Richard L. Danko

Richard L. Danko, age 72, of Daisytown, Pa., died on Wednesday, December 24, 2014 in his home.
He was born Thursday, September 3, 1942 in Daisytown, Pennsylvania son of John Danko Sr. and Elsie (Platter) Danko
Mr. Danko graduated from California Area High School, Class of 1960.
He was a United States Navy veteran of the Vietnam War.
Mr. Danko was previously employed by the Bethlehem Mines Corporation, Mine No. 58 Ellsworth, and retired in 1988. He was a member of the United Mine Workers of America.
An accomplished golfer, he also enjoyed playing cards.
Deceased are his parents; and a brother, John Danko Jr.
Surviving are two sisters: Sister Christiana Danko, RSM, Pittsburgh, Pa., and Coleen Rough of Dawson, Pa.; one brother Douglass Danko of Daisytown, Pa.; nephew, Mark Robaugh (Carrie); and one great nephew, Andrew J. Robaugh.
Burial took place on Monday, December 29, 2014 in the Howe Cemetery, Long Branch, Pennsylvania.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the JOHN B. GREENLEE FUNERAL HOME, 2830 Main Street, Beallsville, Pa.
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