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Daniel Dowler Obituary

Daniel N. "Danny" Dowler 63, of Nashville, IN., died at his residence early Friday morning. Born June 1, 1943 in Indianapolis to the late Donald F. Dowler and Norma E. Jones of Indianapolis. He was a retired intertainer and a member of the Rockabilly Hall of Fame. He is survived, in addition to the mother, by his wife, Tony(Morse-Gregg) Dowler of Nashville; Sons, Darren (Dianne) Dowler of Beverly Hills, CA., Charlie and Uri Stiles of Nashville, IN., Grandchildren, Raina Sofia Dowler, Shelby, Hannah & Cory Stiles; Brother, Dennis (Linda)Bond of Franklin; Nephews, David (Caren) Bond of Indianapolis, Ryan (Joanna) Bond of Plainfield; Niece, Sherri Hansen of San Diego and aunt and uncle, Bud & Dorothy Smith of Indianapolis. A singerEntertainerSongwriter his entire life, who had an angelic voice and was truly the "other" Elvis. Danny had records out in Daytona and L.A.. He is remembered world wide for his music, kindness and generosity. Danny loved people & people loved Danny! His sparkling blue eyes, blond hair and dazzling smile will be remembered by all who knew him-forever. Danny was officially inducted into the Rock-a-billy Hall of Fame June 27, 1998. Danny truly loved his wonderful mother, beloved wife and his pride and joy was his 3 sons. He is preceded in death by 1 brother, David Dowler and his step-father, Dee Jones. The family will receive friends at Bond-Mitchell Funeral Home in Nashville, 4-7 PM Monday. A memorial service will be at 7:00PM Monday, with Rev. Darrell Stout, officiating. The family will also receive friends at the Flanner& Buchannan, Washington Park North Funeral Home at 2706 Kessler Blvd. West Dr. On Tuesday, 5-8PM. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to Bloomington Hospital Hospice CO Bond-Mitchell Funeral Home.

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Published by The Indianapolis Star on Jul. 16, 2006.

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