Daniel Richard “Dan” Wilken
Daniel Richard ‘Dan’ Wilken, age 74, of Quincy, died on March 30, 2023 in Blessing Hospital. He was born on June 25, 1948 in Waukegan, IL the son of Richard and Betty (Keel) Wilken. He married Paula Dimmitt on April 10, 1971. She survives.
Dan served in the United States Navy for 6 years during the Vietnam War.
Dan was a stationary engineer for the Medical Center for Federal Prisoners in Springfield, MO for 23 years. After retirement, he taught for a couple years at the Ozark Technical Community College. He was of the Lutheran Faith.
He enjoyed bike riding, woodworking and the beach.
In addition to his wife, he is also survived by:
TWO CHILDREN: Benjamin Wilken of Quincy and Mathew Wilken (Michelle) of St. Louis, MO.
TWO GRANDCHILDREN: Paris Wilken and Hector Wilken.
SIBLINGS: Doug Wilken, Deb Bernhart (Alan) and Diana Wilken.
Numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives also survive.
A Memorial visitation will be held on Saturday, April 8th from 2:00 PM until 4:00 PM at the Duker & Haugh Funeral Home. Burial with military rites conducted by the Navy Burial Honor Detail and the Illinois Veterans Home Honor Detail will be held on Monday, April 10, 2023 at 10:30 AM in the Sunset Cemetery of the Illinois Veterans Home. Memorials may be made to Alzheimer’s Association or to Illinois Veterans Home Activities Fund. The Duker & Haugh Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Paula, and Family. We are so sorry to hear of Danny’s passing but as I’m sure you agree he is in a better place! I’m sure it’s been hard! Thinking of you all!
I loved playing with Danny and Doug as kids on Grandpa’s farm. Glad we got to see he, Paula and Ben several years ago in Missouri. I remember when he was stationed briefly in West Milton NY where they designed/built nuclear subs and we got to have a Christmas dinner together one year. Sorry for your loss Paula, Ben and Matt.