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Daniel Tacka Obituary
Elmira - Age 61, of Elmira died on Thursday, June 18th, 2020 after a brief battle with cancer. He died peacefully, surrounded by his family. Dan was a master fisherman, hunter, outdoorsman with a wicked sense of humor. Dan was born in Elmira, graduated from EFA in 1978, and worked as a machinist at Hilliard. He also worked as a mason and at several area restaurants. Always the life of any party, Dan would light up a room with his matchless wit. An accomplished cook, Dan claimed he could fillet a fish or dress a deer in record time. Of late, Dan became a voracious reader of history. He is survived by his son, Michael J. Tacka of Titusville, Florida; his loving partner, Mary Cornacchio, of Elmira; and siblings, Michael Tacka of Horseheads, Nancy Barlow of Virginia, Joseph Tacka, Kevin Tacka and Patricia Burrows of Maine. He was predeceased by his parents, Chester Tacka and Adeline Tacka of Elmira. He is also predeceased by his dear friends, Pat Coughlin, Greg Morrell and by his beloved dog, Destiny. Dan will be sorely missed by his friends and family. A private memorial service will be held at Beaverkill River, Catskill Mountains, NY at a later date.
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Rich Lynough
June 12, 2024
I'll always remember all the laughs and great times we shared together.
Mike Deming
June 19, 2023
Think about you and miss you a lot Danny. Wish things could have been different. You passed way too young and are sadly missed.
John Sorgenfrei
June 13, 2022
I know this is late but Dan and I used to Bass fish all the time in a small john Boat when we seniors in high school I really enjoyed Dan's Wit and friendship he was a very good soul and we had such good memorable fun. Dan will be missed
Terry J Mucci
June 12, 2021
Miss them old daze Danny!! R.I.P.
Marcy Clark
June 24, 2020
So true, Dan, best fish filet. Taught me years go - still put white beans in my chili today. Rest in Peace..My condolences to the family
Yvonne Madison
June 23, 2020
My sincerest condolences to Kevin and Dan's family and loved ones. I am glad I had a chance to get to know Dan and share many laughs . Rest in Peace
Rich Lynough
June 22, 2020
Wow! Dan was one of the funniest people I had the pleasure to know. I had some great times hanging with him! We'll all miss him!
cory pierson
June 22, 2020
r.i.p. danny u will be truly missed .
Tina Cerio
June 21, 2020
He was one of the funniest people i knew. Loved his Laugh. What a DareDevil Back in the Day. I used to like when he wore his Hat into Westside Tavern. Fly High, Dan.
Nancy Shope
June 21, 2020
So sorry about Danny's passing. I have known him for years as he was friends with my boys. Always liked Danny. May you rest in peace Danny, I will miss seeing you. Nancy Shope
Rick Hitchcock
June 20, 2020
Sad News Indeed.....! (R.I.P. My Friend)
Mike Deming
June 19, 2020
My condolences to the Tacka family and Mary. I loved Danny like a brother and will miss him dearly, especially our evening calls and the corny jokes. Thankful I was able to take him on his last fishing trip and watch him land his last fish. God speed buddy. I hope youre happy again and are with Pat and Greg laughing your butt off.
With sincerest condolences and love, Sharon
June 19, 2020
I am so sorry for your loss, I know how hard it is to lose a sibling. We were all so close when we were young, those are the memories well keep. With sincerest condolences and love, Sharon
John Chely
June 19, 2020
One of a Kind. RIP
Terry Mucci
June 19, 2020
R.I.P. Danny
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