Daniel Seth Eason

How do you summarize a life whose existence could fill a bookshelf with, instant classics? Whose laughter and smile could fill a room and charm that could melt hearts?
Whose thoughtfulness was felt by countless, honored enough to know him and call him a friend? Whose Brilliance was so vast that even NASA took notice in 2022, offering him an opportunity to write telemetry for rockets.
And, yet, despite extreme intelligence, he was humble.
"I'm just a poor farm boy from Scriba." He would often say.
"Baby, you do realize that writing telemetry for rockets officially makes you a rocket scientist right?" I asked him(after the mission was completed, and he could finally tell me what it was he had been working on all year).
"No, don't be silly." Dan laughed in a tone one could describe as disbelief in his accomplishment.
"Dan, Baby that is literally the definition." I laughed beaming with pride.
"Not bad for a farm boy I guess." He quipped.
Daniel Seth Eason (57), departed the third rock from the sun on February 23, 2024. He currently resides in Heaven with Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior. Currently, he praises our Savior behind what I can only imagine, is the most beautiful set of drums ever created. I take comfort in knowing that he is elated with his new residence, as each room, I'm sure has a drum set in it. And, unlike me, God probably didn't roll his eyes at the request.
He was welcomed home by loved ones who journeyed to Heaven before him:
His Father, George E. Eason,(who probably announced Daniel's arrival by shouting "Karen, the baby's home!"), His mother, Karen I. Eason, and Brother John Eason. This reunion must have been truly beautiful. He was also reunited with his grandmother, Doris Shada Eason, a woman of God, who prayed for Dan's salvation daily, encouraging him to believe in Jesus.
Left here to remember him fondly, until I join him in eternity, Katrina M. Eason, his wife. Daniel and I loved each other fiercely. After eloping on skis in 2005, we began our rare and incredible life with one another. It was not often that you would see one of us without the other.
We shared adventures in our 20 years together that most people will never have an opportunity to do. I am so grateful for that.
Daniel loved to travel and experience life to the fullest. I shared that passion.
Staying in a yurt, visiting an ice castle, looking upward at the glorious display of dancing northern lights,and listening to the waves of the Arctic Ocean, are just a handful of the countless memories that I will carry with me.
Dull moments did not exist in our marriage. Daniel was an expert at pushing the envelope to have fun. I learned to go along with it because it almost always worked to our advantage.
How else could you expect to crash a Christmas party at the Waldorf for Paris Hilton?
Our children, Danielle Eason, Nikolas Eason, Adrienn MacDougall, and Chelsea Patterson, will also take memories of climbing mountains, watching meteor showers, witnessing cascading waterfalls, and countless other memories of adventures with them. Our grandson, Westley Eason, will look back on his time with his grandfather with memories of tractor riding and brain hats fashioned just for him. Daniel's sister, Colleen Eason, brother George Eason, nieces, nephews, and other family members and friends, will also look back on good times, and smile. Dan loved all of you. Truly.
Born and raised in Scriba, New York, Daniel could be described as an imaginative young child. Daniel often told fantastically funny stories of his childhood on the family farm. His father was an expert game hunter, his mother was a fabulous cook, and they were never without fine food and delicious treats. He was always grateful for what his parents did for him.
Daniel was a proud Air Force veteran. He obtained his Associate Degree while working as an aviation electrician for the Air Force. He tested out of all but two classes for that degree (they mandated that he at least attend one class).
After leaving the Air Force, Daniel continued his education, receiving certifications in writing, instructing, and Cybersecurity. His certifications and experience were the equivalent of a Doctorate. Yet, if you were to ask him what he did for a living, his answer would always be "I'm a drummist. I just do the other stuff to pay the bills." And, boy was he. Daniel was an incredible musician and composer. His legacy will live on through this music.
In the last few weeks and then days before returning home to Jesus, he reflected on his blessings often.
"I want you to know that I have truly had a very blessed life. I have no regrets. I have had a woman love me as much as I loved her. I don't want to leave, but if I do, remember that I loved you immensely and for eternity."
Daniel, you too were loved.
I know you took that love with you.
Your story may have ended here on Earth, but it has only begun in Heaven.
We will all miss you.
Until we see you again. All my love, to my beloved.
Daniel did not wish to have a funeral, but we are planning a graveside memorial service at Peck Cemetery and A Celebration of Life at 252 Paddy Lake Rd. with a date to be announced soon.
All who knew and loved Daniel are welcome to attend. Arrangements are under the caring guidance of Nelson Funeral Home.
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