DANIEL G. McCANN

Remembering a great friend who was loved by all. God Bless Dan's soul, may he be resting in eternal peace.

Remembering Dan and his smile and enduring friendship. May peace be with his beautiful family who carries on his legacy. God Bless Dan that his soul is united with Him in eternity.

Another birthday is here, God Bless Dan's soul and God Bless his family. Forever missed.

Dan, we all miss you dearly. We have nothing but good memories of our times together. You must be proud of your family

It's been 10 years since Dan's earthly life ended, traded for eternal bliss, from where he awaits all those who Love him. God Bless Dan and his family.

Happy birthday Danny, you are remembered always.

Happy Birthday Danny, you are truly missed.

Remembering Dan and his family on this day. God Bless you all.

Happy birthday Dan, you left a strong legacy and your family is thriving. God Bless your soul.

Thinking of Dan and his family on this somber day.

Happy birthday Dan. Always on our hearts.

God Bless Dan and his family. Remembering him fondly.

Thinking of Dan on this day. God bless him and his family.

Thinking of you Dan. You will always be missed. God Bless you and your family.

I will never forget Dan, who was my store manager, come back to the warehouse....he took his suit jacket off...and helped me carry flattened cardboard out to the dumpster. Just me and him. He had no reason to do it, except that he was just that awesome a man. I have told this story so many times over the years. Dan showed me what a true leader does. I will never forget his example. I am so sorry to find he had passed. I was searching on Facebook to share this story with him and to thank him. Grace to you, his family.

Happy birthday Dan...your spirit remains with those of us who miss you so. May your soul rest in peace.

Hi Denise, I was shocked to hear about the loss of your husband. I stopped in my late wife's (Diane Bianco) Dicks Sporting Goods store in Washington,Pa recently and they informed me about Dan. I am so sorry for your and the boys loss. Dan was always so thoughtful, caring, and special to my wife during her time with the company. I am sure they are sharing a special moment in heaven. Tom Bianco and family.

My prayers go out for Dans entire family- there are never the right words to say to help ease the pain, but the memories of have of this great man will always bring a smile to my face- from the basketball games, bus rides, babysitting above his apartment- he always had a joke or a smile to brighten your day. I was truly blessed to have had him touch my life!

Denise,
I'm so very sorry to hear of your loss. You have my heartfelt sympathies and prayers.
Elsie

Denise and boys, I am so very sorry and shocked by Dan's passing. My heart is broken for you all. However I know that if anyone is in heaven it is he. What wonderful person he was and we are all better for knowing him. Sincerely, your former neighbor Andrea (Bell) McMullen.

Hi Denise: I worked with Dan in Vestal for 6 months but will easily be able to recall him forever. The smile was always there as was his interest in those around him. My thoughts and prayers..

I am so sorry to hear this news, Dan was one of the good guys.....I am so sorry to Dan's family for their loss.

Denise, Daniel, Michael and Patrick:

I can only echo what so many others have posted and commented this past week about your husband, your father and our friend. What struck me the most about Dan was just how genuine and humble a man he was. While he achieved so much in life, he chose to return to Hancock. While Hancock is no thriving metropolis, it has one thing no one else can claim; it is home to a great man – Dan McCann.

My heart is missing a huge piece as that is how much room Dan took in my heart. He was truly a good man, a wonderful husband a great father and to me and our family a nephew that was always there for us. n My thoughts and prayers are with Denise and the boys.
Dan is watching over them with his mother and Old Granny too.

My condolences to the family and friends of Dan McCann.

So sorry to hear of Dan's passing. It seems like yesterday we cheered for him in Hancock's Varsity basketball games, or shot endless hours of baskets at "the Omni". Truly a good soul. Very sorry of your loss.

Denise and family, our deepest sympathies for such an unbelievable loss. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Andy

So shocked and saddened to hear your husband Dan had passed. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.

Denise and Sons,
I just heard the tragic news of Dan's passing. My prayers and sympathy go out to you and the entire McCann family. I too had the pleasure of working with Dan for many years at DSG and I will always remember him as a kind, compassionate and hard working man.
It was an honor to know him as a friend.

We are so sorry for your lose Denise and sons. We worked with Dan at the Vestal DSG. He will be forever missed.

