Obituary - Jesse James Dannels

Jesse James Dannels, 18, passed away on Feb. 7, 2016.

Memorial services will be held on Wednesday, Feb. 10, 2016, at 11 a.m. at Chinook High School Gymnasium.  

Arrangements have been made with Edwards Funeral Home of Chinook. Condolences may be left for the family at http://www.edwardsfuneralhomemt.com.

Jesse came into this world on Nov. 29, 1997, to Robert and Ruth Dannels of Chinook, Montana. Jesse's motivation and happy spirit impacted everyone he met. His love for sports was evident in his swimming, football, track and wrestling. He excelled at everything he did. His teammates were not only friends but brothers. Jesse's willingness to help others was amazing. He was always motivating others to do their best, and he was there to cheer them on. He will be missed by all that knew him.

Jesse is survived by his parents; brothers, Casey (Mariah) Reid, Ryan (Cristina) Reid, all from Arizona, and Kyle (Andee) Reid of Minnesota; his grandfathers; Ralph Forbes and Paul (Valerie) Dannels; grandmother, Carol Upshaw; one niece; four nephews; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.

Memorials may be made to the Special Olympics of Montana.