Michael W. Danzer
Michael Wallace Danzer, age 72 passed away on October 5th 2019 at St. Peters Hospital in Helena Mt. Mike was born on June 12, 1947, in Lewistown Mt. to Wallace (Bud) and Ardis Danzer. Mike was a graduate of Denton High School; he attended Montana State University graduating in 1970. While at MSU Mike would meet Ida Bernice Hildreth and they were married on September 12, 1971. They lived in Butte for two years where Mike worked as an accountant for the Montana Power Company before moving to Helena to join the Internal Revenue Service in 1973. Mike became a certified public accountant in 1976. He then joined the staff of Kindred Holland & Co., certified public accountants as a tax manager in January of 1983 and by 1986 became a partner forming a new firm called Kindred Booker & Co. Mike formally retired on Dec. 31st 2018 due to his health but continued doing tax returns for family and friends totaling 36 years at Kindred Booker & Co.
Mike and Bernice adopted their only child, Jonathan Dexter Danzer, as a baby, born Dec. 24th 1976.
Mike’s beloved wife Bernice passed away on Feb. 1st 1986. Mike never remarried and raised Jon by himself. Mike dearly loved his son, Jon and two grandchildren Lillian (15) and Jaysen (12). Jonathan passed unexpectedly on March 3rd 2019.
Mike was a good and kind person, never saying a bad word about anyone and always willing to help if he could. He spent his free time watching any sport he could, between Jon, Lilli, and Jaysen he had a full schedule!
Mike is survived by daughter-in-law Hannah Danzer, grandchildren Lillian and Jaysen Danzer; Brothers Dana (Cathi) Danzer, Rolf (Deb) Danzer, and Kelly (Kandi) Danzer. Sister-in-law Julie (Bill) Glauber, Brother-in-law Craig (Rhonda) Hildreth and several nephews and nieces.
A memorial service celebrating Mike’s life will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, October 25th at Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home, 3750 N. Montana Ave. A reception will follow the service at Sleeping Giant Lanes, 3355 Tricia.
The Proul and R&R Diesel Family says
So very sorry to hear of Mikes passing. He was our CPA for many years and was always such a nice person to be associated with. Our thoughts and prayers to his family…May he Rest In Peace
Robert and Joyce Fries says
Danzer family we are deeply sadden for your loss. Mike was our CPA and friend for a long time and will be greatly missed. Your family is in our prayers. God bless and keep you.
Jim Rice says
Mike was our accountant for over 25 years and provided wonderful service over that long period. We missed working with him when he recently retired. We also became friends and enjoyed many ball games together, and watching our respective grandchildren compete around the state. He was a terrific man and I will miss his friendship and counsel.
Judy Baker says
I worked with Mike at Kindred Booker and Company for a number of years and in all that time I never heard him say an unkind word about anyone. He never blinked when I lost a file – just said “it’s happened to all of us” and helped me look for it! He was a good man who loved his family and adored his grandchildren. He will certainly be missed. My sincere condolences to all of the family.
Jan and Bob Vogel says
Our deepest sympathy to the Danzer family. We were saddened to hear of Mike’s passing. We enjoyed chatting with him at Lil’s softball games, such a kind man. RIP Mike.
Lynda Reisbeck says
I am saddened to hear of Mike’s passing away. I have known Mike for over 37 years and know how very proud he was of Jon, Hannah, Lilli & Jaysen. My prayers go out to the Danzer family during this difficult time. May happy memories carry you through this sorrowful time, as memories are the legacy of love.
Doc Elder says
I knew Mike both professionally and personally over some 50 years and can say without equivocation that the Danzer family and the community as a whole have lost one of the truly good guys in life. His demeanor was unmatched. He was always pleasant and was always facing life on an even keel. Mike was a common man who in so very many ways was a most uncommon man. Mike and I shared an interest in watching sporting events at all levels and both of us shared a love for the game of baseball. Kathie and I were each very saddened to hear of Mike’s passing. Godspeed my friend.
Sally says
I am so sorry to hear of Mike’s passing. I worked with Mike and he was a quiet, sincere and compassionate person. Mike was a true gentlemen and will be missed by all who knew him. My condolences to Mike’s family at this difficult time and know you are all in my thoughts.