy the Hillclimb every year thanks to his hard work. See you at the finish line again some day.

Chet & Diana

March 23, 2024

Larry , Jen & Family

Sorry for your loss..

Bill Zingaretti

March 23, 2024

So very sorry for the loss of Jack may he rest in peace

Mr & Mrs Louis Dominick

March 23, 2024

So very sorry for your loss, may he find comfort in our Lords loving arms

Dan Gildea

March 22, 2024

To the Danko family,

Please accept my sympathy on your dad's passing.

Your father ,was a dedicated Laurel Run resident ,to the borough , the volunteer fire department and the Laurel Run Giants Despair Hillclimb . He inspired so many to appreciate and dedicate their passion to expand and enhance the Laurel Run Hillclimb for the event it is today, for this I say " thank you Jack for a job well done" . Rest in peace my friend.

Dan Gildea

Former Mayor , Borough of Laurel Run , Pa.

Kim Smith

March 22, 2024

Daryl i am sorry to hear the loss of your dad

Jake K.

March 22, 2024

My Sincere Condolences to the Danko Family! Rest Easy Mr. D!
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