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1960
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2019
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Daniel Nacin Obituary
Born in Flushing, New York, June 3, 1960, he was the son of the late Paul and Jacqueline (Belmont) Nacin and grew up in Valley Stream on Long Island before moving to East Windsor and Enfield. Dan worked for the United States Postal Service for 40 years following in the footsteps of his father, who was also a letter carrier for 25 years. He was a proud member of the National Association of Letter Carriers and served the postal union as the Secretary-Treasurer of NALC Merged Branch 86 and the Vice President of the Connecticut State Association of Letter Carriers.
When his sons were younger, he coached East Windsor baseball and Enfield hockey. Dan was an animated sports fan and loved cheering for the Yankees, Islanders, and Giants. He had a vast and varied love of both food and music. He shared his love of seafood with his family and went to hundreds if not thousands of concerts. Dan had a gentle heart, a love for his family that was unmatched, and a service to his community that will be remembered fondly by all who had the pleasure of knowing him.
Besides his beloved wife Tina, he leaves two cherished sons, Andy and Alex Nacin and their mother, Donna Messina; his sister, Cathy Paolillo and her husband, Tony, and their children, Alyssa and Anthony; large extended Nacin, Quarequio, and Messina families; and too many friends and co-workers to mention.
His family will receive friends on Wednesday, Aug. 28, from 4 to 8 p.m. at Leete-Stevens Enfield Funeral Home, 61 South Road, Enfield.
A celebration of Dan's life will be held Thursday, Aug. 29, at 11 a.m. at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to your local hospice or the Postal Employees Relief Fund, P.O. Box 7630, Woodbridge, VA 22195. Dan was a longtime blood donor and gave every chance he got. In his memory, please donate a pint of blood and help save a life.
For online condolences, please visit www.leetestevens.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Daniel Nacin
angela winn
September 18, 2019
I am so sorry for your loss. What a wonderful man.
September 14, 2019
Just saw this terrible news while scanning around on facebooks. I'm so sorry to hear of this. We had a lot of fun playing softball for many years. My deepest condolenses to all his family and friends. Brett Woodard Broad Brook,Ct
August 29, 2019
My sympathy to Dan s family and friends, May God comfort you all at this time. May Dan Rest In Peace . A sister lettercarrier, New Britain, Cindy Nolan
Susan Austin
August 29, 2019
So very sorry for your loss. Heartbreaking story. My prayers for Dan and his wife and family.
J T
August 29, 2019
One more road trip my old friend. Hundreds of shows over thousands of miles... a small but cherished gang we were back in the day.
"Fireworks, calliopes and clowns"
David Cannamela
August 28, 2019
I heard this song for the 1st time lastnight and totally lost it.. "One More light"
I will always think of Dan when I hear this song.
August 28, 2019
Condolences and Love to the Nacin family and friends.
Roger Kober USPS Louisville, KY.
Paul Catino
August 28, 2019
Dan was a great guy. We played softball together in East Windsor for almost twenty years: just what you wanted in a teammate, competitive, but always good-natured and fun. Always quick with a laugh and good to have around. He loved attending concerts as much as playing sports. I remember back when his boys were very young, one of them knew all the words to "Tangled Up In Blue", when it seemed he should've been singing the alphabet, and how proud that made Dan. When it was a new thing, Dan burned some CD's for me of great Grateful Dead shows, and those CD's remain treasures for me. He will be missed. A tragic loss. I'm very sorry.
Andrew Smyth
August 28, 2019
Dear Tina,
My deepest condolences to you on the loss of your dearest Husband Dan. May the love of your family, friends and work colleagues help bring you through this terrible time. You are in our hearts and minds.
Rick & Eleanor Bateman
August 27, 2019
May God bless you and keep your family in the protective palm of His hand during this time of sorrow.
David Taimanglo
August 27, 2019
My most sincere condolences to Dan's family. Like many, I did not know him personally, but like him, I work for the postal service. My heart aches for Dan's family, and I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.
Margaret Carvalho
August 27, 2019
Tina and Family, my deepest sympathy. May his soul rest in Peace. May GOD give you strength through these difficult times. God Bless.
sastry J.
August 27, 2019
Tina, my deepest condolences for your loss. May God give you the strength to persevere through these difficult times.
M. Bray
August 27, 2019
Your Dad sounded like an amazing person. We didn't know him personally but sure did remember him passing him while on his postal route in Enfield.We are so very sorry for your loss I will keep you all in my daily prayers ...May God Bless You All With His Grace
David Cannamela
August 26, 2019
I am so sorry to hear of Daniels sudden passing.I did not know Dan but being a fellow letter carrier out of the East Longmeadow office,I can only imagine the dedication of 40 years he brought to his customers.I pray that the Grace of God carries you and your family through this time of sorrow. God Bless Daniel Nacin.
Lucy K.
August 26, 2019
My deepest condolence to the family...Where lives pass, memories carry on forever, may all the beautiful memories of Dan help you thru this time.
Lucy K.
Ken McAvoy
August 26, 2019
So many stories of shows seen early, we evolved together listening to the music and going to shows, I will miss you Danny
Angela Martel
August 26, 2019
To The Family of Dan Nacin,
I did not know Dan but wanted you all to know how sorry I am of your tragic loss.
My prayers and thoughts go out to all of you.
Life is not fair and this man was taken from you too soon it is so sad.
Please again know that I am praying for all of you and may Dan rest in peace.
God Bless
Angela Martel
Sharon G
August 26, 2019
My condolences to Dan and his family...
As part the postal family this truly hits home...
Prayers for everyone
Branch 12 winchendon Ma
Rob Vella
August 25, 2019
I had the pleasure of working with Dan at the Enfield Post Office for several years before I moved to Florida in 1995. He was a hard working guy with a great personality and sense of humor. Dan was well liked and respected by his peers. We were both Yankee & NY Giants fans and we talked sports nearly everyday. I am deeply sorry for your loss. May God Bless all of Dan's family and friends in this time of sorrow. Sincerely, Rob Tooter Vella
Lisa Dion
August 25, 2019
Tina,Alex,and Andy:
There are no words to express, how truly sorry I am to hear of this tragedy.
As Dan's Hairdresser for 37 years, he was a client, a friend, and like a brother to me. His smile, always a welcomed one ,every 5 weeks.
I looked forward to those appointments with him,and he liked me to book them 1 year in advance...So every January, Id get out the calender, count 5 weeks ,and give him 12 months of appointments!
A dedicated Father , he truly was. He loved to brag about his boys. He was so proud of you guys.
And to you Tina, he adored you. I was so happy that he found you, and was able to make cherished memories with you.
My heart like yours, may be broken...but with time, I can only hope and pray, hearts will mend, and memories of this amazing man, can live on.
God has reasons,we can't even begin to understand. But I truly believe he will provide peace and comfort,as well. Call on him for strength...and believe that God, needed him more.An angel, taken so tragically, but an angel taken home, to the HEAVENS.
Had I known, 2 weeks ago when I cut his hair, it would be our last, I would've hugged him tight, and said,"Goodbye my friend. Until we meet again."
I am so honored, to have had him in my life. RIP Dan...Im going to miss seeing you, and spending that half hour, every 5 weeks. Luv you! Go Yankees!!!
Joan Schuck
August 25, 2019
RIP my friend and concert buddy your laugh will be missed I will never forget your humor or love of music everytime we go to a show and I see the tail gate set ups I will always think of you and the fun we all had on the many road trips. You will be in our hearts for ever. So many great memories you were taken too soon. Rest in peace my friend.
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