Danny Joe Pederson, 61, of St. Joseph, died December 10, 2022.  He was born May 24, 1961, in St. Joseph, to Ronald and Charlene (Halpin) Pederson.

He was a heavy equipment mechanic, last working for United Rental.

Danny married Sara (Bell) Stephens on July 4, 2004; and she survives.  Also surviving are sons, Joseph Pederson (Lindsey), Shonn Pederson; six grandchildren; step-sons, David Stephens and Danny Stephens; eight step-grandchildren; two brothers Tony Pederson, James Pederson (JoAnn); other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a granddaughter Katlin.

Danny enjoyed hunting, fishing, and tinkering with all sorts of engines.  He was an avid Elvis fan.  Danny had a bad habit of domesticating all sorts of wild animals.

Services will be Friday, December 16, 2022, 1:30 pm, at Heaton-Bowman-Smith & Sidenfaden Chapel.  Burial will follow in Maitland Cemetery, Maitland, MO.  Visitation will be Thursday, December 15, 2022 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm at the funeral home.