Daniel M. Eiker Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Daniel M. Eiker (Gilson, Illinois), who passed away on May 11, 2026, at the age of 66, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
As we bid adieu to Daniel's earthly form, let us not dwell on the void left in his wake, but rather celebrate the legacy of love and inspiration Daniel has bequeathed us. For though he may have departed from our sight, his spirit remains a timeless beacon, guiding loved ones through the labyrinth of life's journey.
He was loved and cherished by many people including: his parents, Bud Eiker and Georganna Eiker; his significant other Jolene; his children, Chad Eiker (Shannon), Amy Crum (Troy) and Cody Eiker (Ashley); and his grandchildren, Landon, Lanie Crum, Lilly and Dakota Eiker.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, May 30th 2026 from 1:00 PM to 1:30 PM at the Orange Chapel (947 Knox Hwy 27, Gilson, IL 61436).
In-lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Ruby's Rescue & Retreat in McClean, Illinois, (where his sweet Ruby came from) or to the Dan Eiker Memorial Fund at Animal Medical Center in Galesburg. On-line condolences and/or expressions of sympathy may be sent through http://www.hurd-hendricksfuneralhome.com.
