February 21, 1950 – June 20, 2015
Dan was born and raised in Calgary, where he met and married his high school sweetheart and best friend, Shannon in 1970. They have been blessed with two wonderful children, Jenny and Jim, son-in-law, Stuart Leckie and two beautiful grandchildren, Sadie and Rory. He leaves behind his dear sisters, Janeen Van Orman and Elizabeth Goertz and his close cousin Rick Thorpe. After graduating from the U of C as a chemical engineer, he went on to have a long and rewarding career in the oil and gas industry, the majority of which he spent self-employed. During his career and life, Dan made many long and enduring friendships. Their unerring support and the support of his extended family this past while meant a great deal to him and his family. Dan was a humble man of few personal wants, a man who appreciated and was grateful for each and every day and a man who considered himself lucky his entire life. We will miss his smile.
At his personal request, there will be no formal funeral service. A small, private family Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
McCall Bros. Funeral Home
www.mccallbros.com
29 Responses
Hello Shannon and family:
Our sincere condolences on Dan’s passing., Shannon. It has been many years since we have seen Dan and yourself. Of course , i remember Dan from Henry Wisewood where we first met. And then UofC Engineering school. Dan’s welcoming relaxed nature and his inviting smile were his trademark.
Shannon, our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Take care
Brian and Pat Schultz
Dear Shannon, I am so sorry to hear of Dan’s passing. Although we have lost touch over the years, I have such warm memories of our get-togethers– always fun and lots of laughter. Take care of yourself Shannon. Love, Vivien Frame
Dear Shannon, Jenny and Jim,
Our deepest sympathy to all of your family.
Dan was a great guy.
All the best Reta and Don
Dear Shannon, frænka min and family.
I can well remember you all since 1999. All your needelworks. We are so sorry to hear Dan´s passing. You have
our sincere sympathy.
Olga, Heimir and Erla.
Thoughts and prayers to Dan’s family, we are sure going to miss one of great ones,he sure was a great friend.
Rest in peace buddy
Conrad
Gone but never to be forgotten ! Your family has lost a great husband , father and grandfather .We have lost a great friend .Our sincerest condolences . Dan will always remain in our hearts and minds . Memories are forever .
Dear Shannon, Jenny, and Jim:
We are deeply saddened by the loss of Dan and wish to express our deepest sympathy to all of your family.
He will forever be remembered as the loving husband and devoted family man that he was; always kind, gentle, with a smile on his face, a twinkle in his eye, and love in his heart. The heavens will be rejoicing to receive such a good man into their midst.
Marilyn & Rob
Shannon and family – I am so sorry to hear of Dan’s passing. He and I became good friends over the years. I definitely will miss he cheery smile and long talks we would have. Even though we did not see each other often – when we did it was like we never missed a beat. Once again you have my sincere sympathy.
Trudy Lauder
Allan and myself (Gail) thought a lot of of Dan & knew what kind of a man Dan was. Words that we feel describe Dan best would be; Hard working, family oriented, intelligent, personable, funny, charismatic, loving, interesting, knowledgeable, kind hearted, loving husband, Father & Grandfather to name a few. It was an honour and a privilege to be his friend & we will personally cherish the short time we had to spend with him on this earth. Until we meet again Dan. We will always remember your Kung Fu story with tears of laughter & remember your beautiful big smile & robust laugh. You made us smile & we will never forget that. We will have a stiff drink & toast the incredible legacy you left with gratitude for all the people you touched & who loved you. Many thanks Dan, you left us too soon but you lived a full & beautiful life & we will never ever forget you!!
Shannon, Jenny, Jim, I do not know a better man than Dan.
He helped me out many times in the 30 years I have known him.
Randy and I talk many times about the advice he gave us, the love he has for Shannon. We often reminisce about the stories he told like the times Shannon and Dan would share a cup of coffee at the junior hockey games.
There is a special place in Heaven for Dan.
Teri and Randy