Daniel F Elmer

Daniel F Elmer

April 12, 1955 - February 12, 2023

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OREGON - Daniel F. Elmer, age 67, of Oregon, passed away on Sunday, Feb. 12, 2023, at St. Mary's Hospital. He was born on April 12, 1955, in Monroe, Wis., the son of Clifford and Ruth (Krueger) Elmer.


Dan was a graduate of Oregon High School. After high school, he began farming with his father, a life he truly loved. Then, in the early 1990s, Dan began driving bus for the Oregon School District.  He was an active member of the Masonic Lodge No. 151 and he was a Zor Shriner. Dan was united in marriage to Barbara Leffingwell on Oct. 20, 1979.


In his free time, Dan enjoyed bowling, camping, fishing, and spending time around campfires. Especially during COVID, Dan hosted many outdoor campfires with friends and neighbors, as he loved spending time with family and good friends.  Dan also loved spending time with his grandson, Jayson.


Dan is survived by his wife, Barbara; daughter, Melissa (Jeff) Shockley; grandson, Jayson Shockley; son, Thomas Elmer; sisters, Kathy Desotell and Susan Blake; as well as nieces, nephews and many friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; and brothers-in-law, Larry Desotell and Bret Blake.


A memorial service will be held at GUNDERSON OREGON FUNERAL AND CREMATION CARE, 1150 Park St., Oregon, at 12 noon on Sunday, Feb. 19, 2023. Visitation will be held at the funeral home following the service from 1 p.m. until 4 p.m. on Sunday.


Memorials may be made to the Shriners Children Hospital. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com


Gunderson Oregon
Funeral & Cremation Care
1150 Park St.
(608) 835-3515


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Amber
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Barb and Family-My sincere sympathy to you all. Dan was such a great guy. I will miss his help with the FFA Alumni and seeing him out and about. Amber
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Mya Knapton
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I used to be an Oregon student who proudly rode on bus 8 that was driven by the legendary Dan. I first met Dan on my first day of 5th grade and rode with him up until my senior year of high school. I’ll remember so many amazing/ funny stories he told me (mainly about bowling, Willie the duck and his family) while I sat behind the drivers seat and the kindness he would give to anyone/ everyone especially me, there is too many great memories and conversations I’ve had with him that would be simply too long to type so I’ll keep it short by saying, thank you so much Dan for everything you’ve given me and just simply being a friend to talk too, you will be deeply missed by me and many others. I love you Dan, Love Mya K.
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Sandy Georgeson
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Barb and Family-Our sincere sympathy to you all. Dan was such a great guy. We enjoyed so many laughs and talks with him. He will be missed by many. Jerry and Sandy Georgeson
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Mark Rowe
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Lucky me, I graduated with Dan. He always had a smile and a laugh for everyone. When my dad was 85 years old and we were driving back from the Oregon Sportsmen’s Club (OSC). We saw a large male pheasant fly across the road during the season. It landed in a fence row on Dan’s property. So, we stopped and talked to Dan about the hay and corn crops. We asked if we could attempt to get that rooster. Dan laughed and said yes. So, we went down the fence row. We both said that probably ran when it landed. Just then, that rooster jetted out of the brush. My dad hit it . It was huge 23.5” tail feather and the colors flash off the head and body feathers. So, after shooting it, we stopped to give it Dan. He would have none of that. He told us to eat it and lift a beer to him. How could you argue? Both Dan and my father were happy. I was just back in Oregon last week. On the way to the OSC on Thursday night. We both thanked Dan for being so generous as we passed his farm. My dad is now 91 years old. Ironically, that rooster is the last one that he shot and enjoyed as a meal. God Bless you Dan for this and many other memories that I should not share. Why? Dan was often near the center of pranks at school but no teacher could prove it. Even Ms. B., (Mini Brute) the Home Economics teacher was unable to catch him. Although, she did try. Mark “Charlie” Rowe
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William Cunningham
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I was extremely sad to here of Dan's passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to Barb and family. Bill Cunningham
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James Snow
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To the Elmer family. My Deepest sympathies. Dan was a great friend. We had so many great times and great laughs especially when we were bowling. We bowled a lot of tournaments together. He was a wonderful man. He did so many things for so many people. Elmo will truly be missed. For those who were fortunate enough to know him he can't be replaced. Thanks for the great times. Sincerely, Jim Snow.

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