Daniel Thomas Hauck, 70, passed away Nov. 19, 2023, at Diversicare of Hutchinson. He was born Jan. 18, 1953, in Hutchinson, to Thomas Frank Hauck and Thelma Merleen (Leeper) Hauck.
Daniel was a proud member of the military, having served two terms in the United States Navy from 1969 to 1973, on the USS Jouett and from 1977 to 1981, on the USS Coral Sea.
He moved on to be a driver and mechanic for Chism’s Trash Service, in Great Bend. Daniel was not just an employee, but a friendly face to all on his route, from passing out candy for the kids, handing out treats for the furry friends, and being followed around and recorded by teens that were interested in his work.
On Feb. 14, 2000, he married the love of his life, Janice Lynn Goans. Janice brought along her daughter, Shawna, and Shawna’s daughter, Caitlin, that he grew an unconditional, lifelong bond with. Janice later passed away on April 22, 2007.
Daniel is survived by: his mother, Thelma M. Hembree of Hutchinson; children, Shawna Goans of McPherson, and Kevin (spouse Tammi) Schreiner of Austin, Texas; grandchildren, Caitlin Schmitt of Lincoln, Neb., Nola Schreiner of Austin, Texas, and Gibson Schreiner of Austin, Texas; siblings, Mike Cooper of Hutchinson, Kelly (spouse Milton) Clevenger of Colwich, and Amenda Lobstein of Hutchinson, a God Daughter, Leanda Love Mooney, Leadville, Colo.; and numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews.
He was preceded in death by: his stepfather, George ‘Tommy’ Hembree; wife, Janice Lynn Hauck; brother, Robert Lee Hauck; and three infant sisters. If you knew Daniel, you most likely knew him as Dan, Danny, Dan-Dan the trash man, or Caitlin’s papa.
He was a devoted family man, and lifelong friend to many. His passion for his work, his wife, and his family never failed to shine.
He will be greatly missed and cherished.
Cremation has taken place. Celebration of Life gathering will be held at a future date. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Daniel T. Hauck Memorial Fund, in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.