Daniel C. Kackley, Jr.

Daniel C. Kackley, Jr., of Wentzville, Missouri, passed away on Wednesday, October 10, 2018, at the age of 66. Loving husband of Linda Kackley; beloved son of the late Dorothy Lee and Daniel Clifford Kackley, Sr.; devoted father of Joy (Mark) Willis, Cheryl (Jim) Staley, Bryan (Lindsay) Kackley, David Kackley, and Jeffrey (Vanessa) Kackley; proud grandfather of Anna, Emily, Laura, Caleb, John-Mark, Judah, and Olivia Willis, Hannah, Sierra, Alayna, Meleah, Kylah, Selah Staley, Phillip and Abby Kackley, and Parker Kackley; treasured brother of the late Mark Kackley; dear son-in-law of the late Harry & Dorothy  Knapp; and cherished brother-in-law of Carol A. (the late Steve) Weinhold, Nancy (Ronald) Ratzlaff, Jay  (Kimberly) Knapp, and Barbara (David) Milster. He is also survived by his nieces, nephews, other relatives, and many dear friends.

Daniel met the love of his life, Linda, when they were teenagers. They were happily married for 45 wonderful years. Daniel was a jokester and was especially known for the “corny” ones. He loved the Lord and going to Mexico on mission trips where he enjoyed giving children there his favorite treat, candy. He had many interests throughout his life ranging from music to baking, crafting, and most especially inventing. Daniel also enjoyed being in the outdoors. He earned his Eagle Scout title when he was younger and took the skills he learned there and continued to share that knowledge throughout his life. Most of all, Daniel’s favorite thing was being with his grandchildren and making games and toys for them. He was deeply loved and will be missed by all who knew him.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to Strong Tower Ranch.