Name: Service for Daniel Warren McAllister
Start: 2020-12-05T19:00:00.000Z
Location: Zoom, Phone Meeting ID: 834 4063 9801, https://bit.ly/DOCTORDAN Pass: 1234.

Our dad Dr. Daniel Warren McAllister, 71, of Henderson, NV, passed away Nov 14, 2020 from surgical complications, surrounded by family. Born 3rd of 10 in SLC, he received BA in Acctg & MA in Finance from UofU & PhD in Bus Mgt from UW. Dad is survived by adoring wife Wendy; 4 loving children Michelle Fleur de Lys (Morgan), David (Rachelle), Jenny Grant (Chris), & Michael; & 7 grandchildren- Sammi, Joey, James, Zachary, Jaxson, Cassie, & Danny, who will miss beloved Papa doting on them. Also by brother David & sisters Susan (Jorge), Lorie, Joni (Rex), Ann (John), Jami (Ernie), Julie (Craig), & Lynne (Tony). He's going to meet parents Warren & Maxine McAllister & sister Diane. Dad was a deeply spiritual man (Bishop in LDS Church), completely devoted to his family. He was kind, thoughtful, & generous. Our dad accomplished too many things in life to list. Most important to him- he cherished our Mom. He positively influenced the lives of 1,000s of his UNLV students- he said he'd teach til the day he died, & he did. He earned the UNLV Distinguished Teaching Award 4 times, College Distinguished Teaching Award 4 times, Dept Teacher of the Year Award 9 times, LBS Master Teacher Award, & his own McAllister Day from the City of Las Vegas plus many more. In UNLV's history, he's the only faculty member who's received Teacher of the Year honors in 3 different colleges (Business School, Honors College, College of Extended Studies). Our memories will stay with us until we meet again, which we will. We love you. We know you've heard the words from our Savior, "Well done, Thou good and faithful servant." In lieu of flowers, we request donations be made to the Humanitarian Fund of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (philanthropies.churchofjesuschrist.org select "In Memory of"). A Memorial Page is available for anyone wishing to share memories or offer condolences at https://bit.ly/OURDADSOBITUARY or at Facebook https://bit.ly/DADSFACEBOOK Viewing & Gravesite Service in Salt Lake City. UNLV Memorial hopefully in April.

Services will be held Saturday, December 5, 2020, 11 AM PST, at Zoom, Phone Meeting ID: 834 4063 9801, https://bit.ly/DOCTORDAN Pass: 1234.

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Published by Las Vegas Review-Journal on Dec. 1, 2020.

Memories and Condolences
for Daniel McAllister

6 Entries

Kayla Millette

October 21, 2021

Dr. McAllister was one of the most memorable professors I have ever had at UNLV. I took his Leadership class in the Spring of 2020. His lessons extended far beyond the classroom. He started off each class by asking everyone a deep question about ourselves, and we went around and really got to know one another. I left that semester having a deeper appreciation and respect for everyone in the class. He made sure to let us know that we were valued, and even had a day where we bonded with other classmates. On the last day of class, he even had everyone say good things about each other! That touched my heart. His approach to teaching was unique, and I appreciated that so much. He was never afraid to share his values with us, and made sure that we each knew the importance of finding our true passions in life and living out each day through our values. That summer I was able to visit him and Wendy at their lovely home. I gave him some cream for his shoulder pain, and he told me that the pain went away enough for him to sleep well, which made me feel so happy knowing I could help in some way. Before I left, he made sure to give me a copy of the Book of Mormon since I didn´t have it. A giver at his core. I feel blessed to have known such a caring and loving human being, that continued to serve others every day to his last days. He impacted the lives of so many, and I will never forget him. I will continue on the path that I shared with him and do the work that God has placed in my heart! I won´t let him down. I know he is Heaven with God, and that makes me feel at peace. I found out about his passing at my graduation, when I was planning on inviting him to my graduation party. I am saddened that I missed the memorial services and that I am very late in writing this, but I just felt called in my heart to share.
Sincerely, Kayla Millette

Dr. Michele Villagran (Lucero) BSBA '01

May 20, 2021

I recently learned of Dr. McAllister's passing when reading the UNLV magazine. I am saddened to hear of his passing and send my condolences to all the family. He was one of my professors way back when but I always remembered him even as I moved on and graduated! Thank you for the impact you have made on students like me. May you rest in peace.

Stephanie M.

March 29, 2021

I received a call from the UNLV Alumni Association tonight, and when asked what professor during my time at UNLV made the most meaningful impact, my mind immediately went to Dr. Dan. To learn of his passing gives me immeasurable sadness, and I know how profoundly he must be missed by his family. It is rare that a person is so wholly and unassumingly kind, and I am grateful to have had to chance to know him. My condolences to his family and friends.

Jessie Ramirez

January 5, 2021

Rest In Peace, your Tamarack Beach Resort Family will miss you!!

Joe & Joyce Reese

December 6, 2020

So sorry to hear of the passing of Dan. What a shock. Know that we love you Wendy and we pray for your welfare in Dan's absence. You are such a wonderful couple! Loved watching you together. May the good Lord watch over you.

Roger Madsen

December 1, 2020

My favorite teacher at UNLV.
-Business Administration, Management, 1994

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