Daniel Emeline, 52, passed away in Broadus on May 3rd, 2013.
Dan was born on September 23, 1960 in Miles City to Lloyd (Butch) and Beth Fairbanks Butcher. In 1963, Beth married Levi Emeline who adopted Dan and his siblings. In 1978 Dan married Zonda Gunnels. They had two sons, Kenith Lee born in 1978 and Shannon Ray born in 1980. Dan met Tena Olson in 1994. Their daughter Elizabeth Ruby was born in 1996. Dan proudly told people he’d roofed for “over 30 years.” He was especially fond of sharing his “storm chasing” experiences. Dan worked hard and played hard. He loved hiking, fishing, and camping – preferably in the Beartooths , hunting, dueling guitars with Bob, gold panning, and anything & everything related to Montana Moss Agates! He was amazingly talented & could build anything.
Dan is survived by his wife Tena Olson of Broadus, son Shannon & wife Kristyn of Glasgow, daughter Elizabeth of Broadus, and by siblings Linda Coppedge of Kent, WA, David & Velma Bourn of Miles City, Lloyd & Colette Butcher of Miles City, Alice & Wayne Nile of Miles City, Judy & Ed Henderson of Billings, Doug Emeline of Miles City, grandchildren: Alexander, Natelie, Zanoblia, Georgia, Kenneth, Allenah; and numerous nieces and nephews. He is further survived by his buddies – Bob, Lowell, Jeff, Norm, Mark and his other “kids”- Maggie, Jake, Mike, Mark, Misty, Sissy, & Gangster. Dan was blessed to have such special people in his life.
Dan was preceded in death by parents Lloyd H. Butcher & Beth Emeline, a brother Leon Emeline, son Kenith Emeline, and ex-wife Zonda.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, May 11, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Miles City. A potluck picnic will follow at the Pumping Plant in Miles City. Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home of Miles City is in charge of the arrangements
Service Schedule
Memorial Service
1:00 p.m.
Saturday May 11, 2013
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Sreet
Miles City, Montana
Luncheon
Following the Memorial
Saturday May 11, 2013
Miles City Pumping Plant
Pot Luck
MIles City, MT 59301
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Melody Jungels says
I am truly touched by Dan’s death. I just find the whole episode so surreal. I considered him a good friend and I feel so cheated that he is gone. He never seemed to be affected by the stresses of life, he was so laidback and happy. He was always up for a fishing trip or a barbecue. I will miss his great stories,quick wit, and smile. The world will be a little gloomier now without him to liven things up! I hope he’s happy and content where ever he is now and that he’s having fun in the sun with a cold beer in his hand and a fishing line in the water for that “Big one that might get away” God be with his family during this very difficult time. Those of us who are left behind never understand why things like this happen, we just know that our hearts are broken and filled with sadness, we just want time to be reversed and for things to go back to what they were before and to be able to be with that person just one more time.
Pam (Moths) Nisley says
Please know you are all in my prayers. I deeply care !
I remember havings some fine conversations with him, when he would be waiting at the church to pick up Beth, after Good News Club. My heart aches for all of you.
Many care that you have lost someone so dear to all of you, if there is anything I can do, please reach out. In the meanwhile, I pray God’s loving arms surround you and bring you comfort and peace.
Sincerely,
Pam
ANDREA AND VERN says
SO VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS… MAY GOD SEND HIS COMFORT AT THIS DIFFICULY TIME. PRAYERS AND CONDOLENCES FROM US.
Jarod Hartl says
You will be greatly missed, I hope your happy where you are now I just wish I would’ve been able to help you out and say bye one last time…
Wally Jungels says
NOW WHAT ARE YOU DOING? miss you already buddy, had so many great times and learned so much from you, wish I could of came and found you like you did with d’s bow befor this happened wish I could of detected this problem. I know you are in a better place now and im sure your happy were ever you are up there if it aint to much to ask, look down over us and when you see me fishing send some fish my way. thanks for everything Dano you were one of a kind and we will never forget about you. bye, see you when I get there, and remember we aint here to stay were here to play, heaven is our home!
Sally Borla says
SO VERY SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT DAN; I DIDN’T REALLY KNOW HIM VERY LONG BUT
HE SEEMED VERY KIND AND ALWAYS POLITE. MY HEART GOES OUT TO TINA AND
BETH IN THIS MOST DIFFICULT TIME–PLEASE KNOW THAT I AM THINKING OF YOU
AND WAS SO DEEPLY SADDENED TO HEAR THE NEWS. DAN IS AT PEACE WITH GOD
NOW AND ALL OF HIS FAMILY AND YOU ARE IN MY PRAYERS. GOD BLESS, SALLY BORLA
Julie Emmons Korkow says
Tena and Beth,
Wanting you to know how very sorry I am and that you are in my thoughts. I find times like this hard to come up with something articulate to say and really, I am not sure any of that matters….what does matter though is that we in this little community have a great bond of friendship. Please know that all of us care about you and want to help. For now, we will say a prayer and send strength your way. You are in our thoughts and on our mind. God Bless you……
Pat Smith says
Tina and Beth
Thinking of you in your time of sorrow and loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do for you. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. Pat and Darrel
judy pratt says
Sky blue eyes,awsome smile..ill remember you always
Lisa Gaskill says
I am so very sorry for your loss, Tina and Beth. Tnere are no words to say that can bring you comfort at this time. May the strenghth of the Lord sustain you.
Charlie & Shirley Russell says
Our hearts are broken for you Tena and Elizabeth. We are so veryy sorry for your loss. Dan always seemed so calm and witty. May you find comfort in your family love and strength through the love of our Lord and Savior. I know that I can speak for our community when I say that We Are Here For You.
Judy Henderson says
Oh my! Care-free-loving Danny! I love you my brother! ’til we meet again! Give Mom a hug for me!! And Leon! Love you!
Serena & Wayne Wetherelt Jr. says
Tina and Beth
My thoughts and prayers are for you in the loss of Daniel. May it give you some comfort and peace to know that others care and prayers are sent your way to give you strength in the days ahead. May you hold on to precious memories you have of your loved one and those memories will provide you comfort. Take Care and God Bless.
maureen patikas says
Daniel I watched you grow from a boy to good man,and you will be missed,You will always be in my heart till we meet in heaven.You were always a very special person and hard worker and friend.Till we see each,see you
Michelle Simpson says
Dear Alice and family, I hold you in my thoughts and prayers today.
J Johnson says
Dear Family and Friends of Daniel Lee Emeline – Please be comforted by Bible promises at this difficult time. Be assured that it was not a part of the Creator’s purpose that people suffer and die. Everything made by God was “very good” (Genesis 1:31). Death was not a part of God’s purpose but was introduced by Adam’s disobedience (Genesis 2:17). There will come a time when the dead are resurrected (John 5:28, 29) and death will be no more (Revelation 21:4). Faith in Bible promises will ease our pain in the time of this loss. Meanwhile, treasure the many beautiful memories Mr. Emeline left. Meanwhile we have the opportunity to follow Jesus’ instruction to continue to take in Bible knowledge which gives us comfort and hope (John 17:3).
T. Kelly says
Please accept my sincere condolences. May you be comforted by the hope found in God’s Word, the Bible, which promises that one day the earth will be a place free of pain, mourning, sickness and death (Revelation 21:4). These words were written to bring comfort to us and I hope that they bring you a measure of comfort and help you to cope during these most difficult days.