Daniel Joseph Arne, age 50, passed away Monday, September 27, 2021 at home, with his wife, Nikki, at his side. He was born June 24, 1971 to Richard and Esther (Rancour) Arne of Delano. He was the youngest of 5 children.
Dan attended school in Rockford, MN, where he met his future wife, Nicole Morin. Dan and Nikki were married in 1991. They bought their dream property in the woods of French Lake Township in 1993. They were blessed with two sons, Noah and Samuel, to fill their home along with many pets throughout the years.
Dan first worked as a cook and went on to become a machinist at Rels Manufacturing in Rockford, and worked for the last several years as a precision thread grinder at Minnesota Grinding in Crystal.
Dan’s favorite things included riding his motorcycles, trips with Nikki to Lake Superior, concerts, spending time with his sons and his grandson: Jamie Daniel Arne, and spending time with his friends; many of whom he kept since childhood and many more he made throughout his life, all of whom he loved deeply.
He was preceded in death by his father, Richard Arne; brother-in-law, Jeff Chastek; and two of his best friends, Erik Richter and Scott Wetmore.
Dan is survived by his wife of 30 years, Nikki Arne; sons, Noah (Krista) Arne and Sam Arne; grandson, Jamie Daniel Arne; mother, Esther Arne; sisters, Theresa (Tim), Cecilia (Scott) and Mary; brother, Thomas (Deb) Arne; and many nieces, nephews, family and friends.
Dan touched many lives and will be missed by all!
A memorial service will be held Saturday, October 16, 2021 at 2:00 PM, with visitation beginning at 1:00 PM, at Cokato Town Hall in downtown Cokato, MN.
In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to family.
Serving the family is The Peterson Chapel of Buffalo, MN. 763-682-1363. www.thepetersonchapel.com.
Forever loved, wish we had had shown more appreciation sooner for your big heart and never-ending love. Larger than life, and yet gentle as a breeze, you will never be forgotten, and always loved and respected.
Dan was such a wonderful man I deeply enjoyed working with him. He will truly be missed.
There are no words that I can say to make losing Dan easier on any of us. I’ve known Dan since our late teens, best friend to so many of us… He was the sweetest and most caring man I have ever met in our lifetime. Life kept us apart for many years but when we reunited it was if it had only been yesterday that we had last seen each other. I call him my soul friend… He was the friend that so many knew they could count on… the one with the biggest heart and protector of all… I will miss my friend… To his family, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you in this hard time. RIH and ride free my friend…
This is so heartbreaking the loss of Dan. I knew you when you were just a little kid. My deepest prayers and thoughts to the entire family and friends. Rest In Peace.
Esther
I am sorry to hear of the loss of your son. Know that I am praying for you and your family at this difficult time. May God give you strength and peace.
I always looked up to Dan when we were kids. He will be missed
Dan was there for my family when our brother Bob passed,he was there for us when Scott’s parents passed,he loved with all of his heart and he showed it by being there when it mattered,R.I.P my dear friend,you will missed by many.
Dan was one of my best friends growing up, and he always made a point to keep in touch over the years. Some of my fondest childhood memories include him. My thoughts go out to Nikki and the family. When I hear thunder I know it’s just Dan flying by on his bike, beard wrap and all. Rest in peace, Dan.
Dan was a good person he was a good friend to not only my father Jeff Femrite but my Uncle Bob Melina. He gave me a patch at my father’s funeral that said “ You know Rollo” told me why they called him that as well Ha! But I will forever hold it close! Rest in paradise Dan you will be missed!