All agree heaven gained a truly worthy soul that day.
The family will be receiving friends for a Celebration of Life Gathering on Sunday, August 22nd from 2-5pm at The Eagles Hall of Williamston, 835 High St. Williamston MI 48895.
Danny was preceded in death by his parents, Chalmer and Dorothy (Hilton) Hulbert, and by his sister Rita (Hulbert) Watts and her husband James Watts.
Danny is survived by his loving wife of 59 1/2 years, Gwen (Thompson), and their two daughters, Melissa Hulbert-Chapman (Hugh Chapman) and Meredith Baker (Steve Baker), and their grandchildren: Chloe Riordan, Zachary Baker, and Maeve Chapman. He is also survived by his sister Patricia Hulbert (Daryle Berger). Danny also enjoyed being a father figure to many throughout the years.
Danny was an alumnus, and lifelong fan, of Michigan State University, graduating in 1964. GO GREEN! He was also a veteran of the US Army, having served in the Viet Nam Conflict. Upon his honorable discharge he worked as a Commercial Appraiser for the City of Lansing, then an Assistant Property Tax Appraiser for the City of East Lansing. In 1976, he joined the Michigan Tax Tribunal as a Hearing Referee presiding over Property Tax Appeals; he retired after 22 years of service to the State of Michigan.
Upon retirement, Danny and his wife Gwen dedicated their lives to community service. He was elected as President of the Williamston Kiwanis Club, receiving the Kiwanis Governor’s Light of Honor Award in 2004. He was also a proud member of the Williamston American Legion. In 2008, Danny and Gwen were honored with the Williamston Community Impact Award, and in 2010 Danny was the Red Cedar Jubilee Citizen of the Year. He also served as Co-Director of the Williamston Food Bank for many years, a cause he was passionate about.
Another passion of Danny’s was FISHING! One of his proudest achievements was winning 2nd place for his Big Mouth Bass, caught in a fishing tournament on Lake Sam Rayburn, Texas. He also enjoyed the Thursday night Bass Tournaments on Lake Lansing and participated in them for years. Some of his most cherished friendships were made sitting in the boat waiting for the fish to bite… or not. It is safe to say that most of us have a wonderful memory of fishing with Danny.
He was caring, generous, and witty. He was a loyal friend. He was a beloved brother, husband, father and grandfather. He will be missed and loved, always.
The family would like to thank McLaren Oncology & Radiology, the McLaren Group Hospice team and caregivers from Home Instead for providing Danny with excellent care.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to your local food bank … the community service he championed.
The family will be receiving friends for a Celebration of Life Gathering on Sunday, August 22nd from 2-5pm at The Eagles Hall of Williamston, 835 High St. Williamston MI 48895.
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