Ronald W. Daniels

Ronald W. Daniels of Watkins, Minn., passed away suddenly on Jan. 5, 2023. He was 54. Mr. Daniels was born in Fayetteville, Ark., to Ronald D. and Edith (Keppers) Daniels. He graduated from ROCORI High School in 1986 and served in the U.S. Army.

Mr. Daniels worked at Farm-Rite Equipment Inc. in Dassel, Minn., as parts manager. He loved the outdoors, was an awesome father and a phenomenal cook.

"Ron will be missed dearly by all of us here and by many of our customers near and far," said David Cox, sales manager of Farm-Rite Equipment. "He was very dedicated to his job, but his family was his true joy in life, that was evident when he talked about them."

Mr. Daniels had a big heart and was always willing to lend a helping hand to anyone in need. He was a member of the Patriot Guard and former member of the Kimball Fire Department.

He is survived by his fiancé, Tanya Akerson; son, Parker; stepchildren, Dakota Elmore and Kierra Elmore; mother, Edith; siblings, Ken (Laura), Steve (Tammy), John (Trang), Mary (Gordon) Schrubbe, Joyce, Clara, Roy (Tina) and Susie; many nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews.

He is preceded in death by his father, Ron.

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