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Daniel George Ervin Sr., a lifelong resident of Kenosha, passed away on June 4th, 2024, in the care of Hospice Alliance, surrounded by family. He was born in Kenosha on May 21st, 1946, to the late Lester Ervin and Doris (Livingston). He attended local schools and served in the United States Navy from 1963 to 1967, when he was honorably discharged. He worked as an operator for the Chicago Northwestern Railroad for many years until his retirement. On August 5th, 1967, he married Barbara Becker and later raised a beautiful family together.
At 6’ 8” (5 foot 20 in his words), to his friends and family he was known as “Big Dan”. He took joy in making everyone laugh and had the most contagious and unique laugh in the room. In his younger years he was an active member of the Danish Brotherhood. He enjoyed many hobbies throughout his life: fishing, hunting, photography, woodworking, handyman, rod & reel repair, volunteering with his churches, and reading about the Civil War, his favorite musicians and cooking. He was very proud of his work with the Kenosha Band Boosters and for years transported equipment for Band-O-Rama. His children have fond memories of the hours he spent playing his guitars and telling stories from his years on the railroad.
He is survived by his children: Daniel Ervin Jr. (Nicole), Laura Ervin (Geno Llanas), and Heidi Ervin, and grandchild: Noah Ervin. He is preceded in death by his parents, wife Barbara (Becker) Ervin, and siblings: Lucille Ervin and Deborah Appleby. He is further survived by several brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews, and by his beloved cat Teddy who was very important to him.
The family would like to thank Hospice Alliance, the entire team at Froedtert Pleasant Prairie and Aurora Kenosha, his good friend Gary Lewis, and his special friend Franny Stancar.
Services for Daniel with full military honors will be held at Kemper Center Founder’s Hall (6501 3rd Ave) on Monday, June 24th, 2024, at 11 A.M. A visitation with the family will take place at founder’s hall from 10 A.M. until the time of the service. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the family would be appreciated.
Casey Family Options Funerals & Cremations
Stephen P. Casey, Funeral Director, and Owner
(262)653-0667
www.CaseyFamilyOptions.com
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(262) 653-0667
3016 75th Street, Kenosha, WI 53142
Janet Pickos says:
Sorry to hear of the passing of your dad. May all your memories help you through this difficult time. Sending warm thoughts and gentle hugs 🤗.
Janet Pickos
Carol Gonzales says:
I’m so sorry Laura, for your dad’s passing. I lost mine a year and a half ago, and it still doesn’t seem real to me either. I’m sending you hugs and prayers for your entire family.
rod severson says:
Rmembering,all the “home groups” we shared,all the Handyman projects you did for us,our all our trip to Door County for fish boil,all our Domino games,you as the “doorman”(bouncer) when we served at the Shalom center kitchen,all our Breakfasts at Andys. They are blessed memories.
God is good all the time
rod severson
Jon Lyons says:
As Chaplain for the American Legion Post 21 and the Sons of The American Legion Squadron 21 in Kenosha Wisconsin, I’d like to say thank you for your service and God bless you, your family, and your friends. You’re all in my prayers. Just remember he was a gift from God and knowing him was even a bigger gift. 🙏🏻🫡