Daryl Dean Dwyer, 87, of Lawrence, Kansas passed away June 24, 2018 at Lawrence Memorial Hospital.
He was born February 8, 1931 in Wahoo, Nebraska, the son of Dennis and Mathilda (Jurgens) Dwyer.
He grew up in Wahoo and graduated from Wahoo High School in 1949. He served in the U.S. Air Force from 1950 to 1954. He then worked for the BF Goodrich Tire Co before starting D&D Tire in December of 1971. He owned and operated D&D Tire until his retirement.
On November 28, 1959 he married Norma Jean Follett in Kansas City, MO. Other survivors include daughter Sandy Hopkins (Mike) of Granbury, TX, son Philip of Lawrence, five grandchildren Matthew Hopkins, Eric (Sara) Hopkins, Jackson Dwyer, Ike Dwyer, and MaryKathyrn Dwyer, and great granddaughter Elenore Hopkins.
Daryl enjoyed golf and was a member of Sertoma, the American Legion, MidAmerica Tire Dealers Association (past president), Big Blue Sportsman Club, and TPA.
Visitation will be held Wednesday, June 27 at 6:00 to 7:30 pm at Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home. A Funeral service will be held at the First Presbyterian Church, 10 am on June 28. Burial will be 1 pm at Memorial Park Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to the Visiting Nurses Association or the Douglas County Community Foundation, sent in care of Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home, 601 Indiana Street, Lawrence, KS 66044
So sorry to read this. I met Daryl in 1985 and he was always nice and pleasant to do business with. He will be missed by many…
To the Dwyer Family. Although I did not get the opportunity to meet Daryl personally, I’ve heard numerous good stories about his character and compassion. I had the pleasure of getting to know Phil and his entire family personally, and can attest to the love and character that stemmed from Daryl and Norma Jean. We at Michelin in general, and myself and my wife Mary personally send our deepest condolences to all remaining family. May his memory be eternal, and may the laughter and love of his memory rise to the top. Blessings to all of you.
Phil and family, I enjoyed working with Daryl due to infectious his smile and laughter. Always positive and a firm hand shake. It was a pleasure to know him. May God bless with comfort and peace.
Daryl was a great man who always had a big smile whenever you saw him. He took good care of me when I needed tires, then Phil took over and was the same experience. He will be missed.
Phil, so sorry for your loss. Condolences to you and your family. Your Dad was a great man and always greeted me with a smile which I will always remember.
Norma and family, Daryl was a gentleman in every sense of the word, absolutely one of the friendliest men you would want to meet, always a smile and happy greeting for everyone. Your and Daryl’s presence at TPA events were special, we have missed seeing you and the rest of the TPA members since we left Lawrence. We are so sorry for you and your family’s loss. With our deepest sympathy, Arlen and Muriel Walters
Norma & Family, so sorry to hear of Daryl’s passing! Over the years I’ve thought of you often. Hope you’re doing OK. Terry (Redmon) Woodruff
What wonderful memories of Daryl and our days together at D&D Tire or our trips to BFG destinations over the years. Daryl and Norma and by extension, Phil always made us feel at home, welcome and in good company. Thank you for the memories and our thoughts are with the Dwyer family in your loss.
Phil & Family,
So sorry for your Loss, Your in our thoughts and Prayers,
Sincerely,
George Goff & Family
John & Vicki Miller
J.J. & April
Phil and family. I am a longtime admirer of your dad and your family. Wonderful nice people and good people to do business with. I always enjoyed hearing Daryl’s voice when I went into D & D. Your family is iconic in Lawrence for all reasons good. Take care and God Bless you all.
My deepest condolences to Norma, Phil and Sandy. I have so many good memories of growing up on Camelback Drive. My childhood memory of “Mr. Dwyer” is what a kind man he was – always a smile and twinkle in his eye.
Dear Phil. ,John and I send condolences to you and your family. I really rnjoyed getting to know you Dad, and he will be greatly missed. My best to your Mom.
My condolences to the family and as we all know Daryl is a great man and a great loss to Lawrence Kansas we will miss him. He always had a smile for everyone who walked through D&D doors. Rest in peace my friend.
Please accept my deepest condolences for your family’s loss. Sending my love to all.
Daryl was a great neighbor and TPA friend. Our thoughts are with you, Norma, Sandy, Phil and family in your loss. Lots of special memories.
I have so many wonderful memories of Daryl and the whole Dwyer family as our neighbors. My thoughts and prayers are with you Norma, Phil and Sandy as well as all of your family. His infectious smile and laugh will be missed.