Obituaries

Dorothy E. Danner

March 11th, 1934 – April 28th, 2024

Dorothy E. Danner, 90, passed away at 4:08 am on Sunday, April 28, 2024, at Hickory Point Christian Village in Forsythe, IL. She was born on March 11, 1934 in Fulton County, IL, the daughter of Glen and Verna (Brillhart) France. Dorothy married Victor Danner on May 7, 1954 in Astoria, IL. Victor preceded Dorothy in death on January 19, 2017.

Also preceding her in death is her daughter-in-law; Lori Danner, great-granddaughter; Aubrey, and two brothers; Willis France and Willard France.

She is survived by one son; Scott Danner of Decatur, IL, three grandchildren; Jason Danner, Nicole Ekiss and Jessica Danner, and five great-grandchildren; Elana, Aiden, Ashlynn, Avery, and Nolan.

Dorothy and Victor owned and operated Danner Electric Shop in Astoria from 1961 to 1967. She was also a school secretary and most recently sold pre-need funeral plans for numerous funeral homes and businesses.

Dorothy loved her family and enjoyed spending time with them. She also enjoyed reading.

A graveside service will be held at 11:30 am on Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at the Astoria Cemetery in Astoria, IL. A visitation will take place from 10 to 11:00 before the service on Wednesday at Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.