Dan Beebe

Danny Joe Beebe, 75, passed away peacefully on May 13, 2026, at Cherokee Regional Hospital.

He was born in Iowa on October 25, 1950, to Robert and Vella Beebe. On June 7, 1970, Dan married the love of his life, Barbara. Together they built a loving family and shared many happy years together.

Dan was passionate about coaching wrestling and baseball in Winterset and dedicated many years working in maintenance at Van Top Industries. After retirement, he continued working at Nelson’s Cans and Bottles.

Dan enjoyed camping, gardening, woodworking, and making yearly trips to the Black Hills with his family. Above all, he loved spending time with those he cared about most.

He is lovingly survived by his daughters, Darcey (Bryan) Skokan, Jenny (Jeff) Shepard, and Brett Beebe; grandchildren, Matthew, Nichole, Jonathan, James, Courtney, Logan, Lukas, Levi, Ivy, and Irelynn; as well as nine great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his siblings, Larry and Launa.

Dan was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Vella Beebe; his beloved wife, Barbara; and his brother, Jeff.

Dan will be remembered for his hardworking nature, love for family, and the kindness he showed to those around him.

A visitation will be held from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m., Monday, May 18, 2026 at Caldwell Parrish Funeral Home, Winterset Chapel. A funeral service will begin at 11:00 a.m. Burial will follow at the Lorimor Cemetery. 

Memorial contributions may be made to the family for a future designation.