CHAPLAIN MAJOR SCOTT ALAN DANIEL
Nov. 18, 1961 - Nov. 16, 2015
CHAPLAIN MAJOR SCOTT ALAN DANIEL
Nov. 18, 1961 - Nov. 16, 2015
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Nov. 18, 1961
DIED
Nov. 16, 2015
CHAPLAIN MAJOR SCOTT DANIEL Obituary
He was born on Nov. 18, 1961 in Columbus, Ohio to the late Jerry and Juanita (Nance) Daniel of Ironton, Ohio.
Scott graduated from Northridge High School in 1980 and from Mount Vernon Nazarene College in 1986. He married his college sweetheart, Cynthia (Depugh) Daniel, in 1987 before joining the U.S. Army Artillery Corps in 1988. He served four years as an artillery fire direction specialist in Hanau, Germany and Fort Riley, Kansas. As part of the 1st Infantry Division, he fought in Operation Desert Shield/Desert Storm.
In 1992 he joined the Ohio National Guard and started his journey to become an Army Chaplain. While serving as an ordained minister for the Church of the Nazarene, he earned a Master's degree from Ashland Theological Seminary and was commissioned into the U.S. Army Chaplain Corps. CH Daniel returned to active duty ministry in 2000 at Fort Huachuca, Ariz., and served as a battalion chaplain in numerous deployments to Afghanistan, Iraq, Kuwait, and South Korea. In 2010 he earned a Master's degree in counseling from Columbus State University and became the Family Life Chaplain at Fort Eustis, Va. Most recently he was the chaplain for the 128th Aviation Brigade.
He is survived by his wife, Cynthia; sons, Connor (Kayla) and Taylor; daughter, Aidan; grandson, Marshall; brother, Brian (Vesta) Daniel; and in-laws, Neil and Harriett Depugh.
Visitation will be held at the Church of the Nazarene, 226 N. Market St. in Mt. Sterling, Ohio from 5-8 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 23 and from 10-11 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 24. A celebration of life service will begin at 11 a.m. followed by a graveside service at Range Township Cemetery in Sedalia, Ohio.
Memorial contributions may be given to the Disabled American Veterans at dav.org.
Arrangements are under the direction of the SUMMERS FUNERAL HOME, 223 W. Market St., Washington Court House.
Online condolences may be sent to www.summersfuneralhome.com.
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Amber-NHS class `81
January 18, 2025
Every memory of Scott brings a smile!! You are always in my heart dear friend!! I treasure our last conversation so very much ....Until we meet again! XO. -Am
James Davis
April 10, 2017
I was thinking of CH Daniel yesterday and looked his name up online. I was shocked to find out he has passed on. I was a chaplain's assistant at Ft. Leonard Wood in 1999 when he spent his summer there as a student chaplain. I found out he was a Nazarene from OH (I am too) and that we knew some of the same folks. He and his family were gracious hosts to me for a visit while he was stationed at Ft. Huachucua in 2005. He was such a wonderful brother in Christ. Down to earth and real. I was blessed by his ministry and his friendship even though we only spent a few months together in total. Even though I smile whenever I think of him, my heart is heavy and my prayers go out to Cindy and the children.
Jim & Kathy Herrin
November 17, 2016
We knew Scott as the husband of our friend, Cindy, and fellow Chaplain to my dear friend, Pat. He was a warm, loving, kind and funny man that everyone loved being around. He always made us feel welcome and at home when we visited, and his love for his family was palpable. Even after a year it's still hard to believe he's not here with us on earth, but we know he'll always be lovable Scott, praising the Lord he served so well, in His presence now instead of from afar! Though we only knew Scott for a few years and spent even less time with him in person, he had a lasting impact on us and will never be forgotten! Rejoice in His presence dear brother!!
Kevin Paul
November 16, 2016
I was just made aware of Chaplain Daniel's passing. I served with him during Operation Desert Storm (he was a member of my Fire Direction Center in D/1-5 Field Artillery). His maturity often kept the sanity at acceptable levels during that time and he always provided good console.
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Dennis Nitschke
December 21, 2015
Scott is my best friend. I miss him daily. I have his photo and "We shared the same canteen" poem in front of my high school classroom. I pray for Cindy and family always. Surely God has some plan for Scott to take him now and leave us so empty. However, He is All knowing and merciful!!!
November 25, 2015
I am so very sad to read this. I worked in the Chaplaincy Services department at the Global Ministry Center, respectfully remembering Chaplain Daniel. May the peace of Christ cover you in this season of deep grief.
Rev/Chaplain Windy Lovett
Keith Messinger
November 23, 2015
I was honored to serve with Chaplain Daniel when he was our Battalion Chaplain and I was a Drill Sergeant in the 309th MI Bn. He would visit "his Drills" every couple of days to see how we were doing spiritually and mentally - always with his big smile. He was a great man - humble and full of compassion. I learned a lot from him and over the years have often revisited our conversations and drawn strength from his advice. He will be missed by many.
Ray Skinner
November 23, 2015
I am honored to say I knew Scott. I had the pleasure of working with him at the 309th MI Bn. I regret hearing of his passing. To his family and close loved ones, I offer my heartfelt sympathy and my prayers. Scott not only professed himself to be a man of God, but showed it each and every day I knew him. He brightened every room he entered. This is another good man gone too soon. God bless you brother.
Barry Kerby
November 23, 2015
I served with Chaplain Daniel at Ft. Huachuca while I was a Drill Sergeant. Chaplain Daniel was always there for the Soldiers and cadre of 309th MI BN. He was a great American and superb representation of the power of faith. He will be sorely missed by the many he administered to over the years. Rest in Peace Scott. Your work lives on among us.
CSM(R) Stephen Dant
November 23, 2015
Chaplain Daniel was our Battalion Chaplain at Ft. Huachuca, AZ when I was a Drill Sergeant there - He actually has one of my DS Hats - A fine man, A great American, A fine officer and definitely one of the best Chaplains I've had the privilege to work with over my 28 years in the Army - Made a significant and lasting impression on me and my career! I salute you one last time Sir! You will be missed!
Jim & Kathy Herrin
November 21, 2015
Our hearts are breaking for you, Cindy, and we love you and are praying for all of you. We know our God is faithful and trust that He will hold you close in His everlasting arms, and meet all of your needs.
November 21, 2015
For our beloved "Scotty"-In my heart, you were the little brother,bringing humour and wisdom into all of our lives. You truly were the Lord's christian soldier, and you served Him and your country and your fellow man with dignity and compassion and faithfulness. Death cannot end love, it is stronger than the grave.
Major Scott A Daniel, Chaplain, United States Army
November 21, 2015
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