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MARSHALL--Lauraine McDaniel, age 94, of Marshall, Minnesota, died peacefully on Monday, November 9, 2026, at Heritage Ponite Senior Living in Marshall. Mass of Christian Burial is 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, November 18, 2026, at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church in Marshall. Interment will be in the Calvary Catholic Cemetery in Marshall, followed by a luncheon held back at Carlin Hall, in the basement of the church. Visitation will be held from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, November 17, 2026, at the Hamilton Funeral Home in Marshall. The evening will begin with a Rosary at 5:00 p.m. and conclude with a Prayer Service at 7:00 p.m. Visitation will continue again one hour prior to her celebration, from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, at the church. Arrangements are with the Hamilton Funeral Home in Marshall. An online guestbook is available at www.hamiltonfh.com and a Livestream link can be found at https://www.mmogafc.org/hrc-watch-mass.html
Lauraine Elizabeth VanOverbeke was born on February 13, 1932, to August "Pat" and Elizabeth (Gieneart) VanOverbeke. She was baptized, received her first communion, and was confirmed in her youth at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church in Marshall. Lauraine attended school there as well and graduated with the Marshall High School's class of 1950 before working at First National Bank. Shortly thereafter, at a dance in the Blue Moon Ballroom she met the love of her life Mr. Lowell McDaniel.
Lauraine and Lowell were united in marriage on June 23, 1955, in Marshall. The couple immediately moved to Hanford, Washington, where he was stationed in the United States Army. Lauraine was employed by the Atomic Energy Commission. After Lowell was discharged, the young family moved back to Marshall and raised their three children Dean, Diane, and Doug back home. It was then that the couple bought and operated Quickie Transport. They were married for 50 years prior to Lowell's death in 2005.
In addition to helping as a bookkeeper for the family business, Lauraine was a devoted homemaker and a mother. In her free time, she preferred to spend her time volunteering with various organizations, including Meals on Wheels. Lauraine was active in her church where she coordinated the Prayer Chain, attended Bible studies, sang in the church choir, and assisted with funeral luncheons. Her enjoyments in life included flowers, gardening, cooking, baking, and canning. Lauraine was well known for her homemade bread and enjoyed hosting holiday meals.
Lauraine McDaniel died on Monday, November 9, 2026, in Marshall, Minnesota. She reached the age of 94 years, 8 months, and 27 days. Blessed and eternal be her memory.
She is survived by her children, Dean (and Julie) McDaniel of Queen Creek, AZ, Diane (and David) Schwan of Scottsdale, AZ, Doug (and Dayna) McDaniel of Marshall; 11 grandchildren, Kelleigh, Samantha, Hildegarde, Alanna (and Tony), Mareva (and Malachi), Amanda (and Justin) Miller, Natalie Schwan, Amy Schwan, Nicole Schwan, Blake McDaniel, Victoria McDaniel; 10 great-grandchildren; 2 great-great-grandchildren; siblings, Ken (and Marion) VanOverbeke, Julie (and Bill) Haas; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Lauraine was preceded in death by her parents, August & Elizabeth VanOverbeke, and husband, Lowell McDaniel.
Arrangements by the Hamilton Funeral Home in Marshall, Minnesota 507-532-2933 www.hamiltonfh.com