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Daniel Willman Obituary
Born: March 3, 1946
Died: July 24, 2022
Daniel L. Willman, 76, of Sterling, died unexpectedly Sunday, July 24, 2022 at CGH Medical Center.
He was born on March 3, 1946 in Sterling, the son of Fred L. and Lena (Burkett) Willman. He married Kathleen Frasor on February 22, 1992. He was employed at Northwestern Steel and Wire in Sterling for 29 years, and at their closing worked for 11years at SSAB.
Dan loved to golf and working in his garden. He also enjoyed hunting and fishing and helping his son at his business, Franks Repair in Sterling.
Survivors include his wife, Kathy; children, Suzy (Mike) Dodson, Daniel (Heather) Willman Jr, Josh (Dawn) Willman, Cory (Constance) Renner and Carly (Jason) Henkins; his sisters, Denise Church and Dennette (Dan) Kolb; 11 grandchildren, Zack, Zane, Zoe, McKenzie, Zebediah, Daniel III, Cassie, Tyler, Cooper, Elle and James; 2 great-grandchildren, Piper and Annie; and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his daughter, Tracey; his brother, David; his nephew, Patrick; his niece, Tammy; his brother-in-law, Roger Lane; and his father- and mother-in-law, Richard and Jane Frasor.
Private family burial will take place at Oak Knoll Memorial Park in Sterling. There will be no visitation. Arrangements entrusted to McDonald Funeral Homes.
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Memories and Condolences
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Matthew Petty
July 20, 2023
Danny was what our family meant. No gathering was ever complete until he was there. He was Our Family. He was loved by all.
Foster Fike
August 1, 2022
I enjoyed golfing with Danny, he always had a kind word to say. He really enjoyed working with Josh at Frank's Lawnmower Repair, and was so proud of his family. He will be sorely missed by everyone who new him. My condolences to his whole family.
The Davis Family
July 29, 2022
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all! Rest In Peace Dan.
Matthew Petty
July 27, 2022
Danny was one of the True Pillars of our families foundation. From a slick joke to a warm smile. Every family reunion and every family event he was there. Such a true loss. Our tremendous loss. Love you Danny.
Michael Dean Cope
July 26, 2022
Dear Willman Family,
It was both my honor and pleasure to be introduced to Danny in the 80's.
Danny took me under his angel wings and helped me out in my career.
His heartwarming smile,
Firm Handshake and Sincere
Charisma, we're consistent
Every time I saw Danny.
I will miss Danny's smile and handshake forever.
Unfortunately my dad passed when I was only 6 years old.
Danny was the ultimate
Father, Husband, Friend and I am very sad to hear the news of his passing.
Danny inspired me to be a better person and father,
So I am eternally grateful
To have known such an inspiration.
God Bless the Willman Family
And God Bless Danny.
Danny, thanks for all you did for the Cope Family.
Sincerely
With Sympathy
Michael Dean Cope
Barry Mikels
July 26, 2022
I attended Thome School, RF Junior High and RFHS with Danny. He was always one of the guys you wanted to be around. May you Rest In Peace Danny.
Mario Chavira
July 26, 2022
My Condolences to the family of Daniel Willman, Danny was a great guy !
Jim Tower
July 26, 2022
I'm so sorry to hear about your unexpected loss, please except my heart felt condolences.
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