Dan Hasty

Dan Hasty obituary, Cherokee, IA

Dan Hasty

Dan Hasty Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Greenwood-Schubert Funeral Home - Cherokee on Oct. 1, 2025.

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Dan Hasty, age 70, passed away suddenly on August 23, 2024, at his home in Cedar Rapids, IA.
Born in Fort Dodge, IA, to Frank and Dolores Hasty of Gowrie, Iowa on March 9th, 1954. Dan was the eldest of two children. He grew up in Gowrie and graduated from Prairie of Gowrie High School in 1972. He went on to attend Waldorf College for two years where he also played football. He then attended the University of Iowa where he earned a degree in Physical Therapy in 1977. After graduation, Dan dedicated 40 years to his career at Sports Rehab & Professional Therapy Associates.
Dan married the love of his life, Leslie Hasty, in 2000, and they shared 24 wonderful years together. He was a devoted father to Jason, Tom and Jerry Crocker, and a proud grandfather. Dan was proceeded in death by his parents Frank and Dolores. Surviving family members include brother Rob (Kate) Hasty of Las Vegas, NV, two nephews, Aunt Cheryl Kearney of Coalville, Iowa and many cousins.
Dan had a passion for Iowa Hawkeye Sports, enjoyed outdoor activities, and was an avid reader. He was known for his kindness, humor, and unwavering dedication to his family and community.
Celebration of Life Services will be held at Greenwood Schubert Funeral Home in Cherokee Iowa on Friday September 6th from 1:30 PM 5:30 PM.
Celebration of Life
Greenwood-Schubert Funeral Home - Cherokee
Friday, September 6, 2024
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