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Daniel McFadden Obituary
Age: 52 • Jericho
Daniel J. McFadden, 52, of Jericho VT, passed away peacefully Friday, July 7, 2017, with family members by his side. "Smiling Dan" is fondly remembered and much loved by his family and his community of friends in the Burlington area. He was an exceedingly bright light in this world and renowned for his smile, friendly nature, and sincere kindness to those he met.
Dan was the youngest of four children, born in Englewood NJ. He spent his childhood in Suffern N.Y. Dan excelled in school, and received his Bachelor's Degree from Manhattan College. He settled in Vermont soon thereafter and had his own business providing moving and storage services. Danny loved both the Green Mountains of Vermont and the Catskill Mountains of New York. He especially loved being at the Dale family homestead in Tannersville N.Y. Playing golf was one of his passions. He travelled to Ireland and Scotland to play golf, participated in many tournaments, and always enjoyed a day on the golf course. Dan will be remembered for his huge smile and wonderful spirit. Danny brought love, laughter, and kindness to everyone he was with. Dan was grateful for the love he shared with his family and extraordinary friends.
Dan is survived by his loving mother Barbara Dale, sisters Maureen McFadden-Bernacchi (Peter) and Nancy McFadden (Chris Townsend), his brother Terence McFadden, niece Shannon Cunningham, and nephew James Cunningham. Dan was preceded in death by his father, Terence McFadden. Dan had many wonderful cousins, and dear friends, especially Elizabeth "Lizzy", and Amy. Dan had a strong faith, and solid spiritual practice. He was a friend of Bill W., and active in the Recovery Community for over 22 years.
Please join us to honor Dan's life at a Funeral Mass Thursday, July 13th at 11:30 AM at St. Pius X, 20 Jericho Road, Essex, VT, with a Reception at the Church immediately following the Mass.
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Peter B
July 5, 2024
Well, Dan, I´m playing in a golf tournament tomorrow, and I´m going to need your support. We won my first ever tournament together. That was a fun day. Peace, brother.
Elizabeth Lavalette Dowden
March 16, 2023
7 years ago on 3/17/2017I got the bad news that you had cancer I didn't want to believe it Dan We were going to have a nice Saint Patty's Day Dinner but you never came home I had to eat it alone and cry I knew in my heart you were going to die. I was mad at God for taking my love away from me I will always love you Dan and you will always be in my heart.Love Elizabeth Lavalette Dowden
Elizabeth Lavalette Dowden
July 7, 2022
5 years ago today I lost my soulmate of 23 years May the Lord keep him safe and protect him from harm Rest in Peace My Love
Jeff Milisci
July 6, 2020
Hi.buddy its been 3 years since we have spoken and its been tough not having you around.I drive up to Jericho and say prayers for you .I miss you so much it wasnt your time and I wasnt done with you being friends and all was like having a brother I never had .my daughter Ellie is getting so big.i often walk the river we went swimming in and think of you.it is so unfair that you are gone.so many people love you buddy.rest in piece.ill keep walking that river in life looking for you.so stop by sometime please .I really need to see you..........I love you can..
dennis mcmahon
July 5, 2020
Dan was one of the first people I met in the fellowship in 2002. 0ften speak about him . Think of him many times. Miss him.
Elizabeth Lavalette
May 2, 2020
That Imiss him a lot it has 3 long years without him and I will always love him
Susan Perry
April 12, 2020
I am saddened by the loss of Daniel McFadden. I was Danny's girlfriend and best friend when he attended Manhattan college. Danny brought love and laughter to any life he touched. My deepest prayers and thoughts are extended to the McFadden family. Danny will remain in my hear forever.
April 12, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Susan Perry
April 12, 2020
I am saddened by the loss of Daniel McFadden. I was Danny's girlfriend and best friend when he attended Manhattan College. Danny brought laughter and love to any life he touched. Danny will be in my heart forever.
dennis mcmahon
July 5, 2019
Thank you for your help to me
Karen
July 5, 2019
Miss that smile, Dan. Will be thinking of you at the HS Memorial this year!
May 5, 2018
Just sending some warmth back to you dan .as you did for so many.from the bull
Jeff Milisci
May 5, 2018
Hey buddy.today I move the college kids around.and as I do .I feel a huge hole in my heart. This was our day.the day when dan and the bull would create magic .it is not easy moving these kids .but we always managed.I miss ya bud so very much.I wish I could turn back time and give you the cure you needed. Really missing you dan...love jeff
Elizabeth Lavalette
May 3, 2018
Daniel was my boyfriend and wonderful friend of 23 years his birthday would of been this year on may23 Happy Birthday I will never forget you . I love you Happy Birthday Honey Love Lizzy.
Peter Becker
July 18, 2017
Oh, no. I just found out and am stunned and so sad. I've been expecting to hear from Dan, as we always played a handful of rounds each season. We won our flight in my first ever golf tournament in Bolton last fall. I just figured that was the beginning of our partnership, not the last time I would see him. Love to family and friends. Keep 'em in the short grass, Dan.
DENNIS MCMAHON
July 13, 2017
ONE OF THE FIRST PEOPLE I MET WHEN I CAME TO VT AND WHO WELCOMED ME WITH OPEN ARMS. A GREAT FRIEND AND FELLOW WORKER AMONG WORKERS. MAY HE REST IN PEACE.
Esther Lotz
July 12, 2017
I will always miss you, you were a great man.
Esther Lotz
fjohn reinke (mc1968)
July 11, 2017
The Manhattan College alumni community shares the grief, and is now praying for our fellow alumni and the family at this time. The Alumni Office has been informed. As well as the Jasper Jottings community that I personally can reach. We are all a little poorer now. "No man is an island, entire of itself ... any mans death diminishes me". We are sorry for your loss.
Karen Mikkelsen
July 11, 2017
Dan left a light on in my heart.....
Rich Feeley
July 11, 2017
Condolences to Dan's family and friends from a fellow Friend of Bill W.
RIP
Ira B
July 10, 2017
You're kind nature and sense of duty will be strongly missed in a world lacking both. Hope all is well wherever you are now. Peace and Love man.
Jeff
July 10, 2017
I miss you dan.
Jeff Milisci
July 10, 2017
My friend I often think of the moves we did together and the laughs we shared or the lunches we had and working on your house.Dan I love you for being the awesome person you were and for the hope you gave to people when they met you.my heart is broken that you are gone but you will for ever be known for being such a selfless kind hearted person.every day I'll tell you i miss you .and walk in life knowing it changed for me when you left .....love jeff I miss you bud..
Wally M
July 10, 2017
Dan was a real inspiration to me. He did a lot of good for others - always ready to lend a helping hand. His smile really never went away, and even though Dan is no longer with us, his smile will remain forever implanted in my heart.
I know that Dan is in a good place. I pray for his family and loved ones.
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