We will all miss you so much, and will do our best to help your family in any way we can. The family is in our prayers. Bob, Kim and Jack Patterson

From the time I was privileged to have Dan in 8th grade social studies and watched him help Coach John Zawatsky win a Section Four Baseball Title, he was nothing but class, class, class!! He will truly be missed along with his optimistic smile and view on life. Danny McCann was one of the greatest "winners" I have ever had the privilege of knowing! May he rest in peace and my sincere Condolences to his entire family and his Hancock Baseball Team Family!

No words seem appropriate at this time. I will forever cherish my years of working with Dan at Dick's in Conklin, NY. My prayers are with his family.

Denise and sons, it was a pleasure to have known your husband/father. Although it has been many years since I worked with him at the old Vestal store and played softball with him, the memories are still very fresh.
He was behind almost every joke, prank etc. and you always had to laugh, even when the joke was on you, because you would look over and there he would be with that big grin on his face proclaiming his innocence.

He will be missed.

I just learned of Dan's passing. I used to work with him at DSG. What an amazing, friendly, caring person he was! May his memory live eternal and God grant you peace and healing.

From all of us at Retailcomm, we're sending our heartfelt condolences. We have the highest admiration of Dan, who was an ally to everyone who he worked with. He was the gold standard in colleagues and it was a treat to be involved with anything he was involved with. We're sharing in sadness at his passing with all who knew and loved him, and we especially send our warmest wishes to his family. Prayers for peace in your loss of such a wonderful man.

- Nanette, Matthew, Teeg, Tracy, Bill, Russell, Sarah and all of us at Retailcomm.

To the McCann Family
My sincerest sympathies to you. I had the pleasure of meeting Dan through my work with Dick's Sporting Goods. He always treated me professionally and more importantly with kindness. He always conveyed a sense of warmth and compassion, something you don't see often enough these days. It was my priveledge to know Dan.

My deepest sympathies to Dan's Family. You are in my thoughts and prayers

Denise, Daniel, Michael and Patrick,

Please accept my deepest sympathy on the passing of Dan.

It was a privilege for me to have known Dan, and his loss will be felt by many, for a long time to come.

Dan was truly my brother also, and always will be.

Sincerely,
Phil Jagielski

Denise, Daniel, Michael and Patrick,

We are dearly sorry for your loss.

Dan will be truly missed but forever in our hearts!

Dan was the constant motivator and optimist of our group. He was our
coach and friend.

Who will forget him wearing suits to the intramural basketball playoffs to
show how serious he was about winning and to out class the other teams.

This enthusiasm carried over to the softball field, where I have some of my
fondest memories.

His constant humor made others want to be around him, he did not have a mean side.

He was always willing to help us out, he would lend you his car if you needed it for anything.

I remember him allowing a fellow student to stay in his dorm room when that student was not getting along with his room mate.

All of these traits were evident in his success in business and in his family life.

It would take days to relay all of the funny and fond memories I have of my time with him.

As we all just got together recently, it is hard to imagine the world without him.

Much Love,
Chris and Dee McGourty

I was crushed when I heard of Dan's passing. My heart breaks for his family, and for all who knew him. I'm having a difficult time coming to terms with the fact that I will never again walk into his office and be greeted by his 1000 watt smile - you know it was genuine because his eyes smiled, too - and a warm greeting and hug. I'll miss meeting him at Duff's for wings when in Buffalo, and talking about hockey (Go Sabres!). My prayers go out to his family. We are all better for having known Dan, and I feel fortunate that he was a part of my experience at DSG.

The words do not come easily now but the caring thoughts and prayers flow through. The warmth of family and friends that Dan shared with all of us is surrounding us now and will stay with us forever.
With Deepest Sympathy for the loss of a Great Soul to Heaven, from those of us left here on Earth,
Jean Brozack

Denise and sons,
I worked with Dan on opening new stores for the last few years. He was a great co worker and a great person. He will truly be missed by all. You and your family are in my prayers.
Terry Mausser

Denise, Can't imagine what you are feeling. Dan was TRULY one of the nicest people we have ever met. You and the boys will be in our prayers.

Denise..from the moment we heard you and your family have been in my thoughts and prayers. While our lives have not seen each other in years, you are still and always family.

Denise and sons, we are so sorry to hear for your loss. Dan was a wonderful man to work for and with at DSG. May God bless you and your sons in this time of sorrow.

