Daniel "Danny" Charles Ushman

Daniel “Danny” Charles Ushman, 53, formally of Springfield, passed away at his residence in Ocala, FL on Wednesday, July 6, 2016. Danny was born in Springfield on November 12, 1962 to Charles “Chuck” and Peggy Rhoads Ushman.

He is preceded in death by his father and brother James “Jimmy” Ushman.

Danny attended Springfield schools graduating from Lanphier High School. He was employed by Ushman Communications as supervisor of retail stock for many years. He attended Blackburn College and Lincoln Land Community College. He enjoyed theater and volunteering at the Springfield Muni.

After vacationing at his late grandparents winter home, he relocated to Florida. He continued his education earning an Associate’s degree in Business at Rasmussen College in 2013. He worked in retail most of his life.

Danny is survived by his mother, Peggy E. Ushman of Springfield; one sister, Julia (Matt) Peterson and one nephew, James D. Ushman II both of Ashland; one uncle, Joe Ushman of Springfield; two aunts, Thelma (Stanley) Rhodes of Pleasant Plains and Janice Marcolini of Hillsboro and several cousins.

Memorial Gathering: 11 a.m. – 12 p.m., Thursday, August 4, 2016 at Staab Funeral Home in Springfield.

Memorial Service: 12 p.m., Thursday, August 4, 2016 at Staab Funeral Home in Springfield with Reverend Braden Maher officiating. Burial will follow at Oak Ridge Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Joseph’s Church or Charity of Donor’s choice.