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DANIEL T. NILAND

1947 - 2023

DANIEL T. NILAND obituary, 1947-2023, West Roxbury, MA

BORN

1947

DIED

2023

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William J. Gormley Funeral Home

2055 Centre Street

West Roxbury, Massachusetts

DANIEL NILAND Obituary

NILAND, Daniel T. Age 76, of Jupiter, FL, formerly of Mission Hill, and West Roxbury, passed away peacefully, Wednesday, July 19, 2023. Danny was born in Boston, March 1, 1947, to the late William and Nora (Bradley) Niland. Beloved husband of 53 years to Florence (McLean). Father of Michelle Niland, Dyan Teehan; and two grandchildren of Roslindale. Loving brother of Francis Niland of Westwood, Elaine McIntyre and her late husband Richard of Roslindale, Kathleen Baron and her late husband Paul of Dedham; and his sister-in-law Maureen Niland of Marshfield. Predeceased by his brothers Carl Niland and his late wife Thelma of Somerville, Ralph Niland and his late wife Geraldine of Walpole, Michael Niland and his late wife Carol of Marshfield and John Niland of Marshfield. Survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Danny served honorably in the United States Army. He is a Vietnam wounded combat Purple Heart Veteran. He is a proud American, devoted to his country, and fellow service men and women. Danny is known for his love of history, baseball, especially coaching CYO softball and basketball, jeopardy trivia, sense of humor and enormous heart. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, July 28, 2023, at The Basilica of Our Lady of Perpetual Help "Mission Church", 1545 Tremont Street, Boston, MA 02120. Interment MA National Cemetery, Bourne at 1:45 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Danny's memory to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation that supports our nation's greatest heroes and their families, www.T2T.org. For guestbook gormleyfuneral.com. William J. Gormley Funeral Service 617-323-8600

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Published by Boston Globe from Jul. 26 to Jul. 27, 2023.

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Paul Matckie

August 11, 2023

Florence and family, my sincere condolences for Danny. R.I.P.

Jeanne Cleary Smith

July 31, 2023

Dear Florence, Michelle and Dyan,
I am so sorry to learn of Dan's / your Dad's passing. He was such an amazing man and so generous. He gave so much of himself to his family and to our programs at the Mount. May the many wonderful memories you have be of comfort to you all, especially during these difficult days. Please know that Dan and all of you are in my thoughts and prayers.
With Love,
Jeanne Cleary-Smith, Mount Saint Joseph Academy

Kevin McDermott

July 28, 2023

Florence, I just heard about Danny´s passing. I am sincerely sorry for your loss. Danny was a great competitor, a talented baseball player, and a kind person. May he Rest In Peace.
Kevin McDermott
Mission High `65

Eileen Kiley Hastie

July 27, 2023

So very sorry to hear of Danny´s death. My condolences to Florence and family. May he rest in peace

Tom Walsh

July 27, 2023

Very sorry to hear about Danny´ s passing. He was an outstanding southpaw on our varsity baseball team...excellent fastball with movement. Danny was a true competitor and a great teammate.
Our condolences to Florence and the Niland and McLean families.
Rest In Peace Danny.

Tom Walsh
Mission High ` 64

Terry Gibbons M.C.H.S. `65

July 27, 2023

I remember Danny as a great left-handed pitcher for the varsity baseball team. He had a great fastball.A fun teammate .Our condolences to Florence and family.

Dick George 101st Airborne Division

July 27, 2023

Requiescat in pace amica meus! Ave at que vale!

Richard Stanton

July 27, 2023

I am sorry to read of Danny's passing. A great kid growing up in Mission Hill. My sincere condolences to Florence and the entire Niland and McLean Families. May Danny rest in peace.Sincerely, Richie Stanton

Jimmy Considine, Charlestown

July 27, 2023

Thank you for your service to our country. May you rest in peace.

Denise DiCola

July 26, 2023

So sorry to hear about our neighbor, "Mr. Dan". He always took the time to check on me and the kids. I always enjoyed our talks. We will miss his kindness and sense of humor. Our condolences to Florence and your family.
- Denise, DJ and Nicole

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Jul

28

Mass of Christian Burial

10:00 a.m.

The Basilica of Our Lady of Perpetual Help "Mission Church"

1545 Tremont Street,, Boston, MA

Jul

28

Interment

1:45 p.m.

MA National Cemetery

Bourne, MA

Funeral services provided by:

William J. Gormley Funeral Home

2055 Centre Street, West Roxbury, MA 02132

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