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Gerard Daniel Obituary

Daniel, Gerard
December 14, 2018
On Friday December 14, 2018, of Chevy Chase MD, and Sarasota Florida, Gerard Daniel passed away in Chevy Chase MD. He was the beloved husband of the late Ruth Daniel, father of Miriam (Laurence Wolff) and Ralph Daniel, grandfather of Chris, Jeff, Debbie, and Josh Daniel and David and Rebecca Wolff, and great grandfather of Clem, Lili, Ethan, Kieran, and Mira. Gerard was a leading figure in the Reform Jewish movement. He and his wife helped to build Beit Daniel Synagogue in Tel Aviv, Israel, and Mishkenot Ruth Daniel in Jaffa. Beit Daniel has become the largest and most important Reform community in Israel. In 2007 he received an honorary Doctor of Human Letters from the Hebrew Union College. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday December 19, 2018 1:30 pm at Temple Sinai, 3100 Military Road NW, Washington DC. Interment following at Judean Memorial Gardens, Olney MD. Shiva will be observed at the home of Miriam Daniel and Laurence Wolff. Memorial contributions may be made to Friends of the Daniel Centers for Progressive Judaism. Arrangements entrusted to Torchinsky Hebrew Funeral Home, Washington, DC, 202-541-1001.

Published by Herald Tribune from Dec. 17 to Dec. 18, 2018.
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To the family, I am so sorry for your loss. May the precious memories you have help you cope and bring you peace.
1 Thes. 4:14 can bring you some comfort knowing that there is a future for the loved ones we have lost in death. May the God of peace be with you and your family.

December 22, 2018

To the family of Gerard Daniel. My sincere condolences on the loss of your father, grandfather and great grandfather. Thank you for a wonderful friendship to the world. He will be greatly missed.

Your Sarasota Opera Friend,
Gerda Weast

Gerda Weast

December 21, 2018

Over the years, I have been honored and will always cherish the amazing cultural conversations in Sarasota, Fl with Mr. Daniels.
It was indeed a pleasure to drive him to Blake Hospital in Manatee County to say a final farewell to his long time friend, Mr. Gold and to also play an instrumental role in securing a private room for his friend.
My thoughts and prayers are extended to the family members. He will be sorely missed.
Gladys Branic, MD, MPH Lakewood Ranch, FL/ Atlanta, GA.

December 21, 2018

You have my deepest sympathy. May God give you peace and strength to keep you going during your time of sorrow.

Romans 15:33

December 19, 2018

We will terribly miss you and the wonderful conversations we had on culture, politics and life. May you find peace and rest with your beloved wife Ruth.

Barbara & Robert Lenz

December 18, 2018

Losing a loved one is never easy. But our God promises to give the strength and courage youll need to endure, and to cope with the pain of your loss. He also promises to hold your hand every step of the way.
Isaiah 40:29, 41:10,13

December 18, 2018

To the family I am sorry for your loss, may the God of all comfort be with you at this time. Jeremiah 29:11

December 18, 2018

May your dear one Rest In Peace and may your memories, prayers, and the loving support of family and friends, make it easier to bear your loss.

December 18, 2018

Please accept my sincere condolences for your loss. May fond memories and the love of family and friends comfort you during this time of sorrow. Jeremiah 29:11.

Kj

December 18, 2018

Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the death of your dear love one may God give you strength to endure this most difficult time please read John 6:40

December 17, 2018

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