Danny W. Kussart

Danny W. Kussart, 84, of Belleville, IL, born Wednesday, August 11, 1926, in Pacific, MO, died Thursday, January 6, 2011 at Memorial Hospital in Belleville.

Mr. Kussart worked for Magna Bank. He was a member of Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, Past President of Swansea Optimist Club and a member of the American Legion (Freedom Farm) for over 55 years. He was a WWII U.S. Navy veteran.

He was preceded in death by his:

  • Wife: Rita M., nee Tauber, Kussart
  • Parents: Samuel J. and Lula, nee Worrall, Kussart
  • Brothers
    • Samuel Rex Kussart
    • Jack P. Kussart
  • Sister: Lula J. Flaugher

Surviving are his:

  • Fiance: Karen A. Littlefield
  • Sons
    • Dennis (Carol) Kussart of Belleville, IL
    • Doug S. (Terri) Kussart of Nemo, SD
    • David L. Kussart of Belleville, IL
  • Grandchildren
    • Carisa (Nathan) Garrett
    • Kellyn Kussart
  • Great Granddaughter: Addelyn Garrett

Memorials: Memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Association, American Heart Association and American Cancer Society.

Visitation: Friends may call from 4-8 P.M., Monday, January 10, 2011 at the Kurrus Funeral Home, Belleville, IL.

Funeral: Funeral procession will leave at 9:40 am on Tuesday, January 11, 2011 from Kurrus Funeral Home for a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 am at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, with Father Matthew Elie officiating. Interment will follow at Lake View Memorial Gardens, Fairview Heights, IL.

Condolences left for Danny W. Kussart:

    We are keeping all of you in our thoughts. It's the end of an era for the Kussarts . . .

    John & Sandra Kussart Zinn Fountain Hills AZ 85268

    Danny was a wonderful brother-in-law. Everyone who knew him have very special memories. He now is in heaven with his family and loved ones.

    Bob Flaugher Decatur, IL 62521

    Dennis,

    I was sorry to hear about the death of your Dad. I remember your Dad when our old gang of Stock Boys from K-Mart hung around your house & neighborhood.

    Take Care!

    Bill Schottel (Shady)

    Bill Schottel Carlyle IL. 62231

    Dan (The man) was a one of a kind gentleman, friend, and father. Karen & Dan had many happy years together and he will be sadly missed by everyone in our family. He left
    a legacy to his sons and always stood above the crowd. His smiles and laugh always lit up the room. God has another angel who I bet already has his wings! Love ya Danny! Kay

    Kay Littlefield Kendall Freeburg IL 62243

    We know this is a sad time. We all wanted to be there--snow had other ideas... We will be sending a Mass(Mom) and donation to a cause (from us) in honor of Uncle Danny's memory.

    Karen, Ann, Kathleen Decatur, Springfield, Bloomington IL xxxxx

    I was saddened to hear the news of Dan's death. I had not seen him in many years--but have such fond memories of such a sweet, kind man. Dan and Rita were great neighbors to all of us in Knollwood--such good people. You will be missed!

    Andrea (Clinton) Groff New Baden IL 62265