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Daniel Cheezan Obituary
Cheezan, Jr.
age 55 of Canton, passed away suddenly on Sunday at Alliance Community Hospital. A life resident of the Canton area, Dan was a member of St. Louis Catholic Parish and a 1977 graduate of St. Thomas Aquinas High School. He was employed with the Boy Scouts of America Buckeye Council. Dan was active in scouting for 45 years in many capacities, serving on many committees and as Scoutmaster and Campmaster. He earned the Eagle Scout Award, 5th year Pipestone and Order of the Arrow. Dan was a good hearted, friendly man who loved his family and was happiest doing things with them.
He was preceded in death by his father, Daniel C. Cheezan, Sr. Dan is survived by his mother, Maria (Cosentino) Cheezan of Louisville; children, Shaun Cheezan, Ashley Cheezan, Daniel C. Cheezan III all of Canton; granddaughter, Karen Marie Cheezan; brothers and sister-in-law, Frank Cheezan of Louisville, David J. and Karen Cheezan of Wauseon, Ohio, and nephews, Michael, Anthony and Nicholas Cheezan.
Friends will be received on Thursday from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Rossi Funeral Home. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday at 11 a.m. at St. Louis Catholic Parish with Rev. Fr. Larry Frient, celebrant. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the Boy Scouts of America Buckeye Council.
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Chuck Stahl
August 8, 2013
Was so sorry to hear of Dan's pasing. We met many years ago at Camp Buckeye. Always had a warm smile and handshake when we would crossed paths. RIP my friend.
Tanya and Clarence Burch
August 1, 2013
Danny and Shawn and family, my condolences to you and your family. We didn't know him long but he was a good guy. Prayers to everyone.
Melanie Miday-Stern
July 26, 2013
I only knew of Dan through his brother, Frankie. I worked with Frankie at McD's in Louisville and Harmont! He spoke of his brother from time to time and with a smile/smirk. I just lost my grandmother about 3 weeks ago. Give a HUGE hug for me,Dan, please!
Sue Petty
July 26, 2013
My prayers are with all the family. I am happy to say that Daniel was a good man and dad. Glad to have met him. Rest in peace friend. He will never be forgotten and always remembered.
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Jim Tolin Jr
July 26, 2013
My heartfelt condolences go out to Dan's family. I was very saddened to hear of his passing. Just genuinely a great guy. Too young to leave us.
STA Class of '76.
Mary Caiazza - Amato
July 26, 2013
I went to high school with Dan. What a wonderful man he grew to be. My sister Peewee wanted an Aquinas year book for 1977 and he found it for her. This world will miss a very caring and giving man.
Terry Jamison
July 26, 2013
My deepest sympathy to Dan's family, he was a very good hearted man. We worked together for many years and caught up a few months ago at Walmart. We laughed about all the characters in our previous jobs and where we ended up. So sad to read about this accident but I am sure he is in a better place, RIP my friend.
Mike Burke
July 26, 2013
I went to high school with Dan and I always remember him as being a kind and gentle classmate with a great sense of humor. My prayers go out to the family during this time and may you feel God's love and comfort during this time of loss.
July 26, 2013
To the Cheezan family. Dan was a great guy . High school together and band was a nicer place to be because of him. And I still have the prom pic that we took together. He will be missed greatly, but god has a new Angel to watch over us now. Luv and Blessings. Donna Lampe Kennedy Class of "77"
Gayle Schorsten,Schleicher
July 26, 2013
My thoughts and prayers to all of you. STA 77
Kathy Parks
July 25, 2013
So sorry for your lose...both Michael and Tiarra went to school with your children...my family's prayers are with you..
Chris Showalter
July 25, 2013
Shaun, sorry for your loss! STA Class of 77! Chris
Kristi McDermitt
July 25, 2013
Dan was a sincere and wonderful man, he always had a smile and kind words for me. You will be missed, and my thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time.
Evie swegheimer
July 25, 2013
To the family, I am so sorry to here of the loss of Daniel, what a loss to all of us and the world, he gave so much and ask for so little, what a great person he was, Rest In Peace My Friend, In Christ, Evie Dadisman Swegheimer
Dominic Mercorelli
July 25, 2013
Sorry to hear about your family lost. Dan was a wonderful person that I got to meet through scouting. He truly will be missed! Your family will be in my prayers in this tragic time! Now there another eagle flying over all of our heads! RIP Dan!
God Bless
Ken Flanagan
July 25, 2013
Dan and I had a lot of good times in Scouting together. We go clear back to the days at Camp Buckeye. He will be missed. My deepest sympathies to the family.
Lillian Rauvola
July 25, 2013
Maria ....My deepest sympathy to you and your family. I will keep you in my prayers that God will give you strength in the difficult days ahead.
