Dan Henke Obituary
He passed away under the amazing care of the Madison County Memorial Hospital staff and EveryStep Hospice.
Dan was born in Ewing, NE to Dennis and Margaret Henke. He grew up one of ten children. He enjoyed being outside, working in his garden, spending time with family, watching Westerns and camping with his wife.
Dan is survived by his wife Elecia, son Troy (granddaughter Kalli), son Adrian (grandkids Morgan (great grandson Jameson) and Shaleigh)), siblings Jan Henke, Janet Bintz, Robert Henke, Martha Russell, Bill Henke, Joel Henke and several nieces and nephews.
Dan was preceded in passing by his parents Dennis and Margaret and siblings Fonda Herring, Donna Brockman, and Richard Henke.
Dan was loved by all and will be missed by many. Per his last wishes, there will be no services or funeral.
In lieu of flowers, cards and/or memorial donations can be sent to:
Elecia Henke
815 East Washington
Winterset, IA 50273
Or memorial donations can be made via Venmo to @henkefamily
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Rita McDonald
August 31, 2022
Elecia and family
We are so sorry for your loss.
Any little memory of Dan always brings a smile!
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