Photo courtesy of Gaffney Parsons Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc - Village of Johnson
"Village of Johnsonville" Bangor, Pennsylvania
Jul 18, 1931 – Jan 15, 2024
Daniel Palmer, 92, of Bangor, PA passed away Monday, January 15th, at his residence.
Daniel was born in Roseto, PA on July 18, 1931, a son of the late Philip and Mary (Cascaoli) Palmer. He was the husband of Elayne M. (Babcock) Palmer. Together, they would have celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary this coming February 8th.
Daniel was employed as a heavy equipment operator for the Operatoring Engineers Local 542 in Philadelphia, until retiring. He proudly served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War.
Daniel was a member of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church in Roseto, PA. He was a member of the Father DeNisco Council #3862 Knights of Columbus in Bangor, a member of the Pocono Ridge Runner Snowmobile Club, and a founding member of the Washington Twp. Vol. Fire Co. He enjoyed camping, snowmobiling, and playing cards.
Daniel was preceded in death by his beloved daughter Danielle Marie Palmer. he is survived by three daughters, Marie Raisner, wife of Craig, Nicole A. Hossler, wife of Mike, and Bernadette T. Kooi, a son, Philip M. Palmer, three grandsons, Blaize and Palmer Raisner, and Daniel E. Palmer, and three step-grandchildren Emerson, Elliot, and Oliver Hossler. He was also preceded in death by three sisters, Anna Pecuch, Consella, and Grace Palmer, and three brothers, Michael, Louis, and Leonard Palmer.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 AM on Saturday, January 20th at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church at the corner of Third and Garibaldi Avenues in Roseto, PA. Family and friends are invited to a visitation from 9 - 10:30 AM on Saturday, January 20th at Gaffney Parsons Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc., 4 Lillian Lane, "Village of Johnsonville", Bangor, PA. Burial will be held at the New Mt. Carmel Catholic Cemetery, Roseto, PA. Online condolences may be offered at gaffneyparsons.com.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Kidney Foundation of Central PA, 900 S Arlington Ave #134a, Harrisburg, PA 17109, or to the charity of one's choice.
Read MoreTo Marie and Family,
Please let me offer my compassion to all of you during this difficult time.
Missy Probst
January 19, 2024 | Central City, PA | Coworker
Dear Marie ,family, and all those who knew and loved Daniel- I am so very sorry for your loss. I pray for comfort for you during this time of grief. May you always remember the light he brought to everyone’s lives!
Chelsea Burke
January 19, 2024 | Pittsburgh, PA | Friend
I'm so sorry for your loss. You and your family have been in my thoughts all week. Sending you love.
Valerie Alchier
January 19, 2024 | Pittsburgh, PA | Coworker
Dear Palmer family, sending you love and deepest condolences at this difficult time. I have many fond memories of your family during the girls’ summer league softball games many years ago. RIP Daniel.
Quin Teel
January 19, 2024 | Bangor, PA
To the Palmer Family, Our deepest sympathy..thoughts and prayers are with you all at this most difficult time..
Tom and Beverly Roberts
January 18, 2024 | Friend
Our sincere condolences to your family. Thinking of you and wishing you peace and comfort.
Brad & MaryJo Krum
January 18, 2024 | Other
Marie and family,
I am very sorry for your loss. Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Thinking of you during this difficult time.
Caitlin Klan
January 18, 2024 | Erie, PA | Friend
Bernie, Nicole, and family: I was sad to read of your father´s passing. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Hollie Schooley
January 18, 2024 | School
Elayne, God bless Dan and your family. We know He is there for you all. Love and Regards, Diane and Richard
Diane La Roza
January 18, 2024 | Flicksville, PA | Neighbor
