Photo courtesy of Paul Funeral Home of Washington
Washington, North Carolina
Jan 28, 1952 – Jan 26, 2023
Mr. David Yates Daniel, Sr. age 70, a resident of Old Forte Shores Road, Chocowinity, died Thursday, January 26, 2023, at his home.
A memorial service will be held 2:00 PM Saturday March 4, 2023 at the First Baptist Church in Washington. There will be a floating visitation from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm prior to the service.
Mr. Daniel was born in Newton, N.C. on January 28, 1952. He was the son of the late William Ashley Daniel and Patricia Ruth Baker Daniel. Mr. Daniel was an Air Quality Technician with the North Carolina Department of Natural Resources. He was a member the First Baptist Church where he served as a Deacon and Head of the Property Committee. Mr. Daniel served as Athletic Director at Washington High School from 2006-2007. As a youth, he played softball for several years. In his spare time, he enjoyed fishing.
On January 14, 1972, Mr. Daniel married the former Deborah Stephens, who survives.
Surviving with his wife are his two sons, Yates Daniel and companion, Chris, Clinton Daniel and companion, Staci; grandson, Asher Daniel; two sisters, Jane Price and husband, Max of Wilmington, Shirley Harris of Atlanta GA; and brother, Tommy Daniel and wife, Margaret of Richmond, VA.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the First Baptist Church General Fund, 113 North Harvey Street, Washington, N.C. 27889
Online condolences may be offered to the family by visiting www.paulfuneralhome.com
Paul Funeral Home & Crematory in Washington is honored to serve the Daniel family.
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Deb and family. We are so very sorry for your loss. David was a great man. He will be missed!! He and Jimmy Moore are probably having some high level discussions right now. One day we will see them again and Oh what a glorious day that will be.
Robert and Fonda Gautier
February 07, 2023 | Washington, NC | Friend
I remember David from highschool. My prayers go to his family.
Jeannie King Dyer
February 02, 2023 | Puyallup, WA | Acquaintance
TO THE DANIEL FAMILY
My condolences to each of you on the passing of David. It is never easy to lose a beloved one, no matter the age. I pray for your peace and comfort as you continue your life journey without David's earthly presence. May the love you shared together honor "David's" memory and may you cherish the time you had together for a lifetime
Lloyd E Inman, Jr.
February 02, 2023 | Raleigh, NC | Coworker
I fondly remember David in High School but lost touch with him once we graduated. My heart is saddened to hear of his passing and grieved for his family & friends. Sending my deepest sympathy.
Janice (Kiel) Schoew
January 30, 2023 | Garner, NC | Classmate
Deb, Yates, and Clint we were so sad to hear about David. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Sending love.
Lynn Jones, Pat and Ronnie Turner
Lynn Turner Jones
January 30, 2023 | Washington, NC | Friend
So sorry. Praying for your family. Steve and Beth Mizelle
Beth Mizelle
January 30, 2023 | Washington, NC
So sorry for your loss, Debbie. Prayers for you and your family.
Bob and Naomi Nimmo
January 30, 2023 | Washington, NC
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family during this difficult time. Such a sweet and good person, with a smile for everyone.
Cathy and David
Cathy Fields
January 29, 2023 | CHOCOWINITY, NC | Friend
Deb, I am so sorry to learn about David. He was the most fun to be around - always joking and laughing. That's how I'll always remember him. He was a good guy.
Kay Andrew
January 29, 2023 | Washington, NC | Friend