In Remembrance Of
Howard Lee Daniel, Jr.
Howard Lee Daniel, 67, of Edgerton, MO passed away, Sunday, December 24, 2017 at his home.
He was born on February 7, 1950 to Howard and Kathleen Daniel in Smithville, MO. Lee grew up in Edgerton and graduated in 1968 from North Platte High School in Dearborn. During his senior year he began working for K.C.A.T.A. (The Kansas City metro) where he retired after 43 years of service in 2011.
On May 1, 1971 he was united in marriage to Marie Lewitzke of Camden Point, who survives of the home.
Lee was preceded in death by his parents, maternal and paternal grandparents, mother and father-in-law, brother and sister-in-law.
Lee is survived by his wife, Marie, of the home; three children, Michelle Daniel (Sally Stein), Kansas City, MO, Aaron (Becky) Daniel, Edgerton, MO, and Preston (Jamie) Daniel, Lee’s Summit; the light of his life, four grandchildren, Bryson (USMC; Lena) Jaramillo, Rayanne, Emma and Stella; Lee’s first great-grandchild, Caroline Lilith (due in March); sister, Ronnie Jean (Ron) Rollins, Riverside, MO; brother, Gary (Ronda) Daniel, Platte City, MO; several nieces and nephews, other relatives and many good friends.
His legacy are two sons, who are amazing fathers, and a daughter who shares his love of hound dogs and classic county music, particularly, Hank Williams, Sr.
Private family services will be held.
Arrangements, Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Smithville.
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Connie Shultz Riggs
Marie, my heartfelt sympathy to you and your family. Wishing you all peace and comfort in your time of loss.
Ron and Gloria Resler
So sorry, love and prayers to all the family
Christopher Blair
My condolence on you lose. Lee touched a lot of peoples lives through the years and he will be missed by us all.
Helen Richards
I was saddened to hear the passing of your father from Jill. Wishing you comfort and strength as you travel through this difficult time. His obituary was very inspiring. Hugs to you and to Sally too, for her recent loss.
Chris Walters
Preston. This poem was sent to me when my dad passed on and gave me great comfort. Hope it does the same for you and your family.
I see the countless Christmas trees
Around the world below,
With tiny lights, like heaven’s stars,
Reflecting on the snow.
The sight is so spectacular,
Please wipe away that tear.
For I’m spending Christmas
With Jesus Christ this year.
I hear the many Christmas songs,
That people hold so dear,
But the sounds of music can’t compare,
With the Christmas choir up here.
For I have no words to tell you,
The joy their voices bring.
For it is beyond description,
To hear an angel sing.
I can’t tell you of the splendor,
Or the peace here in this place.
Can you just imagine Christmas,
With our Savior, face to face?
I’ll ask Him to light your spirit,
As I tell Him of your love;
So then pray for one another,
As you lift your eyes above.
Please let your heart be joyful,
And let your spirit sing.
For I’m spending Christmas in Heaven,
And I’m walking with the King!
I know how much you miss me;
I see the pain inside your heart.
But I’m not so far away,
We really aren’t apart.
So be happy for me, dear ones,
You know I hold you dear,
And be glad I’m spending Christmas
With Jesus Christ this year.
I send you each a special gift
From my heavenly home above.
I send you each a memory
Of my undying love.
After all “love” is the gift,
More precious than pure gold.
It was always most important
In the stories Jesus told.
Please love and keep each other
As my Father said to do,
For I can’t count the blessings
Or the love He has for you.
So have a Merry Christmas and
Wipe away that tear.
Remember I’m spending Christmas
With Jesus Christ this year!
Elaine Baughman Stremel
Marie, I am so sorry for your loss.
Bernadette
To my sister Marie, her children Michelle, Aaron and Preston, and your beautiful grand children, Bryson, Rae-Ann, Emma and Stella, I am so sorry for your loss. I shared many wonderful memories in their home in Edgerton, and Lee and Marie were always fun to be with. I understand the pain of losing someone you love very much. Will pray you all find the strength to endure your great loss, and that one day, you will again smile and remember special memories shared. Love you all.
Richard Street
Friends pass great memories don’t.
Mary Batson
I never met Lee but I know Ronnie – and I know how much she loved and looked up to Lee. So sorry for his loss – may Grace and Love carry the family gently through this time.
Phillip Bowden
Sorry for your loss. Prayers for comfort in this difficult time.
Mary Jane Walls
I’m so very sorry Michelle. He must have been a great dad, because you are an amazing person. You are in my thoughts.
Mary Jane walls
Ronni Jones
Marie, I am so sorry to hear about Lee’s death. Lee was a very nice man, and he will really be missed. Please let me know if I can do anything to help you or the kids. I will be praying for all of you. May God comfort you and give you strength during this difficult time. Love you much!
Anita pulsifer
Dear Aunt Marie and all my cousins and spouses. You have all been through the most heartbreaking loss humanly possible and im sorry just isint good enough. I pray for you all that instead of seeing and remembering the bitter you focus on uncle Lee and see the better.
I’m not trying to preach. Only hope you dont suffer all the pain our family suffered when we lost daddy.
Aunt Marie you are strong inside and I have been praying for you every day! One day at a time and never forget the entire Gonzalez clan is here to support you like you were there for us. I’m just a phone call away. We love you all!
We truly understand your pain and suffering and I close in reminding you all Of this verse that saved my soul and spirit and heart. I hope it brings comfort to you all.
Psalms 34:18
The Lord is near to the broken hearted and saves the crushed in spirit.
Love you all
Anita & Ken Pulsifer
Cali Cousin and Niece ❤