Daniel C. Markert passed away peacefully, Wednesday, November 29, 2023, at Edenbrook Nursing Home in Appleton with family by his side.

Daniel was born, April 11, 1944, to the late Phil and Mildred “Mickey” (Fisher) Markert. He followed in the family business, working at Markert’s Hardware Store in Winneconne. He also enjoyed working as the bar manager at several bowling alleys including, Thunder Bowl, Rocket Lanes and Sabre Lanes. Dan owned and operated B&D Lawn Grooming, which he ran until his retirement. 

On October 10, 1992, he married Paula Twomey.

Dan was a volunteer firefighter for the Winneconne/Poygan Fire Department. Dan loved spending time outdoors, fishing, snowmobiling, pheasant hunting and camping. Bowling was also a favorite. He also enjoyed being a dog owner. Patches, Eddy, Mickey and Josie were his canine companions over the years.

People never had to wonder what Dan was thinking, he ALWAYS told you, be it good, bad or ugly; he had no filter and didn’t mince words. He will be remembered for his deep boisterous laugh and kind heart.

Dan is survived by his wife, Paula; children, Ken (Pam) Markert, Darren (Kim) Markert, Michelle Laeyendecker (special friend, John), and Eric Markert; his grandchildren, Sam (Jason) Markert, Kendall Markert, Mitchell Markert, Zakary Markert and Sabrina Markert, Nathan Laeyendecker (fiancée, Dessiree), and Adam Laeyendecker. He is also survived by his siblings, Bob Markert, Carol (Mary Jo) Markert, Phil (Candy) Markert; and further survived by Paula’s family, Steve (Debbie) Twomey, Kaye Twomey, David Twomey, Connie Daul; nieces and nephews, Kayla, Jason (Gina), Holly (Billy), Mike, Betsy, Lexis (Austin), Luke, Adam (Natosha), Kurt (special friend, Courtney); and other relatives and friends.

Along with his parents, Dan was also preceded in death by a sister, Sharon Markert Fuerst.

A visitation for family and friends will be on Saturday, December 9, 2023, from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. at Mueller Funeral Home 904 E. Main St. Winneconne. A prayer service will be held on Saturday at 1:00 p.m. at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the Larsen/Winchester Lions Club in Dan’s name.

Dan’s family would like to thank Paula for her continued and constant care and companionship for Dan, although not always an easy task, Paula was there for him until the end. They would also like to thank the staffs of Fresenius Kidney Care and ThedaCare at Home. “Honey Bear” would like to thank his special caregivers at Edenbrook, Sara (Red), Lacey, Reece and Jaime; and Abbey Vans who provided transportation.

If you wish please submit online condolences/memories to muellerfh.net.