Obituary Detail


Daniel F. Hardekopf - 45
1/4/1964 - 12/21/2009

Turner-Eighner Funeral Home - Somonauk - Daniel F. Hardekopf, 45, of Blanchardville, WI formally of Somonauk, passed away Monday, December 21, 2009 at his residence in Blanchardville. He was born January 4, 1964 in Aurora, IL the son of Don and Margaret (Haas) Hardekopf. He was a member of Argyle Rod and Gun Club of Argyle, WI. Dan enjoyed hunting of all types, his Bar and Restaurant, which he co/owned with his special friend Jill Hughes, his friends, and family. He never knew a stranger.

He is survived by his mother of Somonauk; sons, Ryan (Becky) Hardekopf of Giberts,IL, Bradley (Stephani Fannin) Hardekopf of Sandwich, Hunter Hardekopf of Somonauk; daughter Nicole (Justin) Snider of Sandwich; Jill’s children, Krystle, Joe, Dylan and Tyler; five grandchildren, Riley and Callihan Snider, Owen and Nora Hardekopf and Kolter Hardekopf; three sisters, Lisa (Mike) Peura of Yorkville, Lori (Scott) Christopher and Dawn (Kevin) Napolitano both of Somonauk; Grandmother Ronelva Hardekopf of Sandwich; and several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father, his grandparents, Clarence Hardekopf, Harvey and Maggie Haas; special friend Jill Hughes.

Visitation will be held at the American Legion in Blanchardville form 3:00 to 8:00 p.m. Wednesday December 23, 2009 along with his girlfriend Jill Hughes. Funeral services will be held at 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 26, 2009 at Turner-Eighner Funeral Home in Somonauk. Visitation will be at 3:00 p.m. until time of service at the Turner-Eighner Funeral Home in Somonauk. For more information or to sign the online guest book go to www.EighnerFuneralHomes.com.

Turner-Eighner Funeral Home
13160 Rt 34 W.
Somonauk, Il 60552
815-498-2363


Visitation:
Visitation will be held at the American Legion in Blanchardville form 3:00 to 8:00 p.m. Wednesday December 23, 2009 along with his girlfriend Jill Hughes. also 3 to 6 p.m. on Saturday December 26th at the Funeral home in Somonauk

Service:
Funeral services will be held at 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 26, 2009 at Turner-Eighner Funeral Home in Somonauk

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Visitor Comments
Margaret and Family - Sincere condolences on the loss of your beloved son, brother and father. I pray for strength for you all during this terribly tragic time. I know it's small comfort at this time, but Dan's commitment was always for others until the very end - what a sign of his character. May God be with you all and may He sustain you and comfort you in the trying days, weeks and months ahead. You're in our prayers. God Bless you. Kristin Everett, Doug Rhoten, Katharine and Spencer
Kristin Everett
12/21/2009 9:44 PM
 
Our deepest sincere sympathy to everyone. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time.
Chuck / Carolyn Schaper
12/22/2009 6:47 AM
 
Was at Our Sharing Pantry helping unload donations, when I heard the horribly sad news of your son's death. We were all stunned. Please note that you are especially in my prayers. Jesus listens to your grief and will continue to be with you. Much love goes out to your family and the friends of son.
Janelle Burd
12/22/2009 8:17 AM
 
Margaret and Family, Was so hard to hear of this. We wish all of you the best as you get through this tough time. Dan always made me laugh. Many miles apart now but still think of you all often
Rick and Yvonne Hayden
12/22/2009 11:27 AM
 
Margaret and Family, There just are no words, just know you are in our thoughts and prayers. Dan truly was a Hero, keep the memories close.
Jim & Barb Otto
12/22/2009 11:47 AM
 
