Albert Joseph Dane was born on December 7, 1941 to Bud Paul and Donalda Theresa Dane in Ukiah, California. The family relocated to Mason Valley when he was a young boy. Al was the oldest of five children.
In 1963, Al married Judy Behan; they had four girls together. Lisa Dane, Theresa Lupori, Missy Huntley and Mindy Loll.
Al started his career in mining at Anaconda in 1960 and continued there until the mine closed in 1978. He continued his career in mining at several mines in Virginia City, the Buckskin Mine in Douglas County, and FMC in Gabbs, Nevada until his retirement in 2001. Al loved the great outdoors and spent many hours hunting, fishing, metal detecting and exploring the hills with his family.
Al is survived by his wife Judy and four daughters. Lisa Dane, Theresa Lupori (Wayne Pederson), Missy Huntley (Scott), Mindy Loll (Harry). He had nine grandchildren who adored their Papa. They are Jeff Waldaias, Tyler Waldaias, Alexa Lupori, Simon Lupori, Gloria Pederson, Derek Huntley, Ryan Huntley, Hailey Loll and Marcus Loll. He also was the proud Papa of eight great-grandchildren, with another on the way. He is also survived by two sisters Judy Mikudik (Jim) and Vicky Newell (Danny), sister-in-law Sue Dane and numerous nieces and nephews. He is proceeded in death by his parents and his siblings Donna Dane, Frank Dane and grand-daughter Jessica Waldaias.
In honor of Al’s wishes, no services will be held. Family and friends are invited to sign his online guest book at www.FRFH.net
Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Freitas Rupracht Funeral Home, 25 Hwy 208 Yerington, Nevada 89447 (775) 463-2911
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