Jim Steiner
July 25, 2013
My deepest sympathies and condolences to the Cheezan family. Dan was always smiling and friendly when I saw him at any Scouting events and down at camp.
Michael Witmer
July 25, 2013
My condolences to the Cheezan Family, I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep Dan and all of you in my prayers as you go through this difficult time.
May God bless you all. R.I.P. Dan - you will be missed.
July 25, 2013
Maria and family, I was so sorry to hear of Dan's passing. He did a wonderful job of getting everyone together for the Fairmount School Reunion. He will be missed. Stay true to your faith and God will see you through these difficult days. Love to all of you. Helen Ring
Jim Steiner
July 25, 2013
My deepest sympathies and condolences to the Cheezan family. Dan was always friendly and smiling every time I ran into him at a Scouting event or down at camp.
Lillian Pandrea
July 25, 2013
Dear Cheezan Family, Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you at the loss of your loved one. God bless and keep you at this terrible time. The Pandrea Family
Tyra Sullivan
July 24, 2013
My heart n prayers go out to Shaun Rachel Danny n Ashley. May you hold your heads high as for now you have a special angel watching over you. I'm here if you guys need anything.
Herb Justice
July 24, 2013
My deepest sympathy to all of the Cheezan family.
Regina Birone-Macke
July 24, 2013
I am so sorry this has happened to your brother, Dave. I am sending prayers to your family.
Richard A. Heyard Jr
July 24, 2013
So sorry to hear of Dan's passing on to the Heaven Jamboree. A great example for scouting youth: as well as, people in general. Fellow classmate and scouter you WILL be missed by many far and wide.
Ashley Cheezan
July 24, 2013
Ashley Cheezan
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Ashley Cheezan
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Ashley Cheezan
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Ashley Cheezan
July 24, 2013
with daughter Ashley
Ashley Cheezan
July 24, 2013
with granddaughter Karen Marie at the circus
Ashley Cheezan
July 24, 2013
Ashley Cheezan
July 24, 2013
with granddaughter Karen Marie on Halloween
Ashley Cheezan
July 24, 2013
with granddaughter Karen Marie
Ashley Cheezan
July 24, 2013
with granddaughter Karen Marie
Ashley Cheezan
July 24, 2013
with daughter Ashley
Ashley Cheezan
July 24, 2013
with mother Maria
Ashley Cheezan
July 24, 2013
4 generations. Danny III, Maria, Karen Marie, Dan Jr
Ashley Cheezan
July 24, 2013
Ashley Cheezan
July 24, 2013
Dan holding granddaughter Karen Marie for the first time
Ashley Cheezan
July 24, 2013
Dan with brothers and parents
Ashley Cheezan
July 24, 2013
2006 Family portrait
Ashley Cheezan
July 24, 2013
Ashley, Dan, Danny III at Heather/Bobby Kinser's wedding 2013
Ashley Cheezan
July 24, 2013
2013 Family Reunion with his brothers Frank & David
Ashley Cheezan
July 24, 2013
7 Ranges Shotgun Range 2013
Ashley Cheezan
July 24, 2013
7 Ranges Shotgun Range 2013
Ashley Cheezan
July 24, 2013
Dan with his 3 kids,Shaun and twins Ashley & Danny III
Ashley Cheezan
July 24, 2013
Dan with granddaughter Karen Marie
Ashley Cheezan
July 24, 2013
Beverly Gibson
July 24, 2013
Sincere deep regrets to the Family of Dan. What a great guy. Loving, kind, giving. He earned his Wings here on Earth, being who he was. In the last year he has brought so many of the Fairmount people back together that lost contact for 40 years. All just to be who He is, a Prince among us. The last few times I saw him, we laughed, talked about the past and he never failed to make a person feel special. RIP Dan, For Your Work On Earth Is Done, Play those drums for the Angels to sing with you buddy. No more lessons, just Music, sweet music. Hugs, Beverly Gibson Menendez
July 24, 2013
my heart goes out to the family .Dan and i worked together and i was his supervisor .he was well liked ,always had a smile always willing to help, we had many laughs ,Dan will be missed rest in peace Dan from Linda Mcintosh and your co workers and all the people that had the chance to meet you.
Gina Kress
July 24, 2013
Cheezan family I'm so sorry for your loss! He was a wonderful human being and like by so many. God bless you!
July 24, 2013
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Pat & Don Ward
July 24, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Dan will always be in our hearts he was a very wonderful person to know and he will be missed.
Paul Cheezan
July 24, 2013
Dan you will be missed.
Brian Linder
July 24, 2013
Dan will always be remember well. From Camps Buckeye to Tuscazoar to 7R...on brothers on until were Eagles all.