My thoughts and prayers are with Danny's family. I have known Danny for many year's. My family farm was a neighbor to Steve Stangland's farm in Blanchardville- one of my brothers was a hired man for Steve so all of us "kid's" use to run around together all summer. Dan and I would always laugh and talk about those days. I'm a member of Blanchardville's EMS and was on this tragic call. I lost 3 friends and Cody was my 1st cousin. This affects everyone in this small community- people are very close and know one another. This certainly will have a significant impact for a long time. My heart is with you all. I will miss you my friend.
Tammy (Olson) BURNETT
12/22/2009 12:12 PM
 
You have our deepest and sincere sympathy, and our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family ...
Jeff Carlson
12/22/2009 12:18 PM
 
Dear Margaret and family The internet has made our world so small, and reading the details of the fire was painful. Words cannot express my feelings. I remember Dan as the little boy, but he grew into a remarkable man, and died a true hero. I pray for comfort and peace to your family, and sweet precious memories carry you through the days ahead. God bless each of you, and that He wraps his arms around you in a cloak of comfort and understanding.
Denise (Ford) Ii
12/22/2009 12:21 PM
 
Nicole and family, I understand the pain and hope that you have the strength that you will need, I found that friends were a great great comfort for me. I know it is a real trail to get through this. My prayers are with you....thank you for your kindness in my hours of need also Nicole....The light of love burns brightly.....keep the faith....
Valerie Wainscott
12/22/2009 1:23 PM
 
Dear Margaret and family--Our prayers and sympathies are with you all. May God bless you and give you comfort during this difficult time. Roger and Kristin Duffield Nick, Taylor and Amber
Kristin Duffield
12/22/2009 1:59 PM
 
Mrs. Hardekopf and family-- I am so sorry to hear this news. Upon learning what happened it did not surprise me in the least to hear of Danny's heroic efforts. I worked with Dan for many years at Nicor and he remains to this day one of my favorite people I have worked with in my 27 years there. God bless you all and rest in peace "alpha-san".
Jeff Pritchard
12/22/2009 3:03 PM
 
Margaret & family, You have my deepest condolences on the loss of Danny. Whenever I think of him, I always remember the lone boy running around with all us girls whenever we came to play when we were kids. And I'll never forget the vacation we all took and fitting 12 people into one station wagon where Danny got to sit up front with the "men". My thoughts are with you at this time.
Kim Bagwill
12/22/2009 4:36 PM
 
Margaret & family, My deepest condolences to your family. I worked with Dan at Marcines in Blanchardville. He was always there for you no matter what. He was always a hero in my eyes. I will never ever forget him. Please know that I am thinking of you at this time. God bless. Christie
Christie Goebel
12/22/2009 5:56 PM
 
Marget & Family, sorry to hear about this tragic news. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Aaron, Jennifer, Samantha, and Jessica Erickson
12/22/2009 6:20 PM
 
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Dan always had a smile on his face whenever we saw him and a welcoming hug of "hello" for the girls. We will fondly treasure the memories and many laughs we've shared over the years.
Brandon, Brenda, Alysabeth & Victoria Lantz
12/22/2009 6:57 PM
 
Mrs. Hardekopf, I'm proud to have worked with your son. He is someone special with a big heart. I will cherish the memories we had. Rest in peace my friend.
Rob Heck
12/23/2009 12:07 AM
 
MARGE. RYAN, BRAD, HUNTER AND NICOLE...I DON'T KNOW IF YOU REALIZE HOW MUCH OF AN IMPACT YOUR DAD / SON MADE IN MY LIFE AS WELL AS MY KIDS. IT HAS BEEN SO MANY YEARS SINCE I'VE SEEN HIM OR YOU KIDS FOR THAT MATTER HOWEVER, HE WAS NEVER WAS FORGOTTEN BY ME. THERE WERE SO MANY TIMES WE WERE ALL TOGETHER FOR SCHOOL, PROM WALKS, SPORTS...THAT SILLY RACCOON THAT ATTACKED MY ANKLES DURING A STORM THE ELETRIC WENT OUT AND I STEPPED ON THE DANG ANIMAL. YOUR DAD ALSO. HOOKED ME UP WITH SOMEONE THAT BECAME VERY SPECIAL IN MY LIFE, TAUGHT ME HOW TO BAIT A HOOK WITH AN ICKY WORM, SWING FROM A ROPE IN THE "TIMBERS" , ACTUALLY GOT ME TO EAT BEEF JERKY AND YES, I STILL HATE DEER MEAT. AND ALL SITTING AT THE APPLE INN BAR SINGING THE MOST STUPID SONGS..!!! I KNOW THIS ALL REALLY SHOULD BE ABOUT PRAYERS ETC.....BUT TO ME, THIS ABOUT THE BEST TIMES OF MY LIFE WITH SOMEONE SO COOL, AND HOPEFULLY SOME REALLY FUNNY GOOD TIMES IN HIS
SALLY
12/23/2009 3:16 AM
 
