Daniel G Moratz – passed away peacefully on March 26, 2024 at the age of 94 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
Dan was the devoted husband of the late Betty (nee Mollerud); cherished father of Susan O’Connor (Brian) and Diane De Leon (Andres); adored Grandpa of Calvin De Leon, Kevin O’Connor, and Michael O’Connor. Dear brother of the late Kenneth (Lorraine); the late Clyde (Beverly); his late twin brother Donald (Rose); and late sister Lorry.
He is also survived by many wonderful nieces, nephews, family and friends.
Dan proudly served in the United States Marines during the Korean War. When he returned from military duty, he married Betty Mollerud. Dan worked for the City of Milwaukee. He went on to work as a purchasing agent at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, where he retired.
Dan was an avid sports fan and was an outstanding athlete. He was an all-city championship wrestler at Washington High School, he also played club baseball and other sports. Mostly, he loved spending time with his family, playing cards, playing at the casinos and going to the lake cottage. He loved being the host, serving snacks and Brandy Manhattans with his witty and silly sense of humor.
A special thank you to his caregivers at Eastcastle Place, who cared for him with so much love and respect.
“Dan will be dearly missed.”
Visitation from 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM, followed by a service at 11:00 AM, on Wednesday, April 17, 2024 at Krause Funeral Home, 9000 West Capitol Drive, Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Interment to follow at Wisconsin Memorial Park, 13235 West Capitol Drive, Brookfield, Wisconsin.
In lieu of flowers please give to Alzheimer’s Association or American Cancer Society.