Daniel Joseph Gauck Sr. age 87 of Batesville, died October 20, 2023 at home. Born March 21, 1936 in Batesville to Ivan A. and Helen (Carel) Gauck. He retired from Hill-Rom after 36.years. then went to work part time for Schmidt’s bakery and then Cricket Ridge Golf Course as a mower.
Daniel was a US Army Veteran and a member of St. Louis Catholic Church.
Survived by former wife, Rose (Vierling) Gauck. Children Merinda Hall, Lavern Fox, George Gauck, Daniel Gauck Jr. and Jeremy Gauck (Glenda). Nieces and nephews David, Steve (Pam), Randy Gauck and Christine Elliott (Dusty). Several grand and great grandchildren along with his faithful dog, Peaches.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his step mother, Ethel Gauck, brother, Carl Gauck “Dude” and his wife, Viola.
Visitation will be Tuesday, October 24, 2023 from 9-10:30am at Meyers Funeral Home with an 11:00am Mass of Christian Burial at St. Louis Church in Batesville. Military honors will immediately follow at the church conducted by the Batesville VFW Post #3183 and Prell-Bland American Legion Post #271.
Memorial contributions may be made to Margaret Mary Hospice by bringing to services or mailing to Meyers Funeral Home, P.O. Box 202, Batesville, IN 47006.
Please feel free to leave a memory or a message of comfort for Daniel’s family in the online guestbook at www.meyersfuneralhomes.com.