Daniel J. Wielgat
November 25, 1942 ~ January 29, 2025
Daniel James Wielgat, 82, loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend, died Wednesday, January 29, 2025. Daniel was born in Chicago, Illinois, and was an executive at Western Union. Dan truly enjoyed spending time with family, friends and traveling. He was a sports enthusiast, played golf and his Chicago teams held a special place in his heart.
Daniel was an avid sports enthusiast, especially Chicago teams, and enjoyed golfing.
Graveside Service will be at 3:00 pm, Thursday, February 6, 2025, at Hillcrest Cemetery, Derby, Kansas.
Daniel is preceded in death by his parents, John Edward and Delores Marie Wielgat. He is survived by his wife, Margaret L. Wielgat; daughter, Debbie (Tom) Scripsick; grandchildren, Tyler (Jess) Findley, Kyle Findley, Katie Brehm; brothers, David Wielgat, and Duane Wielgat.
Services performed by Downing & Lahey Mortuary - West Chapel.
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I have had the honor and pleasure of being an honorary member of this family for the past 42 years. Deb and I met back in high school and have been best friends ever since. I know how much Dan loved his family and how much they will miss him.
I lovingly referred to Dan as “Pops”. I will always cherish our train rides commuting home from the Loop back in the day. I will miss our conversations about the trials and tribulations of our beloved White Sox. We always exchanged Christmas cards with the usual good wishes for a holiday season and in every card we always wrote “Go Sox!”. I will miss exchanging those holiday cards.
I will miss you Pops. You were quite the character and always made me laugh! May you rest in peace and as always “Go Sox!”
Love to you, my best friend Debbie, and your loving family.
Love,
Darlene
We love you Uncle ❤️