Danny Looney

(From Fohn Funeral Home)

Daniel “Danny” Looney, age 81, of Butterfield, Missouri went to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, March 9, 2026.

He was born on July 20, 1944, in Cassville, Missouri, the son of Ivan and Claire (Intessimone) Looney. On May 17, 1969, he was united in marriage to Dorothy Utter, who preceded him in death on December 23, 2001. Also preceding him in death were his parents.

Surviving are his son, Robert Les Foster and wife Linda; daughter, Tracy Tucker and husband Rod; sisters, Dianna Martin and Carla Intessimone; sisters-in-law, Diana Eddy and Christine Utter; six grandchildren; ten great grandchildren; special caregivers, Tony and Sherry Intessimone and Tim Intessimone as well as a host of other family and friends.

Danny grew up and attended school in Washburn, graduating from Southwest High School with the Class of 1963. He was employed by Justin Boot in Cassville, Missouri for more than 30 years. Danny and his wife Dorothy also owned and operated Papa Joe’s Diner in Purdy, Missouri for over five years. After his retirement he continued his pursuit of higher education by attending Crowder College in Neosho, Missouri.

Danny had a deep love for music and was a talented musician who could play and sing anything he set his mind to. For many years, he traveled performing with his own band, sharing his passion for music with others. He always enjoyed a good gig and was always up for a jam session. He was a member of Body of Christ Ministries in Wheaton.

Memorial services will be held at 9:00 A.M. Saturday, April 11, 2026, at Body of Christ Ministries in Wheaton, Missouri. Pastor Gene Robinson will conduct the services. Arrangements are under direction of Fohn Funeral Home in Cassville.