Daniel James Oberst, age 72 passed away on Wednesday, September 13, 2023, at the Benedictine Rehab Facility, Wausau, WI after a courageous battle with Lung Cancer.

Daniel was born on January 2, 1951, in Bessemer, MI to Ernest and Betty J (Hansen) Oberst. His birth certificate actually said he was born on the "Side of the road on US 2, Bessemer MI". Which was always a running joke in our family. Daniel was a graduate of AD Johnston High School in Bessemer MI Class of 1969. He attended Gogebic Community College where he obtained his Associates Degree in Mechanics. Daniel met, fell in love, and married the love of his life, the former Virginia M Pedrin on April 7, 1973. Together they raised their two children, Dawn and Shawn. Daniel worked in various places and but the majority of his life he worked for the City of Wakefield from which he retired.

Daniel enjoyed working on or just tinkering with anything that had a motor. He enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren. He also enjoyed hoisting a cup of coffee with his coffee crew. He also loved riding his Harley Davidson motorcycles in his spare time. In his younger years, Daniel played hockey in Ramsay. He was in the United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam War from 1969-1971. He was a member of the Wakefield Legion Geroux Post 11. His amazing courage, strength and love will be missed by all who knew and loved him.

Daniel is survived by his children, Dawn (Shane) Buchkowski and Shawn Oberst. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Shane II & Dana (Mason Baker) Buchkowski, Michael Vandenberg, Paige Hornby (step-granddaughter) and Drake Oberst; two brothers Adolph (Elaine) Oberst of Kimberly, ID and Dennis (Coretta) Oberst of Gillette, WY; sister-in-law - Karen Oberst Port St Lucie, FL; as well as many nieces and nephews.

Daniel was preceded in death by his parents Ernest and Betty J Oberst, the love of his life, Virginia M Oberst, his sister Darlene Rychecky and brother Lawrence "Teddy" Oberst.

Funeral services for Daniel James Oberst will be Saturday, October 7, 2023, 11:00am at All Saints Lutheran Church, 1202 Putnam Street in Wakefield, MI. A lunch will follow the service at the church.

Mid Wisconsin Cremation Society is assisting the family at this time. Online condolences can be made at MWCS.WS