John Daniel 'Danny' Fitch, 43

John Daniel “Danny” Fitch, of Kalispell, passed away on June 21 from a rafting accident.

Danny was born April 24, 1979, in Gillette, Wyoming. He graduated from the University of Wyoming, while a member of the Wyoming Army Guard. While attending the University of Wyoming, he was a member of the men’s rugby team that placed second in the nation. Danny was selected as a two-time All-American Rugby Player and represented the U.S. national team as an American Eagle.

He earned his doctorate of chiropractic degree from Palmer College, followed by an RN degree. He was a Registered Nurse employed by Logan Health in Kalispell.

Danny enjoyed staying physically fit, outdoor adventures, and coaching his children. He coached the Flathead High School rugby team to two Montana state championships.

Danny is survived by his wife Shannon Fitch (Hardy); children Jaylyn and Brayton; his parents Susan and Gary Whipkey and John Fitch; sister Amanda; niece Cahle; brothers Adam and Tanner; in-laws Ann and Marc Hardy; brother-in-law Colin Hardy and wife Kara; niece and nephew Maryn and Nash Hardy.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to:

The Danny Fitch Memorial Fund through UW Rugby: www.givecampus.com/campaigns/29327/donations/new

Black and Blue Flathead High School Rugby 780 White Basin Rd. Kalispell, MT 59901 www.blackandbluerugby.org

Johnson-Gloschat funeral home is caring for Danny and his family.