June Rebecca “June Bug” Danhoff, age 87, of Gladstone, passed away peacefully December 21, 2018 at Lakeview Assisted Living in Gladstone.
June was born July 7, 1931 in Tustin, MI, the daughter of John and Ila (Hoover) Vanderhoof. She graduated from Cadillac High School. June was united in marriage to Gerald Danhoff on June 14, 1952 in Muskegon, MI. Together the couple began their life in Lower Michigan. In 1969, they relocated to Gladstone, MI, where they raised their 3 children. June worked at the Delta Schoolcraft Intermediate School District as a Teacher’s Aide.
In 1987, following Gerald’s retirement, they enjoyed spending time between Gladstone and Cadillac.
June loved volunteering for various community organizations, antiquing, and furniture restoration. She was a very talented and gifted artist with her painting. June especially liked to attend her grandchildren’s extracurricular activities when she was able.
June is survived by:
1 Son: Barry (Diane) Danhoff of Gladstone, MI
2 Daughters: Tracie (Paul) Leonardi of Franklin, WI
Polly (Alan) Christiansen of Grand Rapids, MI
9 Grandchildren: Casey (Katelin) Danhoff, Amanda (Robert) Ganzel, Elliot Danhoff, Emma (Jack) Liegler, Tessa Leonardi, Chase Leonardi, Macen Leonardi, Corey (Julie) WIlliams, Jamie and (Brandon) Simon.
7 Great Grandchildren: Bella, Ryland, Elowyn, Mylo, Rowan, Blake, and Riley.
In addition to her Parents, June is preceded in death by:
Loving Husband: Gerald Danhoff in 2009.
Brother: Jack Vanderhoof
4 Sisters: Elna Holmquist, Fern Lake, Beulah Powell, and Thelma Blanchard.
Private services will be held at a later date at the convenience of the family. The Skradski Family Funeral Homes of Delta County are assisting the Danhoff family. Memorial contributions may be directed to Lakestate Industries, 1830 North 21st Street, Escanaba, MI 49829.
Joe and Lili Leonardi - Davison, MI
Dear Tracie, Polly, Barry and extended families,
Please know that our hearts are with you this holiday season with our loss of June. June was very special to us and particularly myself as she always found an extra smile or laugh for me. We so much enjoyed her sense of humor and loving nature. I know she will live on in memories and in the mannerisms that Polly and Tracie inherited from her. I suppose there is a bit of our parents in all of us that will always live on. We send our love. Joe and (Lili).
Deanna Wood - Knoxville, TN
Dear Polly and family. I am so sorry to hear of June’s passing. I have such fond memories of her visiting Barryton and the time we spent together. Her smile truly did light up the room. My you all find peace. Love to you all.
John Coyne - MARQUETTE, MI
Barry and family- So sorry to learn of your Mother’s passing. I will keep you all in my prayers.
Jacquie (Sands) Bruyette - Cadillac, MI
To all the family,
My sister worked next to June’s mother Ila for 15-18 years, then I had that privilege for 2 years. I knew about June long before I met her. In fact before she was married, my father made her a bread board, a privilege that was only had by certain of my family members. My parents met her when she worked at Taylors Shopping Basket, I think while she was in high school. Then I had the joy of bowling with her for a few short years. I have never met anyone who was acquainted with her, ever so slightly, that didn’t love her. My thoughts are with you and the void that her passing leaves in your lives.