Kenneth Dacko, age 78, of Gladstone, passed away on Wednesday, June 14, 2023, at his home.
Kenneth was born on April 30, 1945, in Highland Park, MI, the son of Michael Dacko and Katherine Lewek. He was raised in the metro Detroit area before moving to the Upper Peninsula in 1972. On February 13, 1965, Kenneth was united in marriage to the former Josephine Maciusiak Stekala in Detroit. Together they shared many wonderful years before her passing in 2004. Kenneth was a talented builder and also enjoyed working on cars. He found joy in playing cards and also visiting the casino. He also liked being outdoors and hunting, fishing, watching deer and trapping. He loved spending time with his daughter’s dog, Duke. In his earlier years, he owned a few racing horses and even had his helicopter license.
Kenneth is survived by his daughter Kristine (Shane) Hentz, son Ken Dacko, grandchildren Samantha Abel and Tegan Hentz, 4 great grandchildren, siblings Georgianna (Ed) Miller, Audrey Placek, Donna Menendez, and several nieces and nephews.
Kenneth was preceded in death by his wife, Josephine, his parents Michael and Katherine, brothers Ronald Dacko, Dennis Dacko and Michael Dacko, sister Delores (Bob) Sulkowski, brother in law Rich Placek, and nephew David Menendez.
Kenneth will be laid to rest on Tuesday, July 11, 2023 at 12:30 PM at the Bay de Noc Township Cemetery next to his wife. A gathering will follow to celebrate his life at the Rapid River Pub from 2 PM to 4 PM. As per family request, casual attire is recommended
Audrey Placek - Romulus , Mi
We are emotionally sad we lost another sibling out of 8 of us there are only 3 left it hurts an we are very sad hard to travel 7 hours away every day but we did get to FaceTime him on cell phones, but lots of times he didn’t answer but it’s understandable we will all love and miss you I cry every time I have a conversation about you with family it’s going to be hard for awhile. But miss and love you say hi to all we know in heaven I know they all opened there arms for you . Please watch over all of us to amen ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ hearts are broken I wish you were still here
Lisa Finlan - Escanaba, MI
Im sorry to hear of the passing of Ken he was a great guy. Prayers to the family
Sheila Wedell - Escanaba , MI
Dear Dacko family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Ken was a great guy and will be missed. I have great memories of him from back when I was 13 in 1976 and newly moved to Rapid River.
Ken taught me how to play pool at Woody’s bar! He was a great shot and a very good teacher. I credit him for helping me reach the goal of top shooter on my team and one of the top ten in league for two years!
I last saw him at the manor last year when I learned from my brother that he lived there. I was surprised that he remembered who I was He was always kind to me and I appreciated that so much.
Rest in peace dear Ken and God bless you