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Daniel David Filkins, age 76, of River Falls died Wednesday, January 27, 2021 at United Hospital in St. Paul, MN. He was born in River Falls, Wisconsin on June 20, 1944. He was the son of Clarence ‘Ginger’ and Sybil Filkins. He was raised in River Falls with his brother Jim Filkins and spent his entire life in River Falls.
Dan graduated from River Falls High School. After graduation, he attended college at University of Wisconsin-River Falls and earned his bachelor’s degree in sociology. He then joined the United States Army Reserves.
Dan worked at his dad’s service station since he was a teenager, then known as Ginger’s Texaco in River Falls. He eventually shared ownership of the business with his brother Jim and it became Filkins Bros. Citgo. The two owned the business for 28 years.
Dan met his wife Eunice on a blind date and they were eventually married on Friday, November 13, 1970.
Dan was a quiet and generous person who always thought of others before himself. He worked hard at the service station and then enjoyed golfing, gardening, hunting and fishing in his free time. Dan also enjoyed his time at Pike Lake in Amery, WI and at their winter home in Harlingen, TX. He lived life to the fullest and fought a courageous battle with lung cancer over the past year.
He is survived by his wife Eunice, daughters Vicki (Scott) Sippel, Susan (George) Beatty, brother Jim (Marge) Filkins and four grandchildren: Josh Sippel (17), Erica Sippel (14), Murphy Beatty (14) and Casey Beatty (11). He is also survived by numerous good friends and family.
In lieu of flowers, the family will direct memorials on Dan’s behalf to the United Church of Christ of River Falls, WI. The family thanks everyone for their support and prayers during this difficult time.
A memorial service was held on Sunday, January 31, 2021 at 3:00 pm at First Congregational Church (110 N 3rd St.) in River Falls. Visitation was also on Sunday from 2-3 pm at the church. A reception and meal was held at the River Falls American Legion (701 N Main St.) at 4:00 pm following the service. You may watch the recording of the service on the church YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/r-AHPgO_irM Arrangements are with Bakken-Young Funeral & Cremation Services.
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I am sad for the whole family You were very close & have many wonderful memories to hold on to.
Eunice, Vicki, Susan and family, I am so sorry Dan lost his fight with cancer. He was a strong, fine gentleman, a great neighbor, and highly regarded in the community and he loved his family.
“Booner” was one of the nicest guys in the class of 62. So lovable and funny! He had a great life; well lived, and the memories will sustain your family through these difficult times. My heartfelt sympathy to the Family.
Mary Cina Solum
Eunice, I was so sorry to hear that Dan had lost his battle. He was a wonderful person and will be missed by his friends here in Dixieland Retirement Community. Sincerely, Rosa Mae Pennington #69.
Our thoughts and prayers are with Eunice and her family. Dan was a faithful friend to those who knew him and a good neighbor to anyone who needed his help. He will be missed, but he has new (cancer-free) life with His Savior in heaven. May your faith in God give you comfort and strength in the days ahead.
Eunice our thoughts and prayers reach out to you and your family. May Gods love comfort you and surround you in days ahead. Dan will be missed by so many, and we at Dixieland will always remember his kindness and cheerful smile. With Heartfelt Sympathy Jim & Linda Linley
Eunice, we are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
I have many great memories of “Boone” over the more than 50 years that I was fortunate to have known him.
He was a sweetheart of a guy and truly a good person. He is sorely missed!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
ADIOS dear friend.
Eunice, You and your family are in my prayers. I am so sorry for your loss.
I worked for Dan at Filkins Bros Citgo many years ago. Dan was a great boss and we shared a lot of laughs together. I would call him Texaco Chief or Boon and he referred to me as the Ridge Runner from Maiden Rock. I fondly recall sitting down with Dan, Jim, Mike, Stubby, Emo, Lightning and Headly for a cold Blatz beer after work, rolling the dice for soda pop, and heckling Dan at Bud’s Lanes on bowling night. Dan was the best ! My sympathy to Eunice and family on your loss.
John Friedrich
To the Filkins family,
I am so sad that Dan has passed on. I have known Dan since 2nd grade when I started school in the River Falls public schools. Dan and I attended the First Congregational Church together with a few of our other classmates.
I remember that Dan and had a little game that we played with the hymnals during church services trying to match page numbers. He was a very special person and I will miss him dearly. You all are in my prayers.
Uncle Jim I am so sorry for your family’s loss . Hugs and prayers!
Eunice: Sorry to read of Dan’s passing. Keeping you and yours in our thoughts and prayers.
Sorry to hear about Dan. Will keep you in our prayers
The whole Filkins family and Carisch family were neighbors and friends early in life through high school. I left one of the best cities in the mid-west to leave for college, but I always stayed in touch and called and visited Dan and Eunice whenever I was back in town. Dan and I enjoyed “kick the can”, fishing, playing hide and seek in the lumber yard next to the station and putting penny’s on the tracks behind their station. We were like Huck Finn and Tom Sawyer. Rascals at time but good kids with great parents. Dan had a smile for everyone with his cute little laugh (just like Sybil’s). He chose a wonderful wife and had two daughter with 4 grandchildren. You were such a hard worker but took time to golf, fish, and hunt with the best of your friends. We miss you Dan, as do all of your friends.
I was so sad to learn of Dan’s passing. He was always one of the cool kids at RFHS — a neat and caring guy. Rest well, my friend.
Dan was the brother of my HS classmate, Jim. My sincere sympathy to the whole family.
Eunice and family, this is difficult to believe. Dan was a terrific friend since kindergarten.(71 years). He was the best in every way!
Our sincere sympathy to Eunice and family at Dan’s passing. Dan was a lifelong friend of Bruce’s. He and Eunice lived across the street form Bruce’s parents for many years on Fourth Street in River Falls. With Doris Fuka just a few doors down that was taking on a lot for a fellow Class of ’62 member to keep an eye on Doris AND Bea & Larry. Dan was one of the best and Eunice always stood bravely at his side. We remember fondly all the time spent hanging out with the guys at the Texaco. Our prayers and comfort to his family at this hard time.
God bless you and your family, Eunice. So sorry to hear that Dan walked on. I have many fond memories of your cheerfulness at UWRF and I imagine that was part of the happiness you shared with your husband. Comfort and peace to you, Linda
I enjoyed the time I spent talking and just being around Dan .I am sorry for your loss.
We were so sorry to hear of Dan’s passing. Eunice, please accept our condolences. Dan was such an easy going, life-loving, family man. I know you and your family will miss him dearly.
Eunice,
We are so sorry for your loss. Dan was such a great guy and he will be missed. Hold on to all the beautiful memories the two of you made together. Our sympathies and prayers are with you, the girls and their families.
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