Daniel P. Pearce

Daniel P. Pearce, age 75, of Norris City, IL, in the Herald Community passed on this life, February 16, 2022, tragically in a house fire.  Danny was born in Sheboygan Falls, WI, on September 5, 1946 to the late Tracy and Josephine (Markus) Pearce. In 2008 he married Deborah Kay Brown.

Danny as most knew him worked for many years in Mt. Vernon, IN at the Solid waste plant and retired from Trelleborg Industries in Carmi.  Danny loved to be outside.  He loved to do yardwork, but really enjoyed Indian artifact hunting.  He was very proud of his collection.  Some of his favorite times was the holidays when he could see family members.  His work ethic was second to none.

Danny is survived his wife Deborah Kay Pearce of Norris City and his children, Tracey Brown, Dennice (James) Scarlett, Lee Ann Rawson, George (Roberta) Pearce, Laura (Brian) Hickman, and Linda (Andrew) Zachary. 13 Grandchildren, and 15 great grandchildren.  He is also survived by 6 brothers, Gene (Linda) Pearce, Thomas Pearce, Arthur (Frances) Pearce, Michael (Lavina) Pearce, Alan (Jackie) Pearce and Steve (Carolyn) Pearce, 3 sisters, Darlene (Dale) Wolshlager, Patti Wolshlager, and Peggy White.  His brother and sister in laws,  Tom (Debbie) Brown, Smith ,Doris Brown Numerous nieces and nephews.  He was also preceded by 2 brothers, Barry and Larry Pearce and a sister, Sally Pearce

Visitation will be on March 26, 2022 at the Cox & Son Funeral Home in New Haven from 12 Noon until 2:00 PM.  A memorial service will follow startng at 2:00 PM.  Deborah and Danny will then be laid to rest together in Herald Cemetery immedialety following the Memorial service.