It is with deep sadness that we regret to announce the sudden death of our dad Dan at the age of 86 years on Wednesday, Feb. 10, 2021 at home (Alex Capstick Manor) Dingwall. Born on September 19, 1934 to Joseph L and Mary Ellen (Fitzgerald) MacNeil.
Dan is survived by his brothers Joseph, Ontario and Delano (Penny), Alberta, sisters Patsy, NB, Gaye (Raymond) Dingwall, children Danita (Richard), Ontario, Jo-Anne and Dana (Sheila), grandchildren Ryan (Leanne), Alberta, Hailey and Teah, great grandson Nolan as well as nieces and nephews including special niece Tanya and grandnephew Mitchell who he was very proud of.
Besides his parents, Dan is predeceased by grandson Ashley and niece Melanie.
Dad worked several jobs during his life. He was a welder, heavy waterplant machine operator. He worked for Austin Dowling Construction and drove truck for Irving Oil. In his later years he was manager for National Sea Products “Wharf” Dingwall. Dad was a groomer “volunteer” for Highland Nordic Ski Club for many years. He loved to go out early in the morning and get the trails ready. As he stated many times, “I do it for the kids and enjoy watching them ski, especially the Jack Rabbits.”
Dad enjoyed playing sports in his younger years, hockey, baseball, downhill and cross country skiing. He also enjoyed playing the guitar, seekword puzzles and watching his favorite TV show Three’s Company, which he watched over and over. He loved to have a good meal at a restaurant, especially breakfast, or one of the many great meals and a glass of wine at his sister Gaye’s.
Special thank you to Dean Barron who was there for help and support at such a tramatic time. Cremation has taken place, and a memorial service will be held at a later date at St. Joseph’s Church in Dingwall. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.fillmoreandwhitman.com.
