Obituary of Daniel Ossmer

Daniel J. Ossmer December 7, 1960 May 1, 2008 Daniel J. Ossmer, 47, of Howard Street, in Niles passed away on Thursday, May 1, 2008 due to injuries sustained from a motorcycle accident. Danny was born on December 7, 1960 to the late James and Carole (Sarratore) Ossmer in Niles, Michigan. Growing up Danny was the eldest and only boy, of 4 children in the Ossmer household. After high school Danny worked as a supervisor for Reese Hitch and Quest Metal Stamping before becoming a truck driver for Masten Trucking and Kenneth Smith. On June 2, 1984 Danny was married to Carol Word at a ceremony in Niles. When Danny wasn't working he spent his free time hunting. He loved being outdoors hunting, fishing, riding his ATV or riding his motorcycle. He is preceded in death by his parents and sister Lori Ondresky. Danny is survived by his wife Carol, step children Richard "Bruce" (Kim) Word of Milan, Ohio and Jewel (Kenny)Coquillard of Arizona, 3 grandchildren, Grandmother Marion "Izzie" Ossmer of Niles, sisters Rhonda (Tim) Baker of Niles and Charr Sarratore of Mishawaka along with several other family members who will miss him deeply. In keeping with Danny's wishes a time of visitation will be held on Monday, May 5, 2008 from 6-8 pm followed by a private memorial the next day. Friends and family are encouraged to pay their respects during the time of visitation. Arrangements have been entrusted to Brown Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Niles.