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
Dear Shannon & Family,
We just learned today about Dan’s passing.
Please accept our sincere condolences. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
We will retain many fond memories of Dan, especially enjoying those warm summer nights at the Canamara United golf and BBQ parties at Sylvan Lake.
With our deepest sympathy,
David & Nelly
Shannon, Jenny, Jim & Family,
Just heard of Dan’s passing. My heart & soul goes out to you all. Last time I saw Dan he gave me a big Hug in your
kitchen. What a Kind Humble Man. Loved his Family & Soul Mate with his every breath! Shannon, you are so blessed but you don’t always have to be so strong! Please Take Care.
Marie McCormac
Shannon and family. I was so sorry to read of the passing of Dan. Time passes and time seems to fly. It seems like just yesterday that I saw Dan walking the dog. I know it has been awhile. Take care. Thinking of you.
Lynn Finley
Dear Shannon and family,
I was so sorry to read of Dan’s passing. Your mom thought of him as one of her own. Hold on to the wonderful memories.
Thinking of you with much sorrow,
Ev
Shannon I just received a phone call from my pal Cliff Hendrickson who I played hockey with and Rod coached.
Needless to say I am in shock……..can’t imagine……
It is like yesterday that he and I were butting heads (in our woodwards plastic football helmets),
on the front lawn of mayfair rd…………….he always was kicking my ass. My house was his house and his house was my house, if one family could not find the other it was auto that we would be at the others house. If I am in the loop i think that Ruth may be still alive and if so pls give her our condolences……………to out live our children is the wrong order.
I trust that we will be able to touch base and talk in the near future…..not sure that you will have a email address with this note..
you and your family will be in our prayers.
Bobby
I am so very sorry to hear of Dan’s passing, he was a wonderful person, I will always remember Dan’s huge smile and cheery personality, he was a pleasure to work with. My sincerest condolences Shannon, Jenny, Jim & grandchildren, I’m sure he will be greatly missed, you are all in my thoughts.
Regards,
Mary Lou
Shannon, Jenny & Jim
We cannot imagine how difficult it is for you, having lost a husband, father and grandfather. I (Roger) have a huge void in my life, with the loss of my best friend. I will never forget all the great times we had together.
Dan was one of the really great guys, (there are not many left), someone whose friendship I cherished, and it is an honor to be known as one of his closest buds.
Shannon, be assured that we are ready and able to help you out with anything you need. Please do not hesitate to call anytime.
Love
Roger & Sandy
I have been fortunate to have Dan as a friend for many years. As you know we invested together in the oil and gas business by drilling wells ( that was a long time ago), buying undeveloped land from time to time; enjoyed participating in the hockey pool for over 30 years, and having lunch together once in a while (Dan had his favorite hole-in-the wall spots). One of his more recent favorites was a Hungarian restaurant ( I think it recently closed), which was always entertaining both food and people wise. I will miss him but remember many good times. He truly was a good person. Laurie Smith
Dear Shannon and family
We were sorry to hear of Dan’s passing. It was always good to see Dan, mainly at the hockey pool drafts lately. I did see Dan in early April in Calgary at the hockey playoff pool and he had his typical easy smile. We will miss him in the years to come . Our condolence to you and the family.
Dave and Cathy Erickson