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Daniel Fenski Obituary
Riverton, IL—Daniel A. Fenski, 64, of Riverton, died on Friday, December 13, 2019, at St. John's Hospital.
Daniel was born September 9, 1955, in Bartonville, IL, the son of Joseph and Vera Bear Fenski.
He graduated from Williamsville High School and was employed as a letter carrier for the United States Post Office until his retirement in 2010 after 35 years of service. Daniel enjoyed bowling, softball, racing cars, watching motorsports, and playing games on his phone. He was an avid Chicago Bears and Cubs fan.
Daniel was preceded in death by his parents; son, Nick Fenski; grandson, Bryce Coates; and brother, James Fenski.
He is survived by his son, Kyle (wife, Krista) Fenski of Mahomet; daughter, Krista (husband, Andrew) Coates of Riverton; grandchildren, Nicholas Fenski, Jr., Alayna Coates, Kylie Fenski, and Kassidy Fenski; sister, Deb (husband, Jim) Stevens of Sherman; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Visitation and Funeral Ceremony: Family will receive friends from 10:00 a.m. until 10:45 a.m. on Thursday, December 19, 2019, at Butler Funeral Home –Springfield, 900 S. 6th St., Springfield. Funeral Ceremony will begin at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Charlie Carver officiating.
Burial will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park.
Please visit butlerfuneralhomes.com to offer your condolences.
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December 17, 2019
To the Fenski and Stevens family, I am so sorry for your loss. Love sent your way. Lee Anne Ross
Debbie Acree
December 17, 2019
Debbie and family, I am so sorry for your loss. May your memories give you comfort.
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Butler Funeral Home & Cremation Tribute Center - Springfield900 S. Sixth St., Springfield, IL 62703
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