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Danny Ray Softley

Birth	:	6 Aug 1953 Geneva, Fillmore County, Nebraska, USA
Death	:	29 Nov 2017 York, York County, Nebraska, USA
Burial	:	Grafton Cemetery, Grafton, Fillmore County, USA
Coordinate	:	40.6157990, -97.7106018
Description	:	Danny Ray Softley was born to Ralph Softley and Doris (Bobbitt) Softley on August 6, 1953, at Geneva General Hospital, and passed away on November 29, 2017, in York, at the age of 64. He was one of five children born in the family. Danny attended K-8 grade school in Grafton and he graduated from Fairmont High School in 1971. After high school he received a degree from Southeast Community College in Milford. He farmed with his dad and brothers for many years. In his leisure time, Dan enjoyed hunting and fishing. He took... Read More	Danny Ray Softley was born to Ralph Softley and Doris (Bobbitt) Softley on August 6, 1953, at Geneva General Hospital, and passed away on November 29, 2017, in York, at the age of 64. He was one of five children born in the family. Danny attended K-8 grade school in Grafton and he graduated from Fairmont High School in 1971. After high school he received a degree from Southeast Community College in Milford. He farmed with his dad and brothers for many years. In his leisure time, Dan enjoyed hunting and fishing. He took many fishing trips to Canada with friends. In the fall, he could be found with his Brittany dogs, hunting quail and pheasant. On the first day of pheasant season, Danny would host an early morning breakfast for his hunting crew. Danny enjoyed playing sports in high school. One of his favorite past times was playing ping-pong with his family and friends. He enjoyed watching Nebraska football and kept up with the Kansas City Royals, attending several of the football and baseball games with his wife and friends. Danny was a caring husband, brother, uncle and friend. He enjoyed teasing and playing with his many nieces and nephews. Danny was married to Arlene Griess of Grafton, on February 2, 1980. They celebrated their 37th anniversary this year. Danny was a member of the Fairmont Community Church. He was also a member of the Grafton Fire Department and Geneva Gun Club. Danny is preceded in death by his parents, Ralph and Doris; brother, Gary; father-in-law, Ewald Griess; and nephew, Jackson Softley. He is survived by his wife, Arlene; brothers, Jack (Vicki) Softley and Bill (Joan) Softley; sister, Linda (Don) Bristol; mother-in-law, Louisa Griess; sister-in-law, Susan Griess; brother-in-law, Wayne (Joy) Griess; many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. A funeral service for Danny was held on December 4, at the Fairmont Community Church in Fairmont. Pastor Pat Norris officiated the service. Nancy Jo Galusha accompanied the congregation in the singing of "Here I am Lord" and "How Great Thou Art." She also played "I Can Only Imagine" as an instrumental processional song. The recorded selection "Amazing Grace" was played as the recessional song. Pallbearers for the service included Mitchell Softley, Shane Bristol, Sean McGill, Dave Ekwall, Frank Adams and Marv Hulse. Honorary bearers included Jamie Demuth, Cassie Softley, Shaundee Softley, Logan Softley, Brady Bristol, Angie Schurmann, Tiffany McGill and Farren Griess. Interment was held in the Grafton Cemetery following the funeral. The Nebraska Signal December 13, 2017 page 5A col. 1

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Danny Ray Softley's memorial is located at: Grafton Cemetery, Grafton, Fillmore County, USA.
When did Danny Ray Softley death?
Danny Ray Softley death on 29 Nov 2017 in York, York County, Nebraska, USA
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Latitude: 40.6157990
Longitude: -97.7106018

Family Members:

Parent

Ralph Eugene Softley

(1926 - 1994)

Doris Elaine Bobbitt Softley

(1930 - 2006)

Siblings

Gary Alan Softley

(1952 - 1955)

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