Daniel E. Kill

Daniel E. Kill, 65, of Peshastin, WA, passed away unexpectedly, but peacefully in his sleep, March 19, 2019. Dan was born in Wenatchee, WA, on April 18, 1953, to Jerome R. Kill and Janet Abercrombie. Dan almost died twice during the first two weeks of his life, due to delivery complications. On his arrival home, Dan joined his sisters, Karen and Pat, and brothers, Jim and Jeff, soon followed. The family moved from Wenatchee to Cashmere, WA, in 1959, where Dan attended Cashmere schools, until his graduation in 1971. Dan was a member of Boy Scout Troop #1, under scoutmaster, Gib Shelton. He was a "Chevy Man". At one time, he had a beautiful red '65 Chevy Impala that was his pride and joy, and owned several other Chevy vehicles thoughout his lifetime. Dan was living in Dryden, WA, when he met the love of his life, Sherrie Beckley. Dan said he'd never marry, but, Sherrie changed all that. Dan and Sherrie were married on January 1, 1984. They spent ten years living on the Dave Nierman ranch in Dryden, before buying their first home up Blewett Pass, in 1989. Dan loved his country home in the woods, and enjoyed and respected all the abundant wildlife living in the forest around their home. He set up a game camera so he could watch the wildlife without disturbing them. Dan was not a hunter, but a lover of all animals. He and Sherrie also enjoyed fishing on Fish Lake, drives in the country, or just sitting around a roaring campfire at home. Dan and Sherrie did not have children, but had many dog-kids that they loved as family, and later, a rooster and hens were added to their animal family. Dan was a vested member of Laborers Union Local #292, and Carpenters Union Local #59. Dan was one of the hardest working men I've known. He was a perfectionist when it came to his carpenter skills and craftsmanship. He had little patience for shoddy work. He retired as a carpenter foreman, in 2015, from G.G. Richardson Inc. after 36 years. In 1991, Dan and Sherrie purchased Kashmir Gardens Florist from Dan's parents. Dan was mostly a silent partner, but made any necessary repairs and took deliveries on special occasions. Dan and Sherrie put the business and building up for sale in October of 2017, to be able to spend more time together. Sherrie is still currently running the business. Dan had the best smile and hugs, and will be truly missed by many. Dan is survived by his wife, Sherrie; his dog-daughter, Riley; mother, Janet Kill of Cashmere, WA; siblings: Karen Kill of Cashmere, WA, Pat Tomchick of Cashmere, WA, Jim (Shelly) Kill of Cashmere, WA, Jeff (Kirsten) Kill of Portland, OR; mother-in-law, Mary Beckley of Wenatchee, WA; brothers-in-law, Randy (Terri) Beckley of Sunnyslope, WA, Paul (Mari) Beckley of Cashmere, WA; uncle, Jerry Nichols of Montana; many cousins; 12 nieces and nephews; and 26 great-nieces and nephews. Dan was preceded in death by his father, Jerry Kill; grandparents: Clem and Marie Abercrombie, and Edward and Cora Kill; father-in-law, Colonel "Punk" Beckley; brothers-in-law, Mark Tomchick and Larry Beckley; and his dog-children: Buck, Doobie, Josephine, Maxwell, and Sunny; and Robellini the rooster, and Juliette the hen. A Celebration of Dan's Life will be held on Saturday, April 20, 2019, at the Cashmere Riverside Center, 201 Riverside Dr., Cashmere, WA, from 12:00 noon-4:00 p.m. Please honor Dan's memory by wearing your favorite Hawaiian shirt and driving your classic hot car. Please join us, following the service, to enjoy good food, drinks, and sharing of stories. Dan was the best story-teller! Dan's favorite libation, beer, will be provided, otherwise, BYOB. Donations to help with funeral expenses can be taken to Cashmere Valley Bank, where a savings account in the name of Sherrie Beckley-Kill, has been set up.

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Daniel E. Kill

April 18, 1953 - March 19, 2019