Paul Michael Dankanyin

Paul Michael Dankanyin obituary

Paul Michael Dankanyin

Paul Dankanyin Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Elliott Mortuary & Crematory - Hutchinson on Nov. 10, 2025.

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Paul Michael Todd Dankanyin, 60, passed away on October 31, 2025, in Gatineau, Quebec, Canada. He was born December 25, 1964, in Hutchinson, to John Dankanyin and Kathleen (Cavanaugh) Dankanyin.

Paul graduated in 1983 from Buford High School, Buford GA and attended K-State University. Paul was an amazing artist with a natural talent for drawing comic book characters and portraits. He had a massive comic book collection, enjoyed Numerology and Tarot Card Readings. He worked as a line cook and chef. In May 1998, Paul married Nathalie Mineault in Las Vegas and then to moved Quebec, Canada.

Paul is survived by: wife, Nathalie Mineault; mother, Kathleen Dankanyin; sister, Danna Dankanyin (Steve Dick); former brother-in-law, Mike Buzzard; niece, Brandi (Ricky); nephew, Jackson (Angie); great-niece Ellie; great-nephew Zander; mother-in-law, Nicole; sister-in-law, Chantal (Gilles); several cousins; relatives and friends.

Paul was predeceased by: his father and nephew, Michael Buzzard.

Cremation has taken place and no services are planned.

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