Ernest Dana Rockel, 69, of Burlington, died Wednesday, September 27, 2017 at the Veterans Hospital in Iowa City. Born September 10, 1948 in Keokuk, IA, he was the son of William and Rozella (Yargus) Rockel. His mother died when he was 2. He was raised by his father and his step mother Jesse LaVerne (Ferran) Rockel. Dana married Margaret Amy McLachlan on June 22, 2007 in Burlington. They were together from 1993 until his death. He served in the Navy during the Vietnam War. He was the owner and operator of DR Concrete Construction. He was of the Methodist faith. He was an avid reader and enjoyed his pet cats, listening to music and gardening. Survivors include his wife Amy McLachlan of Burlington; one sister, Annalee Getz of Nevada; one brother, Gary Rockel of Grand Rapids, MI and one step-brother, Mike Ferran of Lomax, IL. He was preceded in death by his parents and one step brother. There will be no formal funeral service for Mr. Rockel. According to his wishes, cremation has been entrusted to the care of Lunning Chapel. A private family burial will occur at a later date.
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