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Daniel Arthur Fash

Daniel Arthur Fash obituary

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Daniel Fash Obituary

Daniel Arthur Fash born November 14, 1944, in Burlington, IA, passed away on May 10, 2011, from complications of acute leukemia, in Tucson, Arizona. He was preceded in death by his parents, Dr. James C. Fash and O.Viola (Higgs) Fash and by his grandparents and several aunts and uncles. He graduated from Galesburg High School, Galesburg, IL, in 1962, attended Kentucky Wesleyan College, and graduated from the University of Arizona. Daniel moved to Tucson in 1965. Following college graduation, he was employed by Valley National Bank (now Chase Bank). He was stationed in Germany while in the Army (1968-70) after which time he returned to his former employment at the bank, where he worked for 44 years. During this time, he also served as a volunteer Tucson reserve police officer for several years. Dan's interests and hobbies were numerous and varied, and he was an avid collector. He will be remembered for his exceptional kindness, consideration and helpfulness to others. He is survived by two sisters, Carolyn Grossetta of Tucson and Susan Meier (Harvey) of Ashland, OR; by one nephew, John K. Likes; two nieces, Alexandra ("Sascha") Meier and Sabrina Visser (Jesse); a great-nephew, Kees Visser; his uncle, Arthur H. Fash (Lois) and two cousins in MI. He is also survived by several cousins and their families in Illinois. A Memorial Service will be held in Tucson next week. Interment will be in Mountain View Cemetery in Ashland, Oregon at a future date. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Dodge Chapel.

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Published by Arizona Daily Star on May 12, 2011.

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Ty Murphy

January 2, 2012

Last time I got to see Dan was back in the 80's, before I moved from Tucson. But I'll never forget the great times we had target shooting in the desert. I am so sorry to hear of his passing now. He was a great guy, and the only one I ever knew who had a walk-in safe in his living room! Crazy stuff!

RIP Dan.

Veronica Phillips

June 19, 2011

I just found out about Dan's passing and am so very saddened to hear about it. At the branch where I banked the most, he always greeted me with a smile and a sincere "How are you?". I always looked forward to seeing him because of his kindness and sincerity. And because of his kindness and sincerity, he will always be in my heart.

June 3, 2011

Dan.....
I just feel so ...dejected still.
I had no idea until I went into our bank on May 20th just before leaving for Paris. This just isn't fair.
You planned very well for your retirement; you were going to 'hit the road'; you were still going to work, caring for people's homes when they were away..I wrote a check to you for $1.00 in the year 2000 to get you off to a good start when the time came.....Damn.
Mary Ellen Lewis
Speaking to you from Paris. (But you already know that now....which, you as a gifted overseer, are enjoying at this moment!)

Mike Casey

May 26, 2011

Mr. Fash,
Sir, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-first for our Country when you served with the U.S. Army in Europe during the Cold War and secondly for the citizens of Tucson when you served as a reserve police officer. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

Connie Leamond

May 16, 2011

I met Dan when I lived in Tucson many years ago. He was kind, gentle and always willing to lend a hand to help a friend. He will be greatly missed. Please accept my deepest sympathy.

Sabrina Visser

May 15, 2011

My Uncle Dan was tireless in his willingness to help others. Always in a cheerful mood, he put a smile on my face. I'll never forget the cross-country trip we took with my Mom (his sister) in his old suburban when I was a kid. Rest in peace Uncle Dan - I love you and you will be greatly missed.

Sascha Meier

May 15, 2011

Uncle Dan remains very close to my heart and I think of him often. Among so many stellar human qualities, he exhibited so much deep thoughtfulness for this family and compassion for others. Uncle Dan connected his sister, my mother, to his friend, my father in the late 60's. I love you Uncle Dan & may you rest in peace knowing that you are forever loved and remembered. Blessings!

Dee Tolson

May 14, 2011

Dan was a dear and wonderful friend to me for 41 years. He was always there to help anyone who needed assistance in any way. Over the years he was always there for me. We share many laughs and tears. I will miss him so very much.

May 14, 2011

My sister, Dee, always talked about Dan and what a wonderful, kind, good man he was. My deepest sympathy to the family. May he rest in peace, God Bless.

Gail Tolson Crothers, Fredon, NJ

May 14, 2011

Dan was a wonderful,caring,helpful and understanding friend and co-worker. I had the privilege of working with him at the bank and often remember the good times we had. He would always laugh at a joke no matter how dumb it was. The world is a better place because of Dan. All will miss him!
Jamie Dicus
San Manuel

Becky Gebelle

May 13, 2011

Dan was a very gentle, kind man. He never said a mean thing about anyone. I'll never forget when he bought his BMW motor cycle, he called it his babe catcher.

Angela Rivera

May 13, 2011

I had the pleasure of working with Dan for almost five years. He was a great coworker who always made me laugh. I won't forget the great memories. Dan, may you rest in peace.

Meg Dellinger

May 12, 2011

I worked with Dan at the River/Campbell branch for 14 years. He did so many things for customers, above and beyond bank work. He was amazing with names, he remembered everyone's. We had some good laughs, and he encouraged so many younger folks into following their dreams. You always new when the gun shows were in town, and the estate sales too. Anyone who needed a 2 dollar bill knew they could come to our branch and find them. I remember on one of his last road trips, he made it a special stop at a cemetery and took pictures of grave stones for a customer. She had not been able to get back there, but Dan went out of his way to find her relatives graves took pictures and he put them into a binder for her to have. When I went to see him in the hospital last Saturday,we had such a nice visit. My heart and prayers go out to his family.
Meg Dellinger

C. Tellez

May 12, 2011

Dan worked with me at the Valley National Bank in Willcox, back in the late 60's for a period of 2 weeks. We lost our Utility Clerk and he came in to serve as a temporary replacement until we found a replacement for the position. I got reacquainted at River Road and Campbell when I went in to cash a check and he waited on me. We still remembered the time in Willcox many years ago. May he rest in Peace

Candy

Jeanne Silverberg

May 12, 2011

Carolyn:
I am so sorry for your loss. I hope that your wonderful memories will help to comfort you. What a wonderful man.

May 12, 2011

Dan was a great neighbor to my wife and I for the last 28 years. Living across the street from us, he was friendly, quiet, and unassuming - the ideal neighbor. He will be greatly missed by both us and the entire neighborhood.
Dave Devine

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