Dan, what can anyone say, a VERY SPECIAL MAN. Our great friend, too many wonderful things about you. "Who loves ya', Mum?". "What's up, Punkin?" We will never forget you. God blessed us with you. "Who loves you, Man?" We do!
Judi and Bob
12/23/2009 10:35 AM
 
Margaret you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. So sorry to hear about Dan. Keep the faith. God is with you at all times.
Nina Pevonka
12/24/2009 11:29 AM
 
Margaret & Family,I have a lifetime of memories with Dan, from running as kids together, through our teens to the present. Hunting, fishing, sledding, swimming, and just doing what we did. Our infamous trip to California to farming adventures, there are so many great memories, too many to list here as they would fill a book! Dan might not have always shown up when he said he would, but he was ALWAYS there when I needed him! We remember what a good time we had when Don & Dan cooked the pig for our wedding. Even though we hadn't seen Dan for a while, we thought of him often and always asked about him. We know he was happy in Wisconsin, just being Dan. Wherever Dan went, he always had friends, he was so likeable. We will always have his frienship and whenever we think of our times together, I can't help but smile and laugh, and Dan would have liked that. Our prayers are with everyone who is feeling the pain of losing Dan. We know he is hunting now, finally catching that 30-point buck! We'll meet again, so have the gun oiled and the fishing pole ready. We love you, Dan!
Jim & Eileen
12/24/2009 3:40 PM
 
Margaret, We're so sorry for your loss. We have you in our prayers.
Tony & Ellen
12/25/2009 11:41 AM
 
My heart and thoughts go out to the Hardekopf family. He will truly be missed. God our Father, Your power brings us to birth, Your providence guides our lives, and by Your command we return to dust. Lord, those who die still live in Your presence, their lives change but do not end. I pray in hope for my family, relatives and friends, and for all the dead known to You alone. In company with Christ, Who died and now lives, may they rejoice in Your kingdom, where all our tears are wiped away. Unite us together again in one family, to sing Your praise forever and ever. Amen.
Jason Peura
12/26/2009 2:09 AM
 
I am sorry for your loss and you are in my thoughts and prayers. Susan Workman
Margaret, Nicole, Hunter, Ryan and Brad and family,
12/26/2009 10:58 AM
 
Margaret, we are sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family. Denise & Charlie Lueth
Denise Curts-Lueth
12/26/2009 12:53 PM
 
I am so sorry for you families loss, dan was a wonderful friend, always had a smile on his face and a place in his heart for everyone, he will be very much missed and we will cherish our memories of him forever.
Skip & Kathy Hoffman
12/26/2009 7:02 PM
 
Margret and Family, Our hearts go out to all of you .Danny will be truly missed and never forgotten. Love prayers and Our condolences Mary Gerard Brenda & Joe Walz
Brenda Walz
12/27/2009 5:40 PM
 
Rest in peace Dan, the short time we new each other you treated me like a father! Thank you so much! Hang in there family! Sincerely, Danny will be missed! Sincerely Bryce Jacobs and family!
Bryce Jacobs
12/27/2009 6:03 PM
 
Happy 46th birthday, Boone. I love and miss you so so much.
Margaret Hardekopf
1/4/2010 8:04 AM
 

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