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Dan Cloud Obituary
September 25, 1925 - November 13, 2013
Age 88, of Appleton, passed on Wednesday, November 13, 2013 at The Heritage Assisted Living Center due to complications of pneumonia. Dan was born in Willard, MO on September 25, 1925 to the late W. Clay and M. Helen (Cochran) Cloud. After high school graduation from Wentworth Academy Dan enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps and entered the higher education portion of the military V12 program. It was during this time at Colorado College when he met his bride to be Helen (Kiech). Dan was a proud member of the Kappa Sigma fraternity while attending C.C. and following his graduation with a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1947, served in the Marine Corps Reserves.
Dan and his family moved to Appleton in January of 1953 after he and his father Clay purchased the local Buick dealership. The agency grew and expanded to new facilities on West College Ave. in 1965 and added the Honda franchise in 1975. Cloud Buick and Honda was sold upon Dan's retirement in 1996 after 43 years in business.
Dan was a member of the Appleton Noon Lion's Club, served on the Board of the Fox Cities United Way, and following his retirement, volunteered for F.I.S.H. In addition, he was a longtime member of the First Congregational UCC Church in Appleton as well as Butte des Morts Country Club.
Dan is survived by his spouse of 66 years, Helen, and his three children: Steve (Joanne) Cloud, Appleton, Kathy (Dennis) Stadler, Appleton, and Scott Cloud, Huntington Beach, CA; four granddaughters: Stephanie Cloud, Megan Czosek, Tricia Halyburton, and Anne Stadler plus three great-grandchildren: Riley, Caden, and Evan. Dan is also survived by his younger brother, W. Max Cloud M.D., Suffield, CT.
A memorial service for Dan will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday November 16, 2013 at the First Congregational UCC Church, 724 E. South River St., Appleton. Friends may visit directly at the church on Saturday from 9:30 AM until the time of the service. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the Dan and Helen Cloud Family Fund at the Community Foundation for the Fox Cities, P.O. Box 563, Appleton, WI 54912. Online condolences may be expressed a www.wichmannfargo.com.
The family would like to thank the staff at the Heritage Woods for the wonderful assistance they provided to Dan during his stay. They truly deserve the title of "care" givers.
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Patti Ebben
November 18, 2013
Blessings to your family in these difficult days. I remember Dan's gentle happy smile for everyone.
peace
Patti Ebben (former neighbor and friend of Kathy)
Sue & Larry Bogenschutz
November 17, 2013
Dear Helen and Family,
You are in our thoughts and prayers as you say your farewells to Dan. May God hold you gently in the palm of His hand. Dan was greatly respected by many in this community including my grandfather, Ray Nelson, who worked for Cloud Buick during his retirement years. Love, Hugs, and God Bless you today and always.
November 15, 2013
Dear Helen, Kathy, Steve & Scott,
So sorry to hear of Dan's passing. He will be greatly missed-along with his great smile & gentle spirit. And we can't forget his "awesome voice"!
With regrets I will not be able to make the service.
My love, hugs & prayers are with you all.
God Bless,
Lynda
Ken Romenesko
November 15, 2013
Helen and family,
Please accept my sympathy on the loss of Dan. He was a wonderful man.
Ken Romenesko
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Jeff and Karin Kirk
November 14, 2013
Karin and I will miss Dan a ton. Not only was Dan the kindest person I have had the pleasure of knowing but I am proud to say he was my Uncle. I have so many memories and Karin and I were overcome with joy when he was able to venture to Oregon three years ago and attend our wedding. We were honored by his presence. Every time the Packers and Raiders meet up I will have a dollar bill on the table and remember our friendly wagers. Rest in total peace Dan. Heaven has a warm place for you. Much love to the whole Cloud family. God bless.....
Shirley Stevens
November 14, 2013
I want to express my deepest sympathy for the loss of Dan. I am unable to attend the memorial; however, I wish to let you, Helen, and your sweet Kathy and your sons know that you will will all be in my thoughts.
Sara W. Connor
November 14, 2013
Helen,
Our deepest sympathy! Bruce and I are so sad for you! Diane and I are, too!! We always had so much fun in Marco with Dan. Our favorite is his joke about driving to Florida:
"Helen drove all the way and her hands never touched the wheel!!"
Love to you,
Sara and Bruce xo
Rollin Drews
November 14, 2013
I had the pleasure to work for Dan for over 13 years. He is a man of compassion and understanding, and I take away many great memories of knowing him. He will be missed by many here on earth, but I know God will truly cherish having him by his side in heaven. Rest is God's peace Dan.
Linda Arter
November 14, 2013
Dear Steve and Joanne, I am very sorry to hear of the passing of your dad. I remember my mom and dad buying many a Buick from your dad throughout my childhood. I am thinking that they will still be working out a deal in heaven. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Linda Jacquot Arter
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