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Daniel "Poppy" Victor

FUNERAL HOME

Geisen Funeral Home - Crown Point

606 E. 113th Ave.

Crown Point, Indiana

Daniel Victor Obituary

Victor, Daniel "Poppy" Age 68, of Crown Point, IN, formerly of Cleveland, OH, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 30, 2014 with his family by his side. Dan was preceded in death by his wife of 22 years, Nancy; and his father, Henry (formerly of Ohio). He is survived by his stepmother, Betty Victor of Ohio; two sons, Daniel (Laurie) Victor of Merrillville, IN and Robert (Lisa) Victor of Crown Point, IN; four grandchildren, Matt (Nicole) Hankosky, Melanie Hankosky, Amanda Victor and Robbie Victor; his niece, Danielle (Javier) Irizarry and their two sons, Nikolas and Grayson. Dan was an Army Veteran and served in Vietnam. He was retired as an estimator from Brandenburg in Chicago, IL. Friends may visit with the family on Saturday, May 10, 2014 at Geisen Funeral-Cremation & Reception Centre, 606 E. 113th Ave./South St., Crown Point, IN 46307 from 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. Immediately following, there will be a celebration of Dan's life at Pheasant Valley Golf Course, 3838 W. 141st Ave., Crown Point, IN. Please omit flowers, donations may be given to the American Lung Association, 55 W. Wacker Dr., Suite 1150, Chicago, IL 60601. View directions and/or sign guestbook at www.GeisenFuneralHome.com or contact 219-663-2500.

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Published by Post-Tribune on May 8, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for Daniel Victor

19 Entries

Dan Victor

July 25, 2014

Dad... It's been three months and to be honest; it's not getting any easier. I think of you often and remember your "Poppyisms" daily. I would give anything to be able to talk to you again if just to say "goodbye" properly. To give you the hug that you deserve for being the best father anyone could have asked for. I miss your advice, your wit, even just hearing you snore when you would fall asleep on the couch. It doesn't seem fair to have lost you. I love you dad

May 14, 2014

My deepest sympathy to the family.
I will truly miss my old friend.
George N from AZ.

Javier Irizarry

May 10, 2014

Ra I can't begin to thank you for all you've done for my family and I, you were my father, mentor, and best friand. You taught me if your going to do a job do it right the first time and there's no problem that can't be solved with hard work and brains. Most importantly you taght me how to be a father and a man. Thank you I love you and and you will truly be missed.

Mark Burmeister

May 10, 2014

Bob - Dan,
The old man was one of my favorites at work and missed him when he retired. He always made me laugh and tought me a lot. My condolences to you and your families.

Mark and Tina Blaze

May 9, 2014

Dan and Bobby,
Our deepest condolences on the passing of one of the coolest dads we know. Our prayers are with you and y'all's family.

Barb Blaze

May 9, 2014

Dan and Bob...I'm so sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathies to you and your families. You are in my prayers.

Jim & Mary Rowan

May 8, 2014

Our Deepest Sympathy to the Victor family. May all your happy memories help you through this sad time.

Pam

May 7, 2014

My Dear Dan(Dan Dan)& Bob (Orange Juice Face),
I get to call you these nicknames that were from your childhood as I was one of your very first babysitters.
I am sending you (((Hugs))) and my heartfelt sympathy in the loss of your dear, dear Dad.
I have the memory of an elephant from our years together on Belden Avenue in Chicago during the 70's. Ah, so many great memories too !
A very special one was how much your Dad loved you both and how proud he was of his 2 small sons as he was a "brand new father!" You were his joy and I am so glad to have been a part of that through those early years.
I am so sorry for your loss.
I Love You Both so much and know you have grown into 2 men that made their father proud !
An old saying rings true here:
'A chip off the old block'

Dennis McGarel

May 6, 2014

Poppy,
So much to say, so many thoughts, so many questions and feelings left silent. My thoughts always return to a recurring theme, my family and I are better people for having you in our lives. I had the privilege of working with you and having you as a close friend for the past 15 years. I hope to have as profound an effect on my family as you have had on yours, you did a great job as a father and have left a wonderful family. Knowing you as I do, that will be the highest compliment I can pay you and I am sure you are smiling. Love you and honored to be considered an "honorary" Victor.

Best buds

Nikolas & Grayson Irizarry

May 6, 2014

Ra
I love you
I miss you
Don't forget about my hugs and kisses
You best buddies
Nikolas and Grayson

Danielle Irizarry

May 5, 2014

Ra,
I could begin to express how much I loved you and how much you meant to me and the boys! You are the best dad a girl could have ever asked for! You believed in me and stood by me and didn't give up. I'll be forever thankful for all you have shown me and done for me. I wouldn't be the woman and mother I am today without the love and support I had from you and my mom! I had the best parents in the world because I had you two! You were an amazing grandpa to the boys and they loved you with all their hearts! I will miss you and think about you always! When I live my life it will to make you proud! You are my greatest hero! I know you and mom are in heaven watching over us and will be with us always!
I love you always dad
Forever in my heart your munchkin Danielle

Ron Webster

May 4, 2014

Victor family,
My deepest sympathy for your loss. I enjoyed
working with your dad the last 21 years .He
always treated me like one of his sons.I will miss
his sarcastic laugh and wisdom.R I P Dan and
heaven isn't a bad place to be.

Laurie Victor

May 3, 2014

Poppy,
Thank you doesn't seem like a big enough word to show how much appreciation I have for all the things you have done for me and with me.
You were the most generous,kind, and loving person I have ever met.
I will always Love you,
Lolo

Rich Carr

May 3, 2014

Dan, Laurie, and Family -

Deepest sympathy to you and all your father's family and friends during this time of sadness. Will miss him. Poppy was a true gentleman. I hope he says 'hi' to Herbie and Moe for me.

Your son Robert

May 3, 2014

As I sit here and reflect on all that you have given to me over life

My sense of humor
My work ethic
My intelligence and logic
My constant fear for my children's safety
Sense or lack of sense of direction

As I sit here with a tear in my eye but laughter in my heart thinking of past stories. I know you have given me all the strength and knowledge to help the family get through this time.

I love you and will miss you........ poppy, p-man, chief, old man

Wayne Adams

May 2, 2014

Dan& Laurie I may not be there in person but my prayers will be. Very sorry for your lost.

Gail & Rob

May 2, 2014

Dan,& Laurie,Bob & Lisa, my heart goes out to you at this time. Poppy was awesome. May you find peace and comfort in the days ahead. Love you all!

Bob Stevenson

May 2, 2014

We'll miss you Danny, thanks for all the wisdom you shared along the way. Where is the memorial service in relation to Tracy, CA?

Thank you for being my other father. I love you <3

Christine Wilkins

May 2, 2014

Poppy,
You took me under your wing 19 years ago and never let me go. You taught me to believe in myself and helped me to gain self-love. You were a friend, mentor, father figure who you had rhythm :), hero and just an amazing person. My heart aches over this good-bye but it rejoices in knowing you are in eternal peace. I miss you and will love you forever. I'll see you again someday! Brother (Bob), Danny and entire Victor family, My sincerest condolences on your loss. My utmost in gratitude for your having so generously shared Poppy with all of us. He meant so much to so many!

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