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Max E. Danner

August 18th, 1928 – December 19th, 2016

Max E. Danner, age 88 of Astoria, IL passed away at 2:40 am on Monday, December 19, 2016 at the Illinois Veterans Home in Quincy, IL. He was born on August 18, 1928 in Summum, IL, the son of Curtis and Doris (Derry) Danner. On October 29, 1949, Max married Betty J. Schuman in Astoria. She preceded him in death on May 17, 2015.

Max was also preceded in death by his parents.

He is survived by his sister, Patricia Weaver of Liverpool, IL and his caretakers, Everett and Susan Easley of Astoria.

Max worked for AmerenIllinois for 35 years. He was a member of the National Rifle Association and enjoyed shooting events. He attended Master Shoots in Barry, IL.

Max and Betty loved boating.

He was a Korean War veteran, serving in the US Marines from 1952 to 1954 with a rank of Corporal.

Cremation rites have been accorded. Services will be held at a later date.