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Daniel Guin Obituary

COKER – Daniel Riley Guin, age 26, of Coker Ala., died July 28, 2016 at DCH Regional Medical Center. Services will be 11 a.m. Friday, August 5, 2016 at Sunset Funeral Home with Shawn O'Dell officiating. Burial will follow in Big Creek Cemetery with Sunset Funeral Home, a Dignity Memorial Provider, directing. Visitation will be Thursday, August 4, 2016, from 5 to 7 p.m., at the funeral home.
He was preceded in death by his daughter, Emma Eileen Guin; grandparents, Gaines and Frances Reece; grandmother, Vera P. Guin; and grandparents, Charles and Dorothy (Dot) Jones.
Survivors include his fiancé, Carie Avans; parents, Donna Jones (Donny), and Mark H. Guin Jr.; grandfather, Mark H. Guin Sr.; and special loving aunt and uncle, Charles and Linda Morris.
Daniel was an amazing father and a kind and gentle soul. He had a hard working, strong work ethic. He was a friend to all who never met a stranger.
He had a love for hunting and fishing and he loved his family deeply. He had a contagious smile and a witty sense of humor.
Pallbearers will be Will Jones, Steve Sisk, Jonathan Plowman, Patton Barns, Justin Hewitt, and Brian "Wobbly" Cork.
Honorary pallbearers are employees of McAbee Construction, and friends and family of Coker community.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations please be made to UAB Children's Hospital ICU or Wounded Warrior Project.







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Published by Tuscaloosa News on Aug. 3, 2016.

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Jeri Harrison

August 9, 2016

Donna, please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. For 18 years you've told me stories of Daniel and for the past year I've listened to you adoringly talk about how fast Baby Emma was growing, showing me precious photos. My heart breaks for you. I pray that with time, your faith helps you find peace. Please know you are loved.

Dennis & Eva Strickland

August 9, 2016

Sending our love of healing and holding you close to our hearts.

Lynda Berkey

August 8, 2016

Although it's difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, may looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow. So very sorry for the loss of your fiance', daughter, son and granddaughter.

Tambra Sluder

August 4, 2016

Donna, I am praying for you and your family.

Myra Sherrill

August 4, 2016

I am so sad and sorry for the loss of your son, finance and baby, grandbaby. My heart weeps with you. My oldest son is also in Big Creek. I am here for you if either of you need another grieving mom to hold youm weep with you and listen. Prayers, love and hugs sent to you.

Tracy & Susan Cary

August 4, 2016

Donna - we are overwhelmed with sorry for your tremendous loss. Susan kept Daniel when he was a toddler and we grew to love him and you. We are unable to make it to the funeral service but you and your family will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers. Tracy and Susan Cary

August 4, 2016

Hamilton, we are so very sorry for your tremendous loss. Daniel was always such a blessing in my home. I have so many memories of him and Jacob and I know you do also. Please know we are praying for God's comfort and peace to surround you. Shelly and Wayne Page (Jasper, AL)

August 3, 2016

Mark and family, so sorry for your loss. Mark we remember Daniel from when he was a little fella when you and Vicki camped with us. Please know we are praying for you, praying God will embrace you with comfort, peace and understanding during the days ahead. Please know you are in our hearts and prayers. Crying out to the throne for God to grant you comfort and bring you peace that only he can allow.
Mark and Mary White

Pat Burns and Bill Abel

August 3, 2016

Sending our deepest condolences to you and your family. May your memories bring you comfort and peace be with you all.

Your friends at Traders

August 3, 2016

Although we cannot be with you at this loss of your loved ones. Please know we are all with you in spirit.

Pandora Heathcoe

August 3, 2016

I can't begin to think of ways to comfort you during this huge time of sorrow. Daniel always was kind and such a beautiful smile. He will forever be in our hearts. Lifting you all up in prayers.

Melissa Bobo

August 3, 2016

Donna, I'm so sorry for your loss.I remember when Daniel was born.My heart goes out to you and your family.May God wrap his loving arms around you at this most difficult time of your life.Love you.Melissa Bobo

James & Patty Stewart

August 3, 2016

Our deepest sympathies to the families of Daniel. We pray for God to wrap arms of loving grace and peace around each one who is grieving the loss of him. You are all in our prayers.

August 3, 2016

We, like many other's, can't find words at this time to comfort. Please just know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this time of tremendous loss.
John Dee and Kimberly Carruth

REGGIE BOOTHE

August 3, 2016

To all of the Guin family, especially our sweet Carie.
We pray that God be with you by surrounding you with the love of your family, friends through and all the prayers lifting you up. We truly loved Daniel. He was a special kindhearted, meek person. I thank him for his neutering love for our niece, Carie and great-niece precious Emma.
We will love you Daniel forever and always,
Reggie, Donna & Jonathan

August 3, 2016

I am sure that no words can comfort you right now but please know that we care and prayers are being sent for your beautiful family.
Gilda Sanders
Ray and Sherry Boswell and Family

Deanna Elrod

August 3, 2016

Praying for your family. Daniel was a very good young man and always had a devilish smile. I managed the Coker Shell for 6 years and it was such a pleasure to meet and get to know Daniel. My heart is breaking for this sweet boys family. Heaven sure got a great angel.

Amy Childers

August 3, 2016

So sorry for your loss. My prayers are with the entire family. Love to all.

Nikki Herring

August 2, 2016

Prayers to all the family . My heart breaks for you all!! Daniel was always a friend to everyone.

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