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Danny Orland Howk Obituary

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Danny Orland Howk

GARDEN CITY, KS

August 18, 1946 - July 7, 2022

Danny Orland Howk Obituary

Danny Orland Howk, 75, died Thursday July 7, 2022 at his home in Lakin, Kansas. He was born August 18, 1946 in Brookfield, Missouri the son of Lieutenant Colonel William Orland and Freda (Neely) Howk.

Danny spent his early childhood in Germany as that is where his father was stationed. Upon return to the United States the family settled in Pueblo, Colorado where he graduated from high school and attended college at Colorado University.

In 1968 Danny moved to Lakin, Kansas where he married Donna McCombs, they later divorced. On February 7, 1995 he married Lydia Klotz. Danny enjoyed playing Men’s Softball and was known for being an outstanding 1st Baseman and Outfielder. His hobbies also included golfing and bowling on the local bowling league. He took great pride in his yard and loved animals, especially his dogs. He retired from Colorado Interstate Gas Company after 35 years of service.

Survivors include his wife Lydia of the home, daughter Kellie Vandervort of Kansas City, Kansas, son Daniel Howk and wife Darcie of Parker, Colorado, grandchildren Josh Neubauer, Jurnee Howk, Jerod Vandervort, and Erica Vandervort, and 5 great-grandchilren.

A Celebration of Life will be held at 4:30 p.m. August 19, 2022 at Garnand Funeral Home in Lakin, Kansas. There will be a meal to follow at Shorty’s Café in Lakin, Kansas. Memorials are suggested to Wildcat Home Health in care of Garnand Funeral Home.


Garnand Funeral Home P.O. Box 91 Lakin, Kansas 67860

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