Daniel Allard

Daniel Lee Allard, 74, of Decatur, passed away surrounded by his family on October 4th, 2021. A Funeral service will be held at 1:00 PM Friday October 8th, 2021 at Brintlinger and Earl Funeral Home in Decatur. A Visitation will be held from 11 AM – 1:00 PM Friday at the funeral home. Daniel was born on September 4th, 1947 in Decatur, the son of August and Mildred (Weber) Allard. Daniel proudly served the US Army during Vietnam as a medic. He married Susan Deffenbaugh on January 1st, 1978. Daniel worked for IUOE Local 965 for 40 plus years as a Heavy Equipment Operator. He also worked for IBEW Local 146 as a welder and wireman. Daniel enjoyed fishing, golfing, hunting, drag racing, and also enjoyed being at home in his recliner watching his favorite series, sports, and westerns. He was well known for supporting grandchildren, and would be found at every event he could attend. Daniel is survived by his wife of 43 years, Susan; his four children; Christina (Marc) Doty, Dannika Young, Cora (Ryan) Keese, and Daniel Allard Jr. Sister; Susan Zawarus, Brother; Jerry (Kathy) Allard. 11 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren.He is preceded in death by his parents, and his aunts; Jeanne Lindquist, and Germaine West.