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In Loving Memory

Marion Paul “Buddy” Danna

Date of BirthDecember 8, 1930
Passed Away OnAugust 26, 2011
At Age80 years
Resident ofBevil Oaks, TX
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Marion Paul “Buddy” Danna, 80, of Bevil Oaks died Friday, August 26, 2011, at his home.

He served his country in the United States Air Force and served two tours in Vietnam. Buddy was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross and the Purple Heart medals.

He is survived by his wife, Shirley Danna; son, Marion Paul Danna, Jr. and his wife, Danielle of Port Arthur; daughters, Terry Cerami of Bevil Oaks and Carlis Halfant and her husband, Jerry of Charlottesville, Virginia; sister, Carlis Cole and her husband, Charles of Bevil Oaks; seven grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren.

A graveside service will be 10:00 a.m. Monday, August 29, 2011, at Haven of Rest, Hwy 90 West, Beaumont under the direction of Broussard’s, 2000 McFaddin, Beaumont. A gathering of family and friends will be Sunday, August 28, 2011, 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. at Broussard’s.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made in Buddy’s name to the Disabled Veterans Association, 3725 Alexandria Pike, Cold Springs, KY 41076.

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Services

Visitation

Gathering of family & friends

Broussard’s

2000 McFaddin Avenue

Beaumont, TX 77701

August 28, 2011

4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m.

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Funeral Service

Graveside Service

Haven of Rest Cemetery

HWY 90 West at Greenpond Road

China, TX 77613

August 29, 2011

10:00 a.m.

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Interment

Haven of Rest Cemetery

Hwy 90 West at Greenpond Rd.

China, TX 77613

Memorial Service

Disable American Veterans

3725 Alexandria Pike

Cold Springs, KY 41076

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Condolences (19)

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Barbara Cowart Houston, TX August 29, 2011
Dear Carlis, I am so sorry to hear of Buddy's death. What great memories I have of all of us when we were kids. I pray that God holds you in his loving hands and keeps you safe and gives you peace.
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Marion Frank Danna August 29, 2011
Hey I miss alot. I will always remember u told me about life a little bit and gave me some good welding tips that help me alot so for that just want say thank you grandfather.

love Lil Buddy
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Dustin Guidry Port Arthur, TX August 29, 2011
Tex and Danielle,
I just found out this morning of Buddy's passing. Your friends at Ridgewood Church send our condolences to you and your family. You are in our prayers.
Your friend,
Dustin