Daniel G. Field (80) of Mason

Daniel G. Field, 80, of Mason, IL, passed away on Wednesday, June 19, 2024, at home in Mason, Illinois surrounded by his loving family.

Dan was born on April 22, 1944, to Sidney and Irma (Goebel) Field in Effingham, Illinois. He married Florann Evans on July 28, 1962, at St. John's Lutheran Church in Effingham. He graduated from Effingham High School in 1962.

Dan was the father of a son, Mark Daniel (deceased), and two daughters, Dana Marie Hakman (Chris) and Shari Rae LaWarre (Steve). He was the proud Papa to nine grandchildren: Evan Hakman (Lauryn), Benton Hakman (Madeline), Nathan LaWarre, Sydney LaWarre, Anna Hakman, Ella LaWarre, Grace Hakman, Isabelle Hakman, and Corey Hakman. He was also blessed with two great-grandchildren, Clayton Hakman and Harper Hakman. Dan is survived by his brothers Paul and Harold "Dink" (Jane) Field, and he was predeceased by his brother Mike. He is fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews.

Dan was an active member of the Watson United Methodist Church, Charleston Sportsman Club, and Clay County Sportsman Club, and a lifetime member of the Effingham Elks Lodge and Watson Masonic Lodge. He was an avid hunter and trap shooter, earning numerous awards in trap shooting. Dan's professional career in telecommunications spanned many years. He began as a lineman at I.C.T.C. in Mattoon and advanced to upper management. After retiring from the phone company, he joined J.C.C.I., concluding his work there with the words, "I'm too old to do this anymore." One of Dan's proudest accomplishments was co-founding and organizing the Effingham Flyers Track Club alongside John Jansen. Known for his captivating storytelling, Dan left a lasting impression and a smile on every listener.

A Celebration of Life service with Masonic Rites will be held at 6:00 p.m. on Friday, June 28, 2024 at Watson United Methodist Church in Watson. Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. prior to the service at the church. Services are in the care of Johnson Funeral Home in Effingham. In lieu of flowers and gifts, the family requests memorials be made to Effingham High School or St. Anthony High School for the Trap and Skeet Teams. Online condolences may be shared by clicking here.