Daniel F. Michnay

DANIEL F. MICHNAY, 84, of Fort Wayne, died peacefully on Tuesday, June 21, 2022, at home surrounded by his family. Born Nov. 19, 1937, in Cleveland, Ohio, he was the son of the late Andrew and Mary Michnay. He worked as an Electrical Engineer, Military Communications, retiring from ITT (Harris) after 41 years of service. He held degrees from Case Institute of Technology, Purdue University, and Indiana University. Dan loved music and for many years, sang in the choir as a member of First Presbyterian Church. He was a lifelong ham radio operator after establishing the hobby early in life and enjoyed spending summers with his family at the cottage in Canada. Dan is survived by his wife of 57 years, Elaine Michnay; three daughters, Laura, Sharon (John) and Susan (Erik); and two grandchildren, Marlena and Noah. He was preceded in death by brothers, Andrew and Carl; and sisters, Margaret, Irene, Helen and Agnes. A private family service will take place later this year. Memorials may be made to First Presbyterian Church 300 W. Wayne St., Fort Wayne, IN 46802. www.firstpresfortwayne.org and Stillwater Hospice, 5910 Homestead Road, Fort Wayne, IN 46814. www.vnfw.org/donate