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1936
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2020
Dannie Makris Obituary
October 18, 1936 April 22, 2020
He was a first-generation Greek American, born on October 18, 1936 in Salida, CO to Pete & Emma (Lucero) Makris. He joins his parents in heaven & four brothers on April 22, 2020 after fighting Stage 4 Lung Cancer.
He graduated from Salida High School in 1955, received his B.A. in Industrial Arts & Physical Education in 1973 & a M.A. in Parks Management in 1983 from Adams State University.
On April 28, 1968, he married Sharon Loudenburg in Salida, CO.
He was drafted by the Army serving from 1959-1961. He was an elite whitewater kayaker winning three National Championships & representing the USA in the 1963 World Kayaking Championships in Austria. In 1969, he did kayak stunts for a Lassie series.
He was employed at Woodland Park High School from 1973-2000 as an Industrial Arts & Drafting Teacher, Coach, Drivers Ed Instructor & a Student Council Sponsor. He coached football (25), cross country (4), basketball (12) & track (40+) yrs.
His students described him as someone 'larger than life', inspirational & someone who pushed them to be better & live a fuller life. He created a Christmas wonderland for the community to enjoy with his signature Makris train.
Dan is survived by his Sister Agnes (John) Toews wife Sharon, Son Todd (Jennie), Daughters Nikki & Kirsten, Grand Children, Cory, Cassie (Chris) Krance, & Carrie (Matt Hruska), Nephews Pete and Frank (& Families), & Niece Barbara.
A Celebration of Life will be held in Woodland Park, CO this summer.
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