Daniel Maynard Bigalk

Daniel Maynard Bigalk

Daniel Bigalk Obituary

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Daniel M. Bigalk, age 49, passed away at Advent Health Hospital of Littleton Colorado on April 14th 2025.

Daniel was born on December 26th, 1975 in Cresco, Iowa. Daniel graduated from Arapahoe High School, Denver Colorado. He founded the Glacier Rescue Mission and was the owner of DM Bigalk Construction in Denver. He was a naturally gifted fisherman and skier.

Daniel is survived by his sons, Colton and Frankie, both of Denver, CO; brothers Greg (Brenda) of Colorado Springs, CO; Brad (Roberta) of Johnstown, CO; Matt of Longmont, CO. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lester and Annette; and sister, Camille.

Daniel loved his sons tremendously and he will be greatly missed by his family and friends.

A service will be held at 11:00 am, May 30th at Life Center Littleton. Relatives and friends are invited to join the family at the service. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that all donations be made to Life Center Littleton.

Horan & McConaty Funeral Service & Cremation - South Denver

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