In Memory of Daniel Landreth

Daniel Paul Landreth

Spouse: Sylvia Candelaria Landreth
Children: Kevin, Nicole, Pauliana, Michael
Birthdate: September 4, 1954
Blessing: July 1, 1982
Ascension: September 2, 2022

Daniel “Danny” Paul Landreth was a loving family man, father of four and grandfather of two. He passed peacefully surrounded by family on September 2, 2022. Born on September 4, 1954, in Joliet, IL to Merle Arthur Landreth and Mary Ellen Yohnka Landreth, Danny was the brother of Beverly, Brenda, Dale, and Donald. Daniel proudly served in the United States Marine Corp from 1972 to 1975, where he was a part of the Marine Corp Band.

Danny’s favorite memories of his childhood were working on his grandpa’s farm in Momence, IL, and playing with his siblings and cousins.

Music also played a big role in Danny’s life. He played piano growing up and learned to love jazz through the clarinet and the alto saxophone in his junior and high school bands, and later in the USMC Band. Danny played alto saxophone in the Go World Brass Band for many years, touring all over the country.

As a member of the Unification Church, Danny was a traveler, making several tours around the country throughout different chapters in his life. He drove Coach buses for a total of over 20 years and thoroughly enjoyed guiding and connecting with his passengers, whether on a short ride to the casino or a cross-country chartered tour. He drove for Go Tours bus company in New York for many years.

Above all, Danny was a family man and always put his family first. Even in his childhood, he cherished his family. As a father, he devoted time to each of his children as they needed throughout their lives. He taught his children how to move through and understand the world with care, directness, and loads of humor.

A small service was held at the Sunset Funeral Home on September 4 with family members. A memorial service will follow on September 7 at the Sunset Funeral Home and Memorial Gardens.

Memorial Service

Date: Wednesday, September 7th at 2:00 PM CDT (Visitation begins at 1:00 PM CDT)
Location: Sunset Funeral & Memorial Gardens (8800 N. Alpine Rd. Machesney Park, IL 61115)

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Cards and condolences may be sent to:

Landreth Family
2859 Bluffside Dr., Rockford, IL 61109