WILLIAMS, Daniel Stewart (aka Danny, Monkey, SuperBanker)
Born February 12th, 1973, in New Westminster, B.C., Dan was taken from us suddenly, but peacefully on November 24th, 2009 in Boyle, Alberta. Beloved son of Daryl & Barbara Williams (nee: McCall); dearest brother of Craig (Katalin) and adored Uncle to Benjamin & Mia. He also leaves behind his loving and devoted fiancée, and soulmate, Michelle Galenzoski, and her family, as well as numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and countless people Dan referred to as friends and cousins across North America.
Dan had many passions for which he will be remembered. After family, which was always first for Dan, fishing, golfing, and hunting were always on the top of his list. He would often be found trolling the waters off Sooke and Oak Bay searching for the elusive Tyee, spending time with his “second” family at Uplands Golf Course where he honed his handicap to a “3.9”, or spending endless hours hunting with his dear cousin Scott Adams, and great friends Cameron Naqvi and Neil Tickell, amongst others.
In his professional life, Dan was a very respected and successful member of the BMO Mortgage Specialist Team, a career that he enjoyed immensely. As a result of the friendships he shared, his absence weighs heavily on the team. He was an incredible colleague and friend, and will be missed deeply.
Dan was never happier than when he was spending time with his love Michelle and his dog Tucker, away on his boat “Banker’s Hours”.
Visitation will be held at McCall Bros. Floral Chapel, Johnson & Vancouver Streets, on Wednesday and Thursday, December 2nd & 3rd, 2009 from 7 to 9 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held to honour Dan and celebrate his life at St. Aidan’s United Church, 3703 St. Aidan’s Street on Friday, December 4th, 2009 at 10:30 a.m. Burial entrusted to Royal Oak Burial Park. Reception to follow at Uplands Golf Course from 1 to 4 p.m. If so desired, donations in Dan’s memory may be made to the Uplands Heart Fund, 3300 Cadboro Bay Road, Victoria, B.C. V8R 5K5.
Eulogy for Dan Williams
Dan Williams’ Celebration of Life Video Tribute
104 Responses
Dear Barb, Daryl and family,
Doug and I were devastated to hear of your tragic loss and in such sudden manor with no explanation. All one wants at times like this is an answer or closure.
The service was one of he most heart felt and meaningful ones I have been at in a long time. A parent can only imagine how heart wrenchng it must be for all of you.
Danny was obviously a wonderful, well respected young man. I am sure he gave you many happy memories to draw on as the days go by.
Our love to all of you always. As parents our hearts too are heavy with your loss.
Love,
Darlene & Doug Potentier and family
Like so many others my daughters and I felt fortunate to have the pleasure of working with Dan. We are absolutely heartbroken at his passing. Please accept our deepest condolences.
Linda, Kristin and Danielle Jeaurond
Barb, I am so sorry to hear about Dan. It has been a long time but I know you were there for me when I lost my mom. I am thinking of you and sending my deepest condolences. Fong
Dear Barb and Daryl – I was so sorry to hear of the passing of your son Daniel. What a difficult time for your family and please know that I am thinking of you and your loss. Danny sounded like such a wonderful son and you will miss him always. I am presently in Ottawa and have just heard about his passing. I am praying for you. Jo-Anne Squires
So sorry to hear about Dan. He was a great co-worker but more importantly a good friend. Always to be found with a smile on his face and a laugh that could cheer up a room. Our thoughts are with the Williams and McCall families at this time.
Andrew and Helen Funnell
Just wanted to mention that it was a privilege to be part of Dan’s service today. It was more than evident that many people have so many fond memories and there were some fabulous words spoken about Dan…
I was introduced to Dan back in high school through cousin Scott and we had great times back in the day. It was bascially impossible not to like Dan – simply put, he was a genuinely great guy and I feel for Scott and Cousin Craig as I know how much they are hurting and how much they will miss him – I didn’t get a chance to see Dan much over the past several years – I wish I did and I will miss him too…
To Dan`s family and Michelle,
I offer my sincerest condolences on the passing of Dan. I will always remember him coming in to the branch with his bright smile and permanent glow. I am saddened for your loss and for the loss to our BMO family.
I will always miss him answering his phone……..Superbanker here…..
He was such a fun loving guy and one of the most positive people to be around. I will miss him.
With deepest sympathy.
Dear Barb and Darrell and Your Extended Family, We are so sorry for your sad loss of Dan. May the many joy filled times he shared with Scott Adams and all of his family give you precious memories to cherish. We hope your sadness and pain are eased in at least a small way knowing that we and many others are thinking of you and wanting to comfort you.
With Sympathy Dawn and Ken Fyke
To Dan’s family and parents, please accept our condolence of your loss. He was such a great coworker and friend to me. He will be deeply missed.
Lina and Donald Lo
As a member of the Whittall house and family My brother Sean and I send our deepest condolences.