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His Mass of Christian Burial will be held in St. Lucy Catholic Church, 3101 Drexel Ave. on Tuesday, April 4th at 11:00 a.m., with Rev. Howard Haase and Rev. Thomas Vathappallil 0fficiating. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery. Visitation will be in the funeral home on Monday, April 3rd from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. and in the church on Tuesday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the Mass.
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Edwin K. Danowski, 86, passed away at the Aurora Medical Center-Mt. Pleasant, on Tuesday, March 28, 2023. He was born in South Milwaukee on September 17, 1936, the son of the late Edwin and Eleanor (nee: Czerwinski) Danowski.
Edwin graduated from Marquette University. In 1959, in St. Joseph Catholic Church, here in Racine, Edwin married the love of his life, Mardell Bohn. He was employed by S.C. Johnson & Son for over 37 years. He served with the U.S. Army Reserve for over 10 years, where he earned the rank of Second Lieutenant.
He was a member of St. Lucy Catholic Church, a former member of St. Edward Catholic Church, a Third Degree member the Knights of Columbus Council #697, The S.C. Johnson 20 Year Club, the JMBA, the Wisconsin Watercolor Society. He was a well-known and accomplished watercolor artist in the area; showing his works at many galleries and shows, including the Monument Square Fair, the Starving Artist Fair, the Wustum Museum, and the Racine Art Museum.
Surviving are his wife of 64 years, Mardell, their children, Jeff (Sonia) Danowski, Don (Betsy) Danowski, all of Racine, Cheri (Tom) Lemke, of Greendale, WI, Dan (Debbie) Danowski, of Franklin, and Gregory Danowski, of Racine; eleven grandchildren, Ricardo Antonio Murillo, Kira Rosa Danowski, Shanna Danowski, Erin (Ryan) Fay, Jessica Danowski, Paul Lemke, Hannah Lemke, Michael Lemke, Kyle (Bailey) Danowski, Charlotte Danowski, Sam (Megan) Danowski; two great grandsons, Callan Fay and Elijah Danowski; two sisters, Judy Grabowski, of Milwaukee, and Jan (Al) Christensen, of Phoenix, AZ; two sisters-in-law, Bonnie Danowski and Carol Danowski, both of Phoenix, AZ; his extended family, Mandy and Seb Chablais, of Switzerland, and Erwin and Emelene Lim, of Mt. Pleasant. His nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends also survive him, In addition to his parents, Edwin was preceded in death by two brothers, Jim and Jerry Danowski.
Our Dad, Husband, Father, and friend has been an inspiration to all who knew him, a teacher helping those he knew, teaching life skills to help people succeed and be the best they can be, a person of endless love dedicated to God always helping those around him. He always took the time to care for and give attention to the needs people had. God is pleased with how Edwin led his beautiful life. Edwin indeed, created his final watercolor painting. Just imagine how it looks, each one of us as his brush strokes of color and beauty expressed through his love for life and the imprints he left in all of us.
Ed or “Sunny” (as he was called as a child because of his positive and loving disposition) had a deep devotion to the Divine Mercy Prayer and encouraged everyone he met to learn the simple prayer, “Jesus I Trust in You”. Later in life, he would greet people with “I Love You.”. He expressed countless times that his deepest desire was that all his friends, and especially his family, would experience the deep love of God through His Son, Jesus Christ. He would tell everyone that he would like to greet them in heaven one day.
Ron and Sally kurhajec says
Sally and i are so sorry for your loss Ed was a great man may he rest in peace will always remember the wonderful trips we had together
Renee Smith says
Mr. Danowski touched so many people. I, indeed, am one of them. My condolences to the family. My congratulations to him on hearing, “Well done, thou good and faithful servant.”
Chris and Sue Gorman says
The world was a better place because Ed was in it. He truly was one of God’s finest. He always made us feel loved and valued. He truly cared about everyone, and that is a gift. His love of the Lord was such a part of him, and he shared this love every time he spoke to us. As much as our hearts ache that he is not longer on this Earth, our souls rejoice that he is with our Savior! I can only imagine all the people in heaven cheering as Ed entered. We thank God for putting him in our lives.
Praying for your comfort and peace in the days ahead.
Stan Sutherland says
Ed was one of the first people I worked with at S.C. Johnson. He was always positive, pleasant, and helpful — one of the nicer people at the company. I always got a boost whenever I saw Ed, whether in a meeting or in the hall. You knew it was going to be a good experience. I’m glad Ed lived a long and happy life — he deserved it!
Melly Bintz says
If he hasn’t made it through the Pearly Gates, none of us will. Dance with the angels dear cousin.
Jeff Mather says
My deepest condolences to you Greg, and your whole family during this difficult time. You’re in my thoughts and prayers for you to find Jesus’ way and light in this sad time.
God bless your father my friend.
David & Mary Danowski says
My cousin “Sunny” was a big part of my early years. I’m very sad to hear of his passing.
Jerry Kuhl says
I had many meetings with Ed. He was truly and inspiration to me and I listening carefully to his advice. A great man and I’m sorry to hear of his passing. RIP Ed.
Lara & Fred says
A wonderful Dad, Husband & Grandfather he was! We have faith that his creativity, love and devotion will certainly live inside of all his family, the rest of their days. Our love and support are here for you when you need it.
Michael Ziemblicki and Carol Gulley says
Our condolences and sympathy to Ed’s wife and family.
Janet Parisi (Bohn) says
God bless you all and I’m so sorry. He was a very special man .I wish prayers and love to all.
Mike, Karina, Jayden and Chris says
Sending condolences to the family. The world truly lost a great person. We will definitely miss him.
Denise Leeper says
My deepest condolences to your family during this difficult time.
Banh[Keonouphet] and Tom Danowski says
Thank you for being the greatest Danowski, who works and has a life history in South Milwaukee. From day one of meeting you and learning about your art and published books, I was inspired to be strong in my faith and be the “Sunshine” in the moment of my darkness. Which, to this day, has helped deepen my knowledge and a sense of purpose to be part of the family. Now, you are gone, and I am just beginning to see the real spiritual being of “Edwin: Love and Thunder” to make my first trip back home and first USA Passport to Laos and to revisit my birthplace as a refugee in Thailand from March 1981 – September 1989. May your soul in heaven continue to look over and protect us with St. Michael. 😇 🙏 🕊
Ray Johnson says
Ed was a wonderful leader, co-worker and friend. Working with him was a wonderful experience. His unique blend of talents included financial knowledge balanced with innovative and creative thinking set with a deep knowledge of how to get things done.
It was always a pleasure to see his latest painting or hear about his best game invention or share his faith in God and love of family. A great guy. Knowing him enriched my life.
Pam T. says
To Ed’s family and friends,
Please accept deepest condolences for your loss. Ed was such an interesting and sometimes goofy person that it was fun talking to him 3 days a week. I am glad to have gotten to know him.
Pam, Social Worker