Daniel Joseph Brulla, born May 23, 1928, died peacefully at home after a brief illness,
surrounded by family on November 28, 2020. Daniel is survived by Edith, his wife of 70 years.
He is also survived by his 13 children: Phillip, son William (Daryle), Paul (Sandy), David (Dawn),
Therese (Mike), Mary, Christopher (Colleen), Ann, Peter (Tim), Beth (Chuck), Susan (Bob), James
(Kelly), and Carol (Ray). He was also survived by 16 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren:
Helen, Russell, Ben, Dionne, Elli, Eli, Lauren, Mitch, Augie, Sara, Skylann, Uma, Mani, Alisa, Tess,
Jensen, Gabe, Marina and Benji.
Danny was a machinist at Hayssen, Inc. and farmer. The day before his wedding, September 2,
1950, he received his draft notice for the Army. Danny and Edith honeymooned at Wisconsin
Dells and left for Camp Carson in Colorado Springs, where he served for 2 years. They returned
to Sheboygan to be close to family and started their own family. The summer of '73, they
moved to a farm near Howards Grove where he lived happily the remainder of his days. Danny
was active in his community, being a member of Knights of Columbus, a Cub Scout leader, the
Holy Name Society, and volunteered his services for mass at St. Cyril and Methodius in
Sheboygan, and St George in Elkhart Lake.
Danny is remembered as a kind and generous, family man. He delighted in attending numerous
events supporting his children and grandchildren in sports, music and theatrical events, often in
suit and tie. He enjoyed an active retirement weaving with Edith, gardening, and canning. Life
on the farm wasn't always easy, but after a particularly productive day and when his family was
gathered round, he would exclaim "My heart is singing!" Danny loved to watch the Packers! His
family across Wisconsin and the country, were sure that they could hear him celebrating a
touchdown with clapping and cheering. He was known for his big smile, his generous tipping,
and boisterous laugh. He will be fondly remembered and dearly missed.
A private service is planned for Tuesday, December 1, at Zimmer Westview. A celebration of life
is planned for the summer of 2021.
Please visit our website to leave your condolences for the family www.zimmerfuneralhome.com
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