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
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David & Nelly Lloyd
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Marie McCormac 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
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Lynn Finley 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
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Evelyn Olson-Smith 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
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Bobby Chandler and Anna Chandler 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
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Mary Lou Herbster (Olshewski) 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
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Roger & Sandy Stuber 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
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Laurie Smith 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
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David & Cathy Erickson 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
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Ted New Danny was a fine man, and I will miss him. Words are hard to fine that will express the disbelief and sadness when we think of Calgary without Danny.
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Ted New Shannon, Jim and Jenny;
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Kathy Lavitt Dear Shannon & family
Fred & I send along our deepest sympathies to you and the kids. How wonderful that you & Dan enjoyed your home in Victoria so very much and we hope that those fond memories will be with you now. Your family is remembered by me especially at Christmas when your needlework Santa finds his place on our family tree. Thank you for that memory.
Thinking of you at this difficult time.
Kathy
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Lopne and Ruth (Tuininga)Ordze Our deepest sympathy in the loss of Dan. He was very kind to keep us informed while Ruth was ill.
Lorne And Ruth (Tuininga) Ordze
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Muriel & Bob Rogers I WAS A SCHOOL CHUM OF DAN’S FATHER AND BOB & i ENJOYED OUR TIME AT BOWNESS REUNIONS. WE
KNEW FOR MANY YEARS WHAT A FINE FAMILY ROD & RUTH HAD . DAN WAS THE PROVERBIAL ACORN THAT
WAS SO CLOSE TO HIS FATHER’S TREE THEY EVEN LOOKED ALIKE…..AS HIS FATHER WAS A STAND UP ,
STANDOUT GOOD GUY SO TOO WAS DAN. WE GRIEVE FOR YOU ALL, FONDLY, BOB & MURIEL ROGERS,
BLACK DIAMOND, AB.
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Dorianne Page Dear Shannon –
My Sincere Condolences to you and your Family. Please know that you are in my thoughts.
With love,
Dorianne
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Tina and Gerry Makar Please accept our sincere condolences on Dan’s passing Shannon… It’s been a few years since we’ve been in touch…but memories are great things to carry with us… Thinking of you and your family…
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Colleen Murphy Brewis Dear Jenny and family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I hope that the memories of laughter and love shared helps ease the pain and gets you through this difficult time.
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Debbie MacLeod Dear Shannon
Please accept my deepest sympathies to you and your family. I can only imagine how difficult this time is.
May you find strength in all the loving memories.
A friend from the past
Debbie Macleod
Jazzercise
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Terry Lawrence Shannon
We are so sorry to hear about your loss. I have always treasured my relationship with Dan during our early years at PanCanadian and will forever remember his humble embracement of life.Our hearts are with you and your family.
Terry & Maxine Lawrence
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Brian and Pat Schultz 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
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Vivien Frame 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
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Reta and Don Dear Shannon, Jenny and Jim,
Our deepest sympathy to all of your family.
Dan was a great guy.
All the best Reta and Don
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Olga Jonasdottir 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.
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Conrad Delorme 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
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Allan and Sharon Frame 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 .
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The Patenaude Family 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
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Trudy Lauder 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
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Gail, Al, Joe & Jack Karpyshyn 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!!
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Teri Dobie Randy Dueck 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
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