Obituary: George Daly

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In memory of

George Daly

of Midland, South Dakota, died on Saturday, May 15, 2010 at the Hans P. Peterson Memorial Hospital in Philip at the age of 80

George Henry Daly was born May 31, 1929 in a log cabin south of Philip the oldest of four children born to Maurice and Ethel (Brady) Daly. George spent his school years in Philip and ranched with his parents for two years. In 1946 he joined the Navy and was proud to serve in the submarine division until 1950.
In December of 1950, George married Marge Koch and to this union were born five children; Patricia, Michaela, Morris, Jodene and Bridget. In 1954, George and his young family moved to San Luis Obispo, California, where he attended Cal Polly College Veterinary School. In1955, George and his family moved to Seattle where he worked on the waterfront until he retired in 1991.
George spent his summers in Midland, visiting with family and friends and his winters in Desert Hot Springs California dancing with the West Coast Swing Club. As his failing health prevented him from traveling, he stayed in Midland with his son Morris at his side.
He loved rodeos, dancing, his family and friends, and always loved to tell stories.
George was an active member of the Veterans Association, the Democratic Party, and the Retired Longshoreman’s Union.
Survivors include one son Morris Henry Daly of Midland; three daughters Patricia "Patsy" Bayala and her husband Michael of Dutton, Montana, Michaela Oleson and her husband Ron of Milton Freewater, Oregon, and Bridget Hopkins of Milton Freewater; ten grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; one brother Michael "Micky" Daly of Midland; and a host of other relatives and friends.
George was preceded in death by his parents; one daughter Jodene Daly Bayala; one brother Paul Daly; and one sister Doris Daly Blanusa.
Graveside services were held 11:30 a.m. Saturday, May 22, at the Masonic Cemetery in Philip, with Father Ron Garry officiating.
A luncheon followed at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church directly after the services.
A memorial is established to the Lakota Circles of Hope.
We love you and we will miss you Dad.

GRAVESIDE SERVICE
Saturday, May 22, 2010 – 11:30 a.m.
Masonic Cemetery
Philip, South Dakota

CLERGY
Father Ron Garry

SPECIAL GUITAR MUSIC
Great-Granddaughter - Hatti Moss
“The Way I Am”

HONORARY PALLBEARERS
All Relatives and Friends in Attendance

INTERMENT
Masonic Cemetery
Philip, South Dakota

MEMORIAL
Lakota Circles of Hope

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Graveside services: 11:30 a.m. Saturday, May 22, at the Masonic Cemetery in Philip, with Father Ron Garry officiating.
A luncheon will follow at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Philip.

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Sorry to hear the loss of your Dad and Brother. George was one year behind Dud and I in High School. ~ Ardene O'Connell Dickinson, ND (5/15/2010)
Morris Patsy Mikie Bridget and Micky..Our sympathy in the loss of your dad and brother. It has been a great adventure knowing George and visiting with him to hear all the stories of his life, WOW what stories he told. He always spoke of his kids and what they were doing, He kept good track of you all. Dad always enjoyed visiting with George at the cafe. He will be missed by all. keep his many memories with you. Reuben Pat & family ~ Reuben & Pat Vollmer and family midland (5/15/2010)
Our sympathy on your loss!! What a true character!! We have enjoyed his books immensely--his sense of humor and storytelling(lots of truths too) will be remembered forever!! ~ Tom and Shelia Trask Wasta (5/15/2010)
George was always such and interesting person to talk too. He always had a good story for you and was so friendly. At Halloween he always had extra treats for our girls and we always would have stay visit a while. Sam also had some fun four wheeler rides with him at Mickey's. He will be missed. Doug June Samantha and Sarah ~ Doug and June Huston Midland (5/15/2010)
I'm proud to say that George Daly was my Grandpa, and he was the best grandpa any kid could ask for. Some kids only dream of being given a pony, but my grandpa gave me 2! well, one pony and one quarter-horse ;)

Like everyone who knew him, I will never forget his stories, his cursing, his roof-shaking laugh and accompanying stream of tears, and his love of dancing. My grandpa wouldn't take "no" for an answer, when it came to living-room dance-lessons. I don't know how many times my little shoes scuffed up the shine on his while I rode on his footsteps, swing dancing the night away...

If there's one thing he taught me, and there are many things he has taught me, its to "be who you are, be unashamed of who you are, and be it LOUD."

I love and miss you so much, Grandpa... <3 Hatti
~ Hatti Moss Walla Walla, WA (5/15/2010)
Morrie,Patsy,Mikey,Bridget and Dad, sorry to hear George passing. I visisted with George a couple years ago and he spoke great of his whole family. He was a good man with a big heart. He will be in heaven. ~ Brady and Radka Daly Hartford (5/15/2010)
Micky: Sorry for the loss of your brother George. As a fellow submariner, I salute George as he embarks on his last patrol Loved his sea stories, especially the one about his cleaning out a bar when somebody called him a pig-boat sailor. With deepest sympathy. Phil ~ Phil Stark Port Arthur, TX (5/15/2010)
George Daly was one of the cornerstones in the generation he occupied. He was and is admired by his generation and those of us below him. Family and freinds loved him. Farewell, George. You will be missed but always remembered. ~ Art Griffin Seattle, WA (5/15/2010)
Micky sorry to hear about your brother. We will keep you in our prayers. ~ Allen Gibbs Pierre S.D (5/15/2010)
George's family
I remeber many holiday and all the parties at Doris I always looked forward to your family arriving because that is when the party would start for Doris ,
She loved her brother more then the stars in heaven. KIM ~ Kim Small 18414 Riftwood Dr. East (5/15/2010)
Thinking of the good times George and I had in the 1980's. He was a good man. Rest in peace, George. Dalene ~ Dalene (Murray) Bender 2325 So. 304th St., Federal Way, Wa. 98003 (5/15/2010)