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Daniel Soza Obituary
Saginaw
Passed away Monday, March 3, 2014 at Henry Ford Hospital, age 66 years.
Daniel was born in Saginaw, Michigan February 6, 1948 the son of the late Daniel Cantu and Simona (Guzman) Soza, Sr. Daniel graduated from St. Joseph High School in 1966 and received an Associates from Delta College, BA from Michigan State University and Masters Degree from Antioch College. Daniel was a lifelong Educator at Delta College and Michigan State University and was passionate about making a difference in the lives of everyone he came in contact with. He served on the Saginaw City Council, National President of HELO (Hispanic Elected Local Officials), a founding member of the Brown Berets and MEChA of MSU. Daniel was an active member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, he loved to travel, and took many inspiring trips in his lifetime to Africa & Mexico.
Daniel is survived by his brother, Mario Soza (Rosalinda); Soul Mate Berta Gillenkirk, three children: Tanya Soza, Inez Soza Perez (Roberto), and Daniel R. Soza III (Fenis), all of Saginaw. He also is survived by the mother of his children, Rebecca Reyes Delgado, seven grandchildren, Sergio, Angelo, Tonatzin, Roberto, Matheo, Diego & Romulo as well as two nieces; Angela Rodriquez & Christina (Vicente) Vasquez and a special nephew Mario Soza II.
Visitation 2 - 8 p.m. Sunday at Case Funeral Home, 4480 Mackinaw Rd., Saginaw. Funeral Mass 11 AM Monday at St. Joseph Church, 915 S. 6th Ave., Saginaw. Contributions can be made to Daniel G Soza Fund (Wildfire CU). www.casefuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Daniel Soza
March 29, 2014
I've known Daniel since our youth's and he has always been a kind & friendly person.
My condolences to his family. Albert Garcia, Jenison,MI.
March 24, 2014
Soza Family, MY deepest condolences to all. Saginaw and Mexicanos should be proud of all of Daniel's contributions to the community. I have lost a wonderful friend. Descansa en paz, Daniel.
Enrique Velasquez
San Antonio, Texas
Lu P. Cruz
March 18, 2014
To la familia de Daniel,
In all these years I have never forgotten the impact your father made in my life. He was a blessing to encourage all Mexican-Americans to attend college. He was kind, and generous in his actions and words. What a loss to the world and a blessing to heaven. Thank you Daniel.
Richard Guzman
March 13, 2014
My Condolences to the Family.It was a Pleasure whenever I ran into my cousin on my visits home.He was always in good spirits.My Thoughts and Prayers are with you all.
Froylan Torres
March 12, 2014
MY deepest sympathy on the loss of a great person and a good friend.
"Pops" Fulgencio
March 10, 2014
I want to extend my condolences to the Soza family. I remember the days when we would play basketball at the Civica or at my familys back yard along with his brother Mario. Daniel was a very fierce competitor not only playing ball but in life also. He will be missed!
Angela Flores-Werner
March 10, 2014
Mr. Soza, was a great person. Kind, encouraging, a true mentor to me when I went to Delta College. He helped me in so many ways. His outlook on life was so positive and optimistic. I will truly miss my dear friend.
March 10, 2014
My deepest sympathies to the Soza family - Daniel will always be remembered by the many people his life had touched and his work for La Raza! God Bless you~ Linda Delgado Kipp
March 9, 2014
To Mario & The Soza Family:
My deepest sympathy on the passing of Daniel. He was a stand-up guy from the old school. I remember him from the Brown Beret days. May The Lord comfort the Soza & Guzman families during these sad times. Jesse Gonzales
Ramiro Guzman
March 9, 2014
Our condolences and prayers to the family Danny was a great person and cousin we'll miss you love Ramiro and family
Michael Gonzales
March 9, 2014
Daniel Soza Jr. was helpful and instrumental in me going to college. My prayers to his family.
Robert Andreotti
March 9, 2014
Please accept my deepest sympathies. I enjoyed my talks with Dan. He was a very kind, understanding man to all. Dan was a great man to work with when he was on City Council. He will be missed by many people.
Larry Campbell
March 9, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are extended to the family. Mr Soza wisdom will truly be missed, from the first time I met him he always was a very polite, wise and caring person. We all will miss you my friend, mentor and faithful soldier for all causes.
Michael d Balls
March 7, 2014
So sorry to here about my brother passing ,thanks for your help during the election
March 7, 2014
So sorry to hear about my bro. Passing I will miss his wisdom and help with my election to the saginaw city council
George Garcia
March 7, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with the family, Danny III, Tanya, Inez and Brother Mario and Family.
I met Dan a number of decades ago in the seventies, while at Delta College. Without Mr. Soza's Help, I would not have become the clinical psychologist, I am today. He always said not only do you need to become a psychologist, but you need to become an "exceptional one," because he was exceptional, and he was there when I needed him. He helped me and encouraged me to move forward and achieve my dreams. Soon after, we became good friends.
Mr. Dan Soza was exceptional at all levels, intellectually, psychologically, spiritually and politically. He had the gift of dealing with difficult situations when others had given up, and he would do it methodically.
Mr. Dan Soza, I will miss you my fellow vegan, my mentor and my good friend.
George Garcia
Psychotherapist
Tony & Janie Olivarez
March 7, 2014
To the Soza family, you are in our prayers during this difficult time.
Alicia Fulgencio-Flint
March 7, 2014
Tanya, Inez & Danny,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Your dad was a great man.
Diane Snowden
March 7, 2014
I worked with Daniel while he was on City Council. Daniel was very personable and an easy and pleasant person to work with. He would always bring me back small gifts when he went to Zapopan, Mexico. He will be surely missed. My prayers are with you and your family.
James Di Sarno
March 7, 2014
Danny and I were classmates at St. Joseph High School in Saginaw from 1962-63. Danny was the smartest and brightest in our Algebra 1 class. I haven't seen Danny since 9th grade and am not surprised that he ended up a math teacher. Danny and I would walk home every day for lunch and every day he would laugh at me because I had some wine for lunch and before going back to school. My grandparents lived next to the railroad tracks on sixth street. Condolences to both Soza and Guzman families. I will keep Danny in my nightly prayers forever.
Ricardo Valle
March 7, 2014
Activist, leader, friend. Nos vemos.
Luz Zamarripa
March 7, 2014
Another angel has been added to Gods kingdom . You are all in my prayers .
Denise Fulgencio Campos
March 7, 2014
Tanya, Inez, and Danny-
Your father has left a great legacy of love, respect, and humanity not only to you but to an entire community. God has called this distinguished activist home. God bless you and your entire family with grace, peace, and strength.
Thinking of you,
Sergio & Denise Fulgencio Campos
Martha Carlton
March 7, 2014
The footprint of a loving giant has been left in my heart and the hearts of my family.
James Bush
March 7, 2014
We will miss you Hermano. Thank you for all that you did. Viva la causa!
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