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Daniel Krueger Obituary

Daniel Allen Krueger

August 14, 1964 - April 22, 2024

FAIRFIELD - Daniel Allen Krueger of Fairfield, CA, died peacefully with his family by his side on April 22, 2024, at age 59. He was a loving Husband, Son, Brother, Uncle, Nephew, and Friend.

He was born August 14, 1964, in Bismarck, ND, to Lester and Phyllis Krueger. The family moved to California in 1968. Dan grew up in the Napa Valley and graduated from Vintage High School in 1983. Following in his father's footsteps, he began a career at Syar Industries Inc., where he became an operating engineer and met his wife, Roni.

Dan and Roni married in 2008, and they began their life together in Fairfield, CA. They had recently retired and were looking forward to traveling and visiting family and friends.

An avid golfer, Dan won the 2014 Club Championship at Paradise Valley Golf Club. In addition to golfing, he loved cooking, fishing, working on projects, and being outdoors. Dan was quite the handyman and mechanic and could fix just about anything. With his larger-than-life personality, he was always the life of the party. You could hear his contagious laugh echo throughout the entire house once he got going. At Christmas, you could often find him dressed as Santa visiting the local assisted living facility or at a friend's home, entertaining the children. He enjoyed life and loved bringing joy to others.

Dan was an organ donor. Due to that generous decision, two people will be lucky enough to see the world once again.

He is survived by his loving wife, Roni; brothers: Michael and John; sisters: Deborah Pitts (Keith), Susan Krueger, and Cheryl Krueger (Frank Szela); and by his many adoring nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents, Lester and Phyllis Krueger; brothers: Paul, William, Patrick; and sister, Betsy Whitaker.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the charity of your choice. Dan's spirit will live on in the hearts of all of us.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Napa Valley Register on May 25, 2024.

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Irv Rivera

August 8, 2025

Wishing you were here to hit a bucket of balls, have a cold one and talk about your beloved SF Giants.

Irv Rivera

May 19, 2025

I miss our New Year´s Eve Wii bowling matches. Miss you buddy.

Irv Rivera

February 16, 2025

Playing a round of golf, in Palm Springs, which included a golf cart, cold towels from an ice bucket, and two ice cold beers at the end of the round for $15.00 bucks each. Fun times! Will miss you buddy.

Caryl Ann Corder

June 11, 2024

Oh Debbie & Family, so very sorry for your loss ~ Caryl Ann Corder

Gilberto Jose

June 11, 2024

Condolences to the friends and family. I went to school with both Betsy and Daniel. May they rest in Peace.

Terry Stewart

June 7, 2024

Sorry to hear of Dan's passing. I used to work at Syar Industry.

Salli Tulumello

May 26, 2024

Sincere condolences to my dear friend Roni & family. We were so looking forward to meeting Dan next month in Vegas. RIP Dan. Love to you, Roni.

Robert & Michelle Hayes

May 26, 2024

I knew Dan since we were kids and later on in life worked with him at Syar industry´s !My wife Michelle and I send our sincere condolences to his wife Roni and there family - gone way too soon ! Again we send our sincere condolences!

Catherine M Abney

May 26, 2024

So sorry Roni for your loss, sending you hugs

Shari Taylor (Prazak)

May 26, 2024

My condolences go out to the family, Went to school with Dan and Betsy since 4th grade they will both be missed R I P
Sincerely Shari Taylor

Debby Pannell

May 25, 2024

Worked with Dan and Roni for many years. Always had a blast hanging out with them at events and parties. I will always remember his dancing, kind and generous nature. He was loved by many, including me and my husband, and he will be missed. Sending hugs and prayers to Roni and his family.

Lavonne Martin

May 25, 2024

I worked with Dan & Roni at Syar Industries. I'm so sorry to hear of his passing. Way too young. Thoughts & prayers to Roni & his family.

Ladd Stephenson

May 25, 2024

Condolences to Roni and family.
Definitely left this land to early.

Sherill Richied

May 25, 2024

I remember Danny many years ago. He was a nice guy and a gentle spirit. I'm sorry for your loss.

Irv Rivera

May 25, 2024

Sad to see you go, old buddie. Today I lost my only friend. New Years will never be the same.

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