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Dan Neilson
1967 - 2022
Dan Neilson
1967 - 2022
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1967
DIED
2022
Dan Neilson Obituary
Dan (Showalter) Neilson, 55, of Meriden, husband of the late Pamela (Badgley) Neilson, passed away peacefully at Midstate Medical Center on Sunday September 18, surrounded by family and friends.
Dan worked for United Concrete in Wallingford for over 30 years. He was an avid fisherman and lover of all things outdoors. He especially enjoyed spending time with his best friend, Sean Yasensky and his beloved dog, Ragnar.
Dan is survived by his two daughters, Stephanie (Nick) Dacunto and Sara Neilson. He is also survived by his father, Dan Showalter Sr. of Fallbrook, California, his mother Patricia (Keefe) Neilson of Buffalo, New York, his sister, Kathleen Neilson, of Phoenix, Arizona and his brother, Tom (Maria) Neilson of Buffalo, New York. He is also survived by mother and father-in-law, Roger and Theresa Badgley of Southington.
The family would like to thank the staff at Midstate Medical Center for the excellent care and support.
Dan’s family will receive relatives and friends at The Wallingford Funeral Home, 809 North Main Street Ext. on Thursday, September 22, 2022 from 4PM until 7PM. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to his funeral expenses by clicking the link below. https://gofund.me/2ab6bba0
11 Entries
Phyllis Tornberg
September 21, 2022
I did not know Dan very well,but his light shined through in his beautiful daughters,Stephanie and Sara.They are what he left as his legacy for a long time to come.They are your footprint in this world...May you R.I.P knowing your daughters will always make you proud.
Michael Keefe
September 21, 2022
My prayers and thoughts are with Dan’s family.
Lonnie Bernardo
September 20, 2022
Still in disbelief Praying for strength and peace for the family ❤
Christine Gonzalez
September 20, 2022
Sara,Stephanie and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss! As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
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Dena Virgulto
September 20, 2022
To my daughters, Steph & Sara, you made your dad so proud! The care you've always shown him, especially the last two weeks while he was sick is just so heartwarming. He loved you both so much and I know you will always carry a piece of him with you. So glad we were able to be there for dad and that he passed away knowing how much he was loved. I know him and Pam are together and will always watch over you. Dan, I will miss you. Rest peacefully. Love, Dena
Marilyn Concepcion
September 20, 2022
Dan was always someone who would make you laugh, great conversation with him. He will be missed
Sean McDonald
September 19, 2022
Dan
You will be missed. Rest easy my friend.
Raymond Berrios
September 19, 2022
We have known each other for along time my friend. You were full of life and great guy. Rest in peace my friend
Michele Lawson
September 19, 2022
S.I.P Dan. Your were a great guy my high school friend. Sending the family lots of prayers and strength to get through this loss.
Jason Showalter
September 19, 2022
The words you shared with me after the passing of my Dad your Uncle i will NEVER FORGET! Thank you!
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