Herman Calvin Daniel Jr.

DANIEL, Herman Calvin, Jr., 84, died Tuesday, August 25, 2009, at Brandermill Woods Health Care Center. He leaves behind his wife of 60 years, Marie Bishop Daniel; his sons, Herman Calvin (Dan) Daniel lll (Barbara) and Stuart Evans Daniel (Beth); and his daughters, Nina Daniel Pryor (Lib Northen) and Mary Ellen Price (Buzz); and six grandchildren, Lindsey (Henry), Mitchell, Mariah, Christina, Sarah Kelly and Matthew; and many close friends. Born and raised in Dinwiddie County, Va., Herman was the son of Viola Kelly and Herman Calvin Daniel. He was preceded in death by his parents; four sisters, Marlene Clements, Eva Davis, Hilda Beville and Christine Amabile; two brothers, William Byrd Daniel and Robert Gilliam Daniel. Herman is survived by one brother, Arthur Clay Daniel. After serving in the United States Army in the Infantry Division, Herman had the opportunity to work for 32 years in plant supervision for Dupont Corporation in Richmond, Va. He took great pride in having a strong work ethic and relished the friends he made at work. Herman particularly loved golf. He was always ready for a hand of bridge. Herman also had a passion for antique glassware and was especially fond of collecting cruets. A memorial service will be held this Saturday, August 29, 3 p.m. at Brandermill Church, 4500 Millridge Parkway, Midlothian, Va. 23112. The family wishes to thank the staff of The Holly Inn and the Health Care Center at Brandermill Woods for their kindness and care. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests making a donation to the Greater Richmond Chapter-- Alzheimer's Association, 4600 Cox Road, Suite 130, Glen Allen, Va. 23060.
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.