Richard Dean Daniels, 66, passed away in his sleep at his home Friday, June 23rd, 2023 in Williston ND. Fulkerson Stevenson Funeral Home in Williston is assisting the family.

Ricky was born August 22, 1956 in Williston, ND to Joseph Daniels and Arlene Bakke Daniels. He graduated from Williston High School and went on to graduate from UND-Williston as a Diesel Mechanic. After graduating he worked at Holmen Diesel which he loved. Thru his life he worked other jobs but spent most of his years at Plumb Building.

Family was important to him. Ricky grew up with 5 sisters and 1 brother. A large family which included a large number of cousins who were always together. As a young child he was considered a “stinker” which he never out grew! Rick was very excited when he found out he was a “Big” brother, instantly he loved his brother Keith. His friends were also very important to him, especially Randy and Stephanie Westlie who were more like another brother and sister to him.

His first love, Donna Haugsdal, he married in 1978. Through the years he had relationships that were important to him, but none as important as Georgia Anderson. She was the love of his life.

Ricky liked to hunt, play golf, shoot pool, listen to music and drink beer with his friends at Busters. Ricky had a big heart and his family and friends will miss him dearly.

Ricky is survived by his sisters and brothers, Linda Corner; Brenda Daniels (Larry Grondahl); Jennice Franklin (Bill); Keith Lindsey (Darlene); Darla Whitty (Wayne); Marilyn Langello (Mike); Aunt & Uncle David & Ann Bakke and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and his “Busters family”.

Rick was preceded in death by his parents, Rudy & Arlene Nelson; son, Kevin; grandparents, Art & Ruth Bakke and Eddie & Irene Nelson; brother, Darrel; brother in-law, Fran Corner; his special friend, Georgia Anderson.