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Daniel Palombizio Obituary
Daniel H. Palombizio, 83, Michigan City, Indiana, passed away Thursday, July 27, 2023, at 8:54 a.m. in VNA Hospice Center, Valparaiso, Indiana.
Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m., Tuesday, Aug. 1, 2023 at Ott/Haverstock Funeral Chapel, 418 Washington St., Michigan City, Indiana. Visitation hours will be from 12-3 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 1, 202, in the Ott/Haverstock Funeral Chapel.
He was born Aug. 30, 1939, in Chicago, Illinois, to the late Ralph and Mary (McMann) Palombizio. On Nov. 25, 1961, in Chicago, Illinois, he married Jacqueline K. "Jackie" (Meilner) Palombizio, who survives in Michigan City, Indiana.
Also surviving are daughter, Marlyne (Kirk); sons, Danny (Cheryl), Michael (Jennifer), and Todd (Robin); grandchildren, Daniel, Morgan, Jacqueline, Austin, Jeffrey, Christopher, and Kyron; along with a great-grandchild, Jett; brother, Ralph; sister-in-law, Joanne.
Dan was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church, Michigan City, Indiana, and graduated from St. Mel Catholic High School, Chicago, Illinois, where he was inducted into the Catholic League Basketball Hall of Fame.
There are not enough words in the dictionary to describe the type of person Dan was. He was kind, outgoing, and witty. He was the kind of person who would go above and beyond, even for a complete stranger.
He was larger than life. He had an infectious personality, leaving a lasting impression on anyone he met. Dan's family was his whole world.
He was a wonderful and loving husband to his wife Jackie for 61 years. He dedicated his life to his children and grandchildren, supporting them through all of their life events. Our hearts may broken, but our memories of him are a true gift.
Contributions may be made to St. Mary's Catholic Church, 411 W. 11th St., Michigan City, IN, 46360.
To sign a guest book and leave condolences online, visit our website at www. otthaverstock.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Daniel Palombizio
Alice
July 22, 2024
I use to babysit for Dan and Jackie, he was so kind...and Jackie too. At the last second they needed a sitter they came to me. As a teen then you were thrilled they chose you. Dan will be missed..so kind and sweet.
Frank Pawlak
August 15, 2023
Our condolences to the entire Palombizo family for their loss of our old friend.
Frank and Leigh Ann Pawlak
Now in Reynoldsburg, OH
Alice Knoll
August 3, 2023
My love and condolences to Dan and his Family. Dan was always so kind and Jackie you also treated me so sweetly as well as if I was your own. You are missed and Dan will be in my heart and prayers too. I was your children's babysitter on Johnson Rd. So many memories...blessings
Joanne Lidke
July 31, 2023
So many memories of a very long friendship with Dan & Jackie... Will always be in my heart ..
Werner "Rip" Graf II
July 30, 2023
All the best to the Palombizio family. Always enjoyed seeing Mr P at McDonalds in the mornings w his crew. Michigan City will miss him.
Tonya Graden
July 29, 2023
Oh Jackie I'm so sorry. He was larger than life. My condolences to you and the kids! Love you! Tonya (Miller)
Jeff Hanke
July 29, 2023
The entire Hanke family want , give our sympathy to the PALOMBIZIO FAMILY , WE LOVED YOUR DAD , DANIEL SENIOR , HE WILL BE MISSED . WHAT A GREAT PERSON HE WAS , GOD SHINE YOU LIGHT UPON HIS FACE , AND TAKE MR . PALOMBIZIO TO HEAVEN . LOVE GOD BLESS THE HANKE AND GRALIK , GUSHROWSKI , HOFFMASTER , FAMILIES
Judge Michael Bergerson
July 29, 2023
I always loved running into Mr Palumbizio... the Big Guy.
He was a straight shooter; never held back and I counted on him as a loyal friend; whom I will miss.
Daniel Andrew Nieding
July 29, 2023
We loved this guy. He was truly a unique person. Under that tough surface was a heart of gold.
I will miss the time we sat on the patio and solved all the problems of the world. God speed my friend! Dan & Marlene Nieding
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12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Ott/ Haverstock Funeral Chapel, Inc.418 Washington Street, Michigan City, IN 46360
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Ott/ Haverstock Funeral Chapel, Inc.418 Washington Street, Michigan City, IN 46360
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