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Daniel Eakin Obituary

Eakin, Daniel Age 71, of Manhattan, passed away Monday, September 17, 2012 at Silver Cross Hospital, New Lenox. He is survived by his loving wife and best friend of 42 years, Patricia Eakin (nee Yanke); his daughters, Deanna Eakin of Joliet and Colleen (Steven) Trattner of Plainfield and his loving grandson, Sean Eakin. Daniel was a passionate man who enjoyed his family, the sport of racing, classic cars and his faithful companion, Stryker. Visitation for Daniel will be Thursday, September 20, 2012 from 4-7:00P.M. at Forsythe Funeral Home. A private funeral service will take place on Friday. Interment Manhattan Center Cemetery, Manhattan. Memorials in Daniel's name to Vitas Innovative Hospice Care would be most appreciated. Forsythe Funeral Home, 507 S. State St. (Rt. 52) Manhattan, IL 60442 815-478-3321 www.forsythefuneralhome.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Sep. 19, 2012.

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September 19, 2012

Pat & Family

Sorry to hear about the passing of Dan. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
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