My deepest sympathy to all of the Cheezan family.
Carrie McClelland
July 24, 2013
Always loved never forgotten always my uncle Dan forever in my heart
MARLENE CURTICE
July 24, 2013
TO SHAWN ASHLEY AND DAN CHEEZEN SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS OF YOUR FATHER MY PRAYER AND THOUGH ARE WITH YOU ALL I KNOW BOTH YOUR DAD AND MOM WORK WITH BRENDA FOR YEAR AND SEE YOUR DAD EVER DAY HE WAS A NICE MAN AND I KNOW HE WILL BE MISS R.I.P MR CHEEZEN
Laurie Zollars
July 24, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. My boys were at scout camp with Daniel recently. He was a great leader and teacher. "God Bless"
Thomas Brown
July 24, 2013
To the Cheezan family thinking of you this time of loss. Prayers are with you.
The Thomas Brown family
July 24, 2013
Even though I never meet him. My heart is truly heavy for Ashley and her family. I lost my father at a young age, along with my step father two years ago. praying for you and your family. love you girl. I know it's not the same, but your daddy will be smiling down on you on your wedding day.
Kathleen McDowell
July 24, 2013
My condolences to his entire immediate family. I am so saddened by this news. Danny was loved & admired and will be missed by so many. I remember his kind, warm spirit at the many extended family events growing up in Canton.
Anzel Milini
July 24, 2013
My Condolences and sympathy go out to my dear friend Ashley and her family for the loss of Mr. Cheezan. I did not know him well but spoke with him a few times when he was picking up Ashley for lunch at work. Ashley always spoke highly of him and from what i see he was a good man. R.I.P. Mr Cheezan You will always be remembered and sadly missed by those who knew and loved you.
Cathy Bowen
July 24, 2013
My heart goes out to the children and family of Daniel. So many a Sat. morning when the Cheezan came bowling; their father was there to support them and cheer them on. always smiling so proud of both of them. Never once did I see Him unhappy or yell at them cause they bowled bad. He never question when I asked for help, He always was there for what ever was needed of Him. then came the night that His parents had a fun raiser for Danny; the look of sorrow He had I in His eyes, worrying about what will happened next to His son. But when He saw all the support they got from family, friends, and just people who wanted to help. It made the sorrow fad a bit. for through the years all the help and kindness He gave to others, came back 3 times the fold. Those that read these words, read them with a smile on your face; for this Man had a heart of gold, and never turned His back one anyone or any reason. Ashley, Danny be proud of this Man cause You couldn't ask for a better friend/father if You had order one. Lovin memories will fill Your hearts and put smiles on your faces. Love you both Cathy Bowen
Cindy Mayle
July 24, 2013
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Patti Carden
July 24, 2013
When I hear thunder, I will think of you playing your drums in Heaven
Marc Lanzer
July 24, 2013
Daniel, you WILL be missed! To all of the Cheezan family, my thoughts and prayers are with you!
Rick Fulton
July 24, 2013
Marie, I cannot tell you how saddened I was to learn of Danny's passing. I know it has been years--decades even since I have seen him but I will always remember the great times we had growing up together in the old Kirby Ave neighborhood. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
July 24, 2013
Danny was wonderful person.I will miss him always. -
Chuck Moyer
July 24, 2013
Dan was one of the few people on earth who always made me smile the instant I saw him. His good nature will be sorely missed and I hope I that some of Dan rubbed off on me. My deepest sympathies to the family.
Jeff Pickett
July 24, 2013
Dan, your quick wit, friendly demeanor and infectious smile will be sorely missed.
Janet & Michael Gonzalez Family
July 24, 2013
To the Cheezan Families, I am sorry to hear the loss of your Dan, We go way back to the Ox Roast at Camp Buckeye. He will be missed by many. You all are in our prayer. We had lost contact till he became involved with Troop 35 in North Canton's Troop!
July 24, 2013
Dan you were always a good person you will be missed by alot of people R.I.P.Daniel C. Cheezan as well I knowen you from boyscout's
Elizabeth Ramey-Horton
July 24, 2013
To the family: What a wonderful guy he was. My heart bleeds for you all. Dan was such a like able guy.I always called him Dan The Man. He liked to be called The Big Cheese. I can't say I knew a better person then Dan The Man.His passing has broke my heart. I'm so gad I stayed in touch with him through out my years.He new how to bring us all together. He was blessed with that great big heart of his. Always thinking of others then his self. I loved this guy. R.I.P my dear cuddly Bear. Beth Ramey-Horton
July 24, 2013
Danny, the times our families spent together were like magic in their delight. You will be forever loved and remembered as a man with nothing but kind words and a ceaseless smile. Love to you all in this hour.
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