Although I am having a hard time wrapping my head around this tragedy I am so grateful we were able to meet you Denise and see Dan at Nick's wedding. Danny and I had many fond memories when he would come to Chicago with his grandma. Your boys look so much like how I remember him as a young boy. I wish I had words to take your pain away. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the boy during this difficult time. I hope to continue to get to know you, even if it is just through facebook. Please keep us posted on how you are doing and how the boys are doing. I hope to one day meet the boys, they had an awesome father and you an awesome husband. Take care of yourself Denise.

I met Dan when we were both freshmen roommates at Niagara University in the fall of 1982. The school did a fine job of matching us based on the main criteria of similar interests and it was certainly HUGE to have a Red Sox fan to room with -way out in western New York. But what really made the match work was they paired a humble, likeable, friendly, outgoing person with an uptight kid from Connecticut. Dan was able to look past all of the things that made me difficult to deal with and stayed the course with me to include me in his inner circle.
Dan was the leader of a rag tag bunch of geographic misfits all of which were genuinely included by him in all the things we had come to define ourselves by – athletics. He pulled us onto the softball field and cajoled us onto the basketball court. To Dan, no one was excluded –no matter how little talent he may have had. Dan was our leader. Whether it was ordering wings at 2am or getting us out for our first softball practice with 3 inches or more of snow still on the ground.
Dan single handedly served as the recruiting wing of Niagara University in the Binghampton area. Incredibly three other friends from Hancock attended Niagara University – because Dan was there. To me he was their safety net – their trusted pied piper, their leader.
When Dan suffered a horrible car accident that caused him to be hospitalized for a month, Dan was never bitter or even angry. I'll never forget what he said to me shortly after being released from the hospital when he had finally met up with, and had a conversation with, the fellow student who had caused his hospital stay. Upon finishing his conversation, Dan strolled over to me, beaming with that wide smile of his that greeted all who met him, and said with genuine pride “____ said I was the nicest guy (he/she) ever met”. That is what mattered most to Dan, that others thought well of him. How could we not? There was not a thing about Dan anyone would ever have an ill word to say. What a legacy!
Dan and I shared opening day at Fenway Park with his Uncle Sonny and Uncle Donald from 1983-1985. I take comfort in knowing the last thing in baseball Dan was able to see was his Red Sox as the champions of baseball – for him their win is eternal.
God blessed you Denise, Daniel, Michael and Patrick. Please know your husband and your father was an inspiration and a true blessing to all who had the pleasure to know him.

My deepest sympathy to the McCann family. I worked for Dan for many years at DSG, he was always there with a hug for a greeting and an encouraging word when things were tough. I am so happy that he was able to see Boston win the WS at Fenway. He was always my Red Sox partner in the world of Yankees fans at work. He will be missed deeply.

Denise I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family

I am so saddened by the loss of Danny. I am so glad we got to see him at Nick's wedding. There are so many fun memories of him. Love to you and the boys.

Dan had an infectious smile and always made everyone feel great. He will never be forgotten and the 3rd floor of DSG will never be the same. Condolences to the entire McCann family. Rest in Peace, Dan

Denise..... I'm very saddened to hear of Dan's passing. My heart breaks for you & your boys. My thoughts and prayers are with you & your family. Xo

My sympathy to the entire McCann family. I was deeply saddened to hear of Dan's passing. He was a wonderful man.
Kathy Kelsey-Morgan
Niagara University
Class of '86'

To my beloved cousin I want you to know that you and your sons are in my prayers and I'm thinking of you guys everyday. In my brief encounters with Dan overs the years, It was easy to see why you fell in love with him! I saw a kind warm hearted soul with a smile of gold. Be thankful Denise though cut way to short , you had the love of your life and handsome kids with him! You've always meant the world to me and if there is anything I can do or say please call me

I don't believe I ever saw Dan without a smile on his face. He was the son every mother wished she had, the husband every wife could only dream of, the father every child should have been blessed with, and the friend that will never be forgotten. Keep the light on Dan...until we meet again.

Dear Denise & children, please accept our heartfelt condolence on the loss of your husband & dad. Warm regards, Alan, Olivia & Chloe Tenney.

Denise and family,
We are sad to hear about the passing of Dan. I will remember all of the great memories from Hancock Central. Baseball games, News Years at Dans house and especially the late night jam sessions on the big court!
our thoughts and prayers are with your entire family as you navigate through this difficult time.
Rob, Pattie, Dustin and Nathan Wrighter

I was deeply saddened by the news of Dan's passing. He was such a compassionate man and a true gentleman. I will always remember his smile, no matter where you were or who you were, he would always greet you with that friendly smile. He was a wonderful son to his mother and a true friend to many. My heart felt condolences to you and your faily.

