Daniel Dayringer Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Daniel H. Dayringer, age 52, of Grove, OK, passed away on Friday, February 17, 2017 at St John’s Hospital in Tulsa, OK after a sudden illness. Dan was born on April 14, 1964, to Richard and Janet (Hymer) Dayringer in Baton Rouge, LA. As a child his family moved to Springfield, IL, where Dan grew up and graduated from high school, earning the prestigious Eagle Scout Award. After graduation, Dan attended Southern Illinois University and also formed a rock band known as the “Post War Fords” and was lead singer. He spent four summers as a Wrangler at Philmont Scout Ranch in Cimarron, NM. Next, his thirst for adventure led him to the U. S. Coast Guard, where he served in Guam, achieving the “Coast Guardsman of The Year” award and several other decorations. He later served as Commander of a 41 foot boat in Islamorada, Florida and Grand Isle, Louisiana Following Dan’s military service, he married Ronda Juviette and from that union came one son, Landan Dallas Dayringer. With a never ending desire for knowledge, Dan returned to academia, this time at Northeastern State University, completing his Masters in English. He was also the founder of NSU’s Rugby program and coached the team for several years. Later, moving to Norman, OK, Dan worked at the Redrock Adult Crisis Center in admissions and in the units. In August of 2016, Dan’s health began to decline and he moved to Grove to be near his parents. Dan’s life encompassed so many different interests that it is difficult to capture them all. He was passionate about all things outdoors, camping, hiking, horseback riding and was a scuba diving instructor. A love for music, literature and debate, and a wonderful chef, it was safe to say that Dan enjoyed all the finer things in life and he lived life to the fullest. Left to carry on Dan’s legacy: one son, Landan Dayringer of Norman, OK; parents, Dr. Richard and Janet Dayringer of Grove, OK; siblings, Stephen Dayringer and wife, Nancy of Bellville, IL, David Dayringer and wife, Sandra of Fayetteville, AR, Deborah Egerer and husband, Ken of Vinita, OK and James Dayringer of Bucharest, Romania and many nieces and nephews. Memorial service will be held at 11am Saturday, February 25, 2017 at the First United Methodist Church, Grove, OK. Donations may be made in Daniel’s memory to his son, Landan Dayringer, C/O Nichols Funeral & Cremation Services, 9611 Hwy 59 N. Grove, OK 74344.

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Daniel Dayringer

April 14, 1964 - February 17, 2017