Daniel Mark McNeill

January 8, 1960 – December 15, 2018

Daniel (Danny) McNeill passed away December 15, 2018 at his home in Seaside California.

He was born in Monterey California on January 8, 1960 to Joe and Connie McNeill. Danny was raised, attended schools and lived on the Monterey Peninsula most of his life.

He worked for several years as a stunt man in the film industry until injury sidelined his career. Danny was an entrepreneur and pioneer in the child safety industry. He developed and patented child safety gates and child safety devices. He founded and operated Baby Proofers International with national and international franchises. After selling his business he returned to Monterey where he owned and operated The Blue Fin Pub on Cannery Row.

He loved traveling to discover new places, discovering new friends and new foods. He was a musician and enjoyed playing his guitar. His most cherished times were those spent visiting with family and friends.

Danny was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Connie McNeill of Seaside California.

He is survived by his Brother and sister-in-law Mike and Ellen McNeill and nephew Shawn McNeill of North Carolina, Sister and brother-in-law Kathy and Dan Qualls, of Tennessee, nieces Julie Fulton and Jessica (Ben) Gaillard and great-nephews Jace Fulton and Cole Gaillard, numerous cousins and extended family. Danny also leaves behind many close friends who considered him “family”.

He is greatly missed by all who loved and knew him. Peace to you my brother and friend.

A Celebration of Life service will be Friday January 11th, 5:00pm at Bayside Community Mortuary. Friends are invited to view and sign his online guest register at:

www.baysidecommunitymortuary.com