Dorothy (Dady) Danko

Dorothy (Dady) Danko

Dorothy (Dady) Danko, age 90, died on February 1, 2010. 

 

“Granny,” as she was known to her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, will be remembered for her baking, polka dancing, and letter-writing.

 

Dorothy was born and raised in Minneapolis, Minnesota.  She was the daughter of Anton and Rose (Knoll) Dady.  Her siblings were Frankie, John, Ceil, Rose, Chuck, and Tony.  Dorothy married Michael Danko in 1942.  Early in their marriage, Michael’s job with the U.S. Navy took the couple to California.  They then returned to Minnesota, where their two children, Barbara and Michael, were born.  The family moved to Lenexa, Kansas in 1957.  She was an active member of Holy Trinity and St. Joseph Catholic Churches, the Lenexa Senior Center, and the Daughters of Isabella for many years.  

 
Dorothy lived in two wonderful communities in her later years, Bluejacket high rise in Shawnee and Villa Saint Francis in Olathe.  Dorothy’s family wishes to especially thank the staff and volunteers at Villa St. Francis for their loving care over the past 4 years. 

 
Dorothy is preceded in death by husband Michael and siblings John, Ceil, Frankie, and Chuck.  She is survived by siblings Rose Deschene and Tony (Marilyn) Dady; children Barbara (Bob) Slaughter and Michael (Linda) Danko; grandchildren Dana (Roy) Rati, Kara Slaughter, Patrick (Crystal) Danko, Steven Danko, and Kristin Danko; great-grandchildren Eric and Zach Rati and Channing Danko; and many nieces and nephews.

 

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Villa St. Francis or Catholic Community Hospice.
 

 

Visitation and Funeral Mass

 

Visitation and funeral will be held at St. Joseph Catholic Church.  Visitation at 9:15 AM on Thursday, February 4, 2010.  Funeral Mass to follow at 10:00 AM.  Interment at Leavenworth Cemetery at 1:30 PM. 

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  1. Mary Jo Deschene on February 3rd, 2010 9:51 am

    Barb, Bob, Mick, Linda, Dana, Kara, Patrick, Kristin, Steven and everyone else,

    I am sorry for your loss. I am praying for you. Thanks for the wonderful email about last Saturday. I know the call meant a lot to my mom. With each death, her phone rings less and less. She will miss writing Dorth and letting her know what is happening, she will miss talking to her, and she will miss their bond that they had.

    I will miss the “I love you Mary” at the end of each phone call. I am glad I got to see her that weekend I came down. I am sorry I couldn’t do that more often. But sharing Mass and Lunch with her was great. SHe and you always were kind and thoughtful to me and showed me a great time when I visited.

    I am really sorry I can not be there for you. I tried really hard to figure out a way.

    Love, thoughts and prayers,
    Mary Jo and Rose

  2. Gary and SallyJo Dady on February 3rd, 2010 5:13 pm

    Dear Barb and Mick

    SallyJo and I are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of your mom. I have many happy memories of both Aunt Dorothy and Uncle Mike. The memories of times spent at your house in south Minneapolis, times spent on family picnics and get-togethers, and times spent at the pool on the old Naval Air Station are all very special to me.

    We are looking forward to getting together with family here in Minnesota when Kara returns.

    Hopefully we can all get together soon.

    Love and prayers

    Gary and SallyJo

  3. Emily (Vrabac) Mulligan on February 4th, 2010 9:24 am

    To the Slaughter family,

    My deepest sympathy for the loss of Granny. She was such a wonderful, fun lady, and I have many fond memories of time spent with her at your house.

    I hope you will find comfort in memories and in the support of others.

    Emily (Vrabac) Mulligan

  4. John, Bernice, & Paul Danko on February 6th, 2010 7:07 pm

    Dear Barbara, Mick, and families,
    We are saddened by the death of Dorothy.
    She was always so kind,generous and fun to be with.
    Her family was her pride pride and joy.
    She was so appreciative of their love and attention.
    We will miss her greatly.
    Love,
    John, Bernice, & Paul Danko

  5. Dee Clifford on February 11th, 2010 11:53 am

    Barbara and Bob,
    Clara wrote me about your mother’s passing, Barbara, and Ron and I send our deepest sympathy. I’m sure you have countless wonderful memories of your mom! My mother is turning 90 this year and we count every day as a blessing that she is still with us. Every day gets a little more fragile as I’m sure you know.

    We send our love and prayers to you,
    Dee and ron

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