My thoughts and prayers to Dan's family. I worked with Dan at Ames in Binghamton and he hired me at DSG. Such a sad loss, he was truly a kind and genuine person with an infectious smile who will be missed. Rest in peace Dan.

I saw Dan in July when he came up to check on our remodel. As always he had that infectious smile on him and gave me a great big hig. He always remembered your name and asked how you were doing. We talked of old friends no longer with the company and he asked me to give them his regards. There wasn't a nicer kinder person you would meet. Rest in peace Dan, you will be missed. My deepest condolences to his family.

I was very saddened to hear of the passing of Dan. Working with Dan for over 20 yrs at DSG there was not a kinder soul or a nicer person that I could have worked with and known and I am proud to have called him my friend! My thoughts and prayers are with his family !!!

Such a wonderful man,always a smile on his face.thoughts and prayers for his family

I truly have no words to express how I am feeling after this tremendous loss. You were such a big part of my life and you will forever be in my heart! We were all blessed to have you in our lives!

Sending prayers and deepest sympathies to Dan's wife and sons. I worked with Dan and was impressed that he always took the time to make everyone he interacted with feel special. He will be missed by so many. I am glad he got to see his beloved Red Sox win one more series.

Many prayers to the Dan McCann family and friends. I am thankful to have worked for Dan in the Pittsburgh market. Dan is responsible for my promotion to store managership with DSG in 2003. I truly enjoyed nudging Dan in his office about the RedSox while taking in a couple laughs in between job direction. Dan would call on me for special projects and often times work beside you. As a person, father, boss, and leader, Dan remains at the top of the list. Dan will be missed!
Prayers, and God Bless.

Dave Bone
DSG- (Glendale AZ)

My thoughts and prayers go out to Dan's family and friends.

My prayers to Dan's family. Such a sad loss of a nice and genuine person. I worked with Dan at DSG and he was such a nice and pleasant person to work with and always friendly. Dan will be missed by many.

My prayers to his family. Such a sad loss of a nice person. When I was at Dicks Sporting Goods he was always a pleasant and nice person to work with. I'm sure he will be missed by many.

Denise and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you, may God bless you with his grace in your time of loss. Lyn & Gray Weller (Snowcap neighbors)

Condolences to Dan's family. He had such a kind soul and infectious grin.

So sorry for your loss dan is one of many angels now thoughts and prayers. Colleen Crawford-foster

While growing up in Hancock, everyone used to gather at Dan's house to play basketball. Being a few years younger, some of the older guys had a tendency not to let the younger guys play, but Dan kept them in check and always made sure the younger guys got some playing time too. That was just one of example, of many, why Dan was such a great guy to so many people. I will never forget you Dapper!

May God comfort your wonderful family as you stand beside him in Heaven...

Dapper Dan you will forever be in our memories. I am honored to have met you in college and become friends with you. You are now with Jimmer H, another college friend of ours. May you both rest in peace and have a drink together. Forever in our hearts buddy. Peace

You will be missed but never forgotten Dapper Dan! You have given me many great memories! ~ Caryn Triff Lynch class of '85

Dan was one of the friendliest, kindest and most genuine people I have ever known. He always wore a smile on his face and was able to cheer others so easily. He was a hard worker, and a family man who was proud of his boys. All of us at DSG will miss you so much. Rest in peace and God bless you, Dan.

Peace to Dan & his family !!
From his former co-workers
at the Ames in Oneonta.

You will be for ever in our heart ! Xoxoxo

My Thoughts and Prayers to the McCann Family, I worked with Dan at Dick's Sporting Goods he was like a father to me on the New Store Team. I had so much respect for Dan he will be missed
Ari

Sending my sincere condolences to Dan's family! I had the pleasure of working with Mr. Dan McCann at Ames Dept store. Dan was such a pleasure to be around and always had a smile on his face. God has surely added a wonderful person to his family. God Bless you all. RIP Dan.

I truly enjoyed working with Dan at Ames many years ago. He loved his base ball and we could always count on a break to find out the score. RIP

My sincere sympathy and condolences to the McCann family. I had the pleasure of knowing Dan and working with him at Dick's Sporting Goods. Dan was a wonderful person and spirit who always made you smile. With Deepest Sympathy,