Daniel “Dan” Trent Schenk, our beloved son, father, brother, and friend, born on June 14, 1967, in Kellogg, Idaho, passed away at his home in Helena, Montana, on November 26, 2011.
Dan worked in many professions, traveled and lived in many places over the years. One of his favorite jobs was welding. Dan’s love was for his family and family gatherings, playing games, visiting, and eating together. He was always very respectful and full of fun and many stories. Dan took pride in being able to make us laugh. He loved whole-heartedly and unconditionally. He was so happy with his daughter, Jordyn, and was completely enthralled with his grandson, Lucas. Dan also loved hunting, fishing, golf (especially our annual mini-golf tournaments during our family reunions), four-wheeling, and the great outdoors.
Dan was our dreamer, our story-teller, our dear friend, with grand plans and schemes. We are so devastated that they did not all come true for him. Dan will be greatly missed so much by everyone, every day.
He is preceded in death by his grandparents, his niece Teigan Schenk, and second cousin, Tawnee Jo Heckman. Dan is survived by his daughter, Jordyn Petersen, and grandson, Lucas Daniel Petersen of Helena; his parents, Hugh and Vicki Jenks of Helena; brothers, Darrell Schenk of Columbia Falls, Darrin Schenk of New Orleans, Louisiana, and Waid (Lynn) Jenks of Helena; sisters Debbie (Bob) Austin of Helena, and Michelle (Richard) Bourne of Diamond Head, Mississippi; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, uncles, and dear friends.
There will be a memorial service held at the Augusta Community Church, 219 Laura St., Augusta, Montana, at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 3, 2011. An internment procession will follow the service at the Augusta Cemetery. There will be refreshments at the Augusta Community Church following the internment. All are welcome to join us in remembering Dan, sharing stories and fond memories.
It is a deep mystery,
This matter of life and death…
That the same person
Who brought us a thousand joys,
Can one day leave us shedding a thousand tears…
So suddenly, sometimes
That we grope blindly for words left unspoken,
And for the hug we needed to give,
To say goodbye.
And we wonder,
How this thread that holds us all to life
Can be so thin and fragile…
Until one day, we find the courage to accept
That the living aren’t meant to understand death,
Only to celebrate life,
And to remember that the only real death
Is forgetting
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Chuck Thennis says
I am so very sorry to hear of Dan’s passing. He was always a good friend and he will be missed.
Donna Mellinger Vandenacre says
It’s been years since I’ve seen Danny…obviously it was when I was a kid. His mother Vicky is my cousin and when I heard about this I wanted to send sincere sympathy for all of you..Debbie, Darren, etc and for you, Vickie. I cannot possibly imagine what you are feeling at this time, but oh, how it hurts…Im so sorry this had to happen, and especially this time of year. May He Rest and you also..Love Donna
Doug Roope says
God’s Speed Dan. You will be deeply missed…
Ed Siemers says
I will miss the good times. He was one of a kind. See you down the road Dan.
James says
Dan I only knew you for 6 months, but in that time you became like a big brother I never really had. You were always there when I needed you and give me advice, most good, and some bad 🙂 but you always made time to listen to me. You had a heart the size of Texas and a smile to match. You were my drinking buddy and I wish we could have one more beer and I could watch you do your silly crazy party dance that u do one more time. I miss you Dan, and I love you buddy. See you on the other side.
Kerri French-Snow says
RIP.. May you now be at peace. My thoughts and prayers our with your family, and also with all of our friends.
Lance Sauer says
So very sorry to see the passing of Dan.Even though it has been many years ago, i will always remember having Dan as a very good neighbor high school friend. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of Dan’s family.
Lance Sauer
Lynn Worsech says
I am so sorry for your loss. you are in my prayers
Melissa Ann Triplett says
Who is going to call me “sunshine” now? I love you!
michael norris says
I will miss my friend Danny.Lots of great memories.My condolences
go out to his family.
Patt Jenks says
A child missing is hard for all of the family. Our prayers are with all of us at this terrible time. Let us know if we can help out.
Rick Farrier and family says
Dan was a good friend I knew for many years. He was like a brother and will be missed by everyone. He was a good man.
Rob and Jennifer Brewer says
This is a very hard time for everyone we want to express our condonlences and if you need anything please call anytime. We loved Dan so much he was an amazing friend and uncle to our children. He will be missed so much.
sandie & vic Begger says
our prays are with you
Tina Rosenthal says
My heart goes out to Danny’s family. Rest in Peace. He will be missed by everyone he has touched in so many ways.
Tom and Kim Drynan says
Even though we haven’t seen you in years, you hold a spot in our heart. We will miss you and not forget you. I wish peace for you and comfort for your family.
Lynn Worsech says
I can’t believe it has been 5 years since we lost Dan. I think of him often and it brings a smile to my face. Dan just know you are in a better place.