DANIELS, Paul John
November 24, 1929 – July 11, 2013
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our loving husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather, Paul Daniels. After a seven year struggle with lung disease he quietly passed in his sleep on July 11, 2013.
Paul’s work career was in sales and management in the farm machinery and carpet and tile businesses. His kindness, compassion, humour, integrity, and spirit will be deeply missed by all who knew him, especially his wife of 62 years, Eileen, and his children: Kelly (Alixe), Tom (Terry), Chris (Jaki), Lisa (David Myers), Nancy (Wayne Bennett), with a special place in his heart for Barb Hall. He leaves behind those who gave him his greatest joy, his grandchildren: Krysti (Brian Horton), Lyndsay (Daniel Ward), Tiegan, Colin (Rhonda), Jonathon, Hannah, Keegan, Caileen, Quinn and Amy. He was also grateful to have seen the birth of his great grandchildren: Kieran, Mallory, and Ainsley.
Paul was active in both his community and church throughout his life, serving on numerous boards, working with youth and Cubs at Forest Heights Baptist Church and coaching baseball in the community. More recently his community service was to the Town of Cochrane where he served on town council and volunteered many years toward enhancing the arts and culture in the town he loved. A former mayor dubbed him ‘Mr. Cochrane’, and his legacy goes on in more ways than he ever envisioned.
A Memorial Service will be held at Westview Baptist Church,1313 Ranchlands Way N.W., Calgary on Friday, July 19, at 4:00 pm. With a reception to follow.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Paul’s memory may be made to a charity of one’s choice, or to the Westview Baptist Church Building Fund, 1313 Ranchlands Way N.W., Calgary, Alberta T3G 2A1
To the Daniels Family,
With Deepest Sympathy at your loss.
From Julie and Ron Jones and Mary Greene.
Deepest sympathy to Eileen and all the Daniels Family. I’ve known Paul since his first date with Eileen and I will miss his sense of humor and friendliness. I am sorry I will not be able to attend Paul’s funeral service. Lenora and Miles also will be away at an aviation event in Montana. They also extend their sympathies.
A donation will be made to the Westview Baptist Church Building Fund in Paul’s memory.
With love
Your (2nd) Cousin Lavina Shaw
Remembering Uncle Paul with love and fondness. His kindness and sense of humour were true gifts that will be greatly missed. Much love to Auntie Eileen and the whole family. May your happy memories help sustain you.
With Sympathy, Edytha (Boyle) Barker, Jordan and Nina
Sending our love and prayers to Aunt Eileen and family.
Sweet souls around us watch us still, Press nearer to our side; Into our thoughts, into our prayers, with gentle helpings glide. Robert Louis Stevenson
Stacey (Anderson), Les, Rachel and Zachary
It was with a deep sadness we learned of the passing of Uncle Paul Daniels. Our sincerest sympathies go to Aunt Eileen and their extended families. We have fond memories of all the times we spent together while growing up and the fun we had. Uncle Paul lived a good life and we will all miss him. Spencer and Evelyn Anderson
To Eileen and the Daniels family.
I had the pleasure of meeting Paul, Eileen and all his children at Lisa and David’s wedding. I also enjoyed his company along with Eileen a couple of times at their home in Cochrane. Paul always made me feel comfortable and at ease. Sorry for your loss. Remember all the good times.
Sincerely,
Louis Myers
We are sharing in your grief. I remember coming to the Daniels house after church and enjoying Paul and Eileen hospitality. I have fond memories of the time my family spent with the Daniels.
Our condolances on your loss.
Lance Anderson and family
I remember Mr. Daniels as our Cub Scout Master in Forest Heights. He was a leader and I appreciated his involvement.I could always recognize his voice in the church choir. Our condolences to The Daniels Family.