COL. ALFRED JULIAN DANN

COL. ALFRED JULIAN DANN obituary

ALFRED DANN Obituary

DANN


COL. ALFRED JULIAN DANN, of Doylestown, Pennsyl-vania, former Deputy Commander of the 358th Civil Affairs Brigade, Norristown, died on August 30, 2013, he was 97. He was the husband of the late Irmgard Schwind Dann. Son of Max Dann and Freda Amsterdam Dann, Alfred Julian Dann was born on April 12, 1916 in Merion, Pennsylvania. His youth was spent in Atlantic City, NJ and he was a graduate of Atlantic City High School. He was pre-deceased by two sisters, Muriel Cantagallo and Maxine Cantor.
Alfred J. Dann attended the University of Pennsylvania and graduated with a BS in Economics in 1938. He was commissioned in the Quartermaster in 1940 and served in During WWII in the following battles and campaigns: Normandy (Omaha Beach), Northern France, Rhineland, Central Europe, Ardennes. As a part of the Marshall Plan, he was appointed as a provincial Military Government Officer of Amburg and Sulzbach-Rosenberg Germany. While in Germany he married Irmgard Schwind in 1951. They were married for 44 years until her death in 1996.
In the Reserve component COL. Dann served as Deputy Commander of the 358th Civil Affairs Brigade. He was a graduate of the Civil Affairs School, the U.S. Army Command and General Staff College, and the Industrial College of the Armed Forces. He retired with 30 years of service in 1970.
In the civilian sector, Mr. Dann was employed by RCA from 1951-1963. From 1964-1980 served as a senior contract negotiator for Defense Logistics Department, in Philadelphia, PA.
COL. Dann is survived by his daughters COL. Karen Dann McCurdy (Alec) and Andrea Dann Urban (William), grandchildren Christina, Brett, Nicole, Nicholas and James, and two great-grandchildren Paige and Dexter. He is also survived by a niece Joan Whoolery and nephew Robert Cantor. He was a resident of Oreland, Pennsylvania for almost 60 years. He was an active swimmer, fan of the Philadelphia Phillies, and stock market enthusiast. Relatives and friends are invited to Funeral Services, Wednesday 12:00 Noon precisely at Wayside Chapel at Whitemarsh Mem. Park, 1169 Limekiln Pk, Ambler. Int. immediately following. In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to the University of Pennsylvania (www.makinghistory.upenn.edu Penn Fund) and Philabundance (www.philabundance.org).

www.goldsteinsfuneral.com

Published by Philadelphia Inquirer/Philadelphia Daily News on Sep. 1, 2013.
34465541-95D0-45B0-BEEB-B9E0361A315A

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Memories and Condolences
for ALFRED DANN

Not sure what to say?





Karen and Andrea, I had been away for the past week and returned on September 9. I was sad to hear that your father passed away and I want to express my deep sympathy for the loss of your dad. I enjoyed being one of Col. Dann's nurses at Lakeview and loved spending any extra time I had with him and his sweet, black kitty, Macy. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers, and I will certainly miss him.

Sandi Hardin

September 10, 2013

I wasn't a member of the 358th CA Bde until after Al's retirement, though I had the pleasure of serving with daughter Karen in the 416th CA Bn. Liz and I send our best wishes with sympathy for the loss to the community (as well as the family) of this great patriot.

COL (ret) Kurt Müller

September 3, 2013

Andrea and Karen,
Anita's parayers and mine are with you and you families.
Your dad was one of the two sharpest minds,I ever met in my 38 years in USA.
He was a man full of integrity and dignity.
He proudly served US with honor and dedication.
May he rest in peace and his memories bring us joy and hapiness for having known him.
Youssef

Youssef/Anita Chacal/Fruman

September 3, 2013

What a wonderful man ! My prayers r with u putzie. As my dad called u and Karen!
Love to both of u
Pattie Morrison

September 2, 2013

Al,you were one of my mentors in the military. One of the finest officers I have known. I am saddened by your death. There aren't many of us old-time 358th alumni left. My deepest sympathies to the Dann family. Your old friend and subordinate, Harry

Harry Nagel

September 1, 2013

He will be surely missed
I remember him due to my dear friend Rene
who introduced him to my Sister Mary and I many years ago at her home I am most gratful he was such an interesting person and very enjoyable to speak to GOD REST HIS SOUL
MARY AND JOAN TIGHE

JOANNE TIGHE

September 1, 2013

R.I.P. THANK YOU FOR SERVING OUR COUNTRY.


FORT MYERS, FL.

September 1, 2013

Showing 1 - 7 of 7 results

Make a Donation
in ALFRED DANN's name

Memorial Events
for ALFRED DANN

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

Funeral services provided by:

Goldsteins' Rosenberg's Raphael-Sacks - Philadelphia

6410 N Broad St., Philadelphia, PA 19126

How to support ALFRED's loved ones
Commemorate a cherished Veteran with a special tribute of Taps at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor ALFRED DANN's life and legacy
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more

Sponsored