Danny M. Spears, 78, of Fox Lake and formerly of Beaver Dam passed away on Monday, September 5, 2022 at his home. Danny was born the son of Richard and Mary Lou (Bauer) Spears on October 22, 1943 in Madison. He was married to Stella “Liz” Rynes on July 7, 1962. She preceded him inContinue Reading
Danny M. Spears, 78, of Fox Lake and formerly of Beaver Dam passed away on Monday, September 5, 2022 at his home.
Danny was born the son of Richard and Mary Lou (Bauer) Spears on October 22, 1943 in Madison. He was married to Stella “Liz” Rynes on July 7, 1962. She preceded him in death on January 11, 1994. He was later married to Barbara Phillips on December 24, 2008 in Fox Lake. Danny began his working career in auto sales. Afterwards, he purchased the Little Brown Jug in Beaver Dam which he ran with his wife Liz for 19 years. Later, he enjoyed his job at S & R Taxi Service in Beaver Dam.
Music was Danny’s life passion. At the age of 18, he started the Glass Key and later the U.S. Silver Dollar Band where he was well-known and loved around the area. After selling the business he found joy in riding his Harley. He and Barbara enjoyed becoming snowbirds and traveling in their motorhome.
Danny is survived by his wife Barbara of Fox Lake; his daughters: Michelle (Gary) Kenning of Beaver Dam, Renee Dexter of Topeka, Kansas, and Danelle (Randy) Spears-Hardell of Beaver Dam/Montello; step-daughters: Kathryn (Mike) Mutchler-Montgomery of Wausau and Lynn Marie Faye (Todd Wolf) of Mission Viejo, California; grandchildren: Jacob Kenning, Jared Kenning, Jordan Kenning, Anna (Drew) Will, Lauren Dexter, Mason Spencer, Trevor Sunderland, Amorette Muzingo, Aaron Faye, Julia Faye, and Andrew Mutchler. He is further survived by brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents and his first wife Stella (Liz).
A visitation will be held at the Koepsell-Murray Funeral Home in Beaver Dam on Tuesday, September 13, 2022 from 2 p.m. until the time of the funeral service at 5 p.m. Inurnment will take place at St. Michael’s Cemetery in Beaver Dam at a later date.
Julie Spears
left a message on September 12, 2022:
To Danny's family, I am saddened to hear of the passing of Danny. I'm happy that I got to see him a couple of times at Buddy's and Doeny's. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.
brett sutton
left a message on September 11, 2022:
Sandy Brandsma
left a message on September 11, 2022:
Was a good guy. Will miss him!
Scott and Kathy Mather
left a message on September 9, 2022:
Heather Gundlach
left a message on September 8, 2022:
R.I.P Danny. U will be missed. We always had a great time coming and watching the band with Diane. Sending prayers to Barb and family
Dennis c. West
left a message on September 8, 2022:
Nutramax Laboratories
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Ann Walter
left a message on September 8, 2022:
My deepest sympathy on the loss of your father. I new your dad from the days of Little Brown Jug. And I worked with your mom in the kitchen at the hospital many years ago. Your mom and dad were both wonderful people. God bless.
McKeown
left a message on September 7, 2022:
Brigitte Fisch
left a message on September 7, 2022:
I am so sorry to hear of Danny's death. I first met the family when both Michelle and I were about 5 years old, and our back yards were adjacent to each other's in Stoughton. We fast became friends. Liz and Danny were both welcoming to me flying in and out of the house, back door banging as we couldn't be contained inside for more than a few minutes. Later, when I moved to Madison and the Spears family moved to Beaver Dam, I visited many times, again Danny was always welcoming to me. I know that he has always been there for his girls, even though I haven't seen him in a long while. I lost my own dad years ago when I was seven, and again my mother several years later when I was in my 30s. My heart is breaking for the entire family. Brigitte
Ed Kangas
left a message on September 7, 2022:
Danny always kept in touch with his friends and he was only a call away. He had the biggest heart. You are missed Mr. Bassman. The U.S. Silver Dollar Band members called Danny the "Booking Bandit" since he always kept our schedule filled and was relentless contacting owners, managers, and proprietors of the establishments we played. Deep Condolences to the Spears family and friends. Rest in Peace and "Rock On" in heaven, Danny.
Leah Gilmore
left a message on September 7, 2022:
Danny always had a smile on his face, very kind Soul. My Deepest Sympathy to the family.
shelley m mallon
left a message on September 7, 2022:
sorry to hear about your loss! He was truly a good man!
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Julie Spears
left a message on September 12, 2022:
To Danny's family, I am saddened to hear of the passing of Danny. I'm happy that I got to see him a couple of times at Buddy's and Doeny's. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.
brett sutton
left a message on September 11, 2022:
Sandy Brandsma
left a message on September 11, 2022:
Was a good guy. Will miss him!
Scott and Kathy Mather
left a message on September 9, 2022:
Heather Gundlach
left a message on September 8, 2022:
R.I.P Danny. U will be missed. We always had a great time coming and watching the band with Diane. Sending prayers to Barb and family
Dennis c. West
left a message on September 8, 2022:
Nutramax Laboratories
left a message on September 8, 2022:
Ann Walter
left a message on September 8, 2022:
My deepest sympathy on the loss of your father. I new your dad from the days of Little Brown Jug. And I worked with your mom in the kitchen at the hospital many years ago. Your mom and dad were both wonderful people. God bless.
McKeown
left a message on September 7, 2022:
Brigitte Fisch
left a message on September 7, 2022:
I am so sorry to hear of Danny's death. I first met the family when both Michelle and I were about 5 years old, and our back yards were adjacent to each other's in Stoughton. We fast became friends. Liz and Danny were both welcoming to me flying in and out of the house, back door banging as we couldn't be contained inside for more than a few minutes. Later, when I moved to Madison and the Spears family moved to Beaver Dam, I visited many times, again Danny was always welcoming to me. I know that he has always been there for his girls, even though I haven't seen him in a long while. I lost my own dad years ago when I was seven, and again my mother several years later when I was in my 30s. My heart is breaking for the entire family. Brigitte
Ed Kangas
left a message on September 7, 2022:
Danny always kept in touch with his friends and he was only a call away. He had the biggest heart. You are missed Mr. Bassman. The U.S. Silver Dollar Band members called Danny the "Booking Bandit" since he always kept our schedule filled and was relentless contacting owners, managers, and proprietors of the establishments we played. Deep Condolences to the Spears family and friends. Rest in Peace and "Rock On" in heaven, Danny.
Leah Gilmore
left a message on September 7, 2022:
Danny always had a smile on his face, very kind Soul. My Deepest Sympathy to the family.
shelley m mallon
left a message on September 7, 2022:
sorry to hear about your loss! He was truly a good man!
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