It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Daniel Hilliard Mielke on April 22, 2024, in Guthrie, Oklahoma. Born on April 2, 1991, in Hayward, Daniel was welcomed and loved by his best friend and brother, Benjamin and the East Bay Mielkes. At the age of three, Daniel moved with his parents and brother to Arcata and spent his childhood roaming the redwoods, ocean, and rivers with his cousins and the Hammer Lane gang. Daniel graduated from Arcata High School in 2009. Ultimately, he decided to settle in Guthrie, Oklahoma in 2023, to follow his parents in retirement and live near his brother Ben, Ben’s wife Baylee and their three children.

Daniel was a great sports enthusiast and played soccer, football, baseball and basketball in his youth. He was an avid fan of OU, the San Francisco Giants, Warriors, and 49ers, and nephew Jack’s various sports teams.

Indeed, Daniel’s most cherished moments were those spent with his family, particularly his nieces, Haddie and Posey, and nephew Jack. Whether doing artwork, playing house, reading books, or playing rundown, Daniel — nicknamed Uncle D — looked forward to his “kid time.” He was overjoyed at Haddie’s performances, Jack’s games, and Posey’s antics. Daniel’s love for them was immense, and his relationship with them incredibly special. Daniel was also an animal lover, having many pets through the years, with Stitch most recently his constant companion.

In addition to his parents, Marsha and Steven Mielke, and brother Ben Mielke’s family, Baylee, Jack, Haddie, Posey, and baby, Daniel is survived by many loving family members: Uncle Joe & Aunt Julie Mielke (Hayward), Cousins Brandon & Natasha (Sophia, Emma), and Lauren & Martin Kilgariff (MJ, Dean); Uncle John & Aunt Lisa Mielke (Eureka), Cousins Jeff & Leshele (Stella, Scarlett, Dean, Duke), Matt (Logan, Sierra, Evelynn), and Alison; Uncle David & Aunt Dorothy Mielke (Temecula, CA), Cousins Brady & Winifred Smith (Gene, Henry), and Baron & Breanne (Davey); Uncle Dean & Aunt Danica Mielke (Concord), Cousins Molly & Jeremiah Francis, and Jillian; Uncle Walter & Aunt Beverly Hilliard (Rimersburg, Penn.), Cousins Marci & Jason Kelley (Brea, Delaney), and Heather & Randy McKay (Alexa); and too many friends and neighbors to list.

To honor Daniel Mielke, there will be two memorial services followed by celebration of life events. The first will be at 1824 Phillip Lane, Guthrie, Oklahoma, on July 13, 2024 at 4 p.m. The second will be held in Humboldt County on August 3, 2024, at 4 p.m. at the Bayside Community Hall (2297 Jacoby Creek Road, Bayside. Daniel’s remains will be interred in Humboldt County.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to NAMI (National Alliance of Mentally Ill) of Humboldt County, PO Box 1225, Eureka, CA 95502-1225 or online at this link.

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