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

Daniel F Elmer

April 12, 1955 - February 12, 2023

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