Mr. Daniel Anthony Gile, age 46, of Knoxville, TN passed away on Saturday, January 3, 2026. He was born on April 9, 1979 in Rockwood, TN. He was a carpenter for many years and enjoyed his job at Dave's Cabinet shop in Rockwood, TN. He loved being outdoors and playing the drums any chance he could. He is proceeded in death by his son: Oran Lee McMillan; mother: Susan McPherson Finger; and grandparents. He is survived by:
Father and "Mom": Daniel and Sherry Gile
Uncles: Fred (Debbie) McPherson, Mike (Kathy) Gile, Stephen Gile, John Gile, and Andrew Gile
Aunts: Tina (Kenneth) Wallace and Kim Wallace
Host of cousins and friends.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the KARM department in Knoxville, TN. Cremation arrangements have been made and a celebration of life will be held at a later date. Evans Mortuary is serving the family of Mr. Daniel Anthony Gile.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
805 North Gateway Avenue P.O. Box 6, Rockwood, TN 37854

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