Daniel Eugene "Danny/Dan" Maneval
Daniel Eugene "Danny/Dan" Maneval
Obituary
Guest Book
Daniel Maneval Obituary
He was born on October 3, 1947 in Williamsport and was the son of the late Titus LaRue and Margaret Mary (Maloney) Maneval. Dan had graduated from Williamsport Area High School in 1965 and then graduated from Lycoming College in 1969 with a degree in Elementary Education and French. He was a member of Christ Episcopal Church. He had worked and retired in 2019 as Night Auditor/Front Desk Clerk from Econo Lodge in Williamsport. He was also former bookkeeping, inventory control and data entry employee at Information Resources, Inc.
Dan referred to himself as an "uncontrollable theater fanatic". For years, he traveled to New York City annually to attend countless Broadway shows. He also regularly attended Community Theater League, Community Arts Center and Millbrook Playhouse shows and concerts. Additionally, he was an avid attendee and supporter of local high school musicals; he especially looked forward to the annual Ray of Light Awards event.
Activist for the LGBTQ Community, he co-founded The West Branch Gay Support Group; founded Susquehanna Lambda which provided support groups and social activities; as well as establishing the Gay and Lesbian Switchboard – a life-saving resource for untold numbers – Dan worked diligently to make safe spaces for others.
He is survived by extended family members and many faithful friends, all thankful to have attended an exceptional "Celebration of Life" for Dan in July "while he was still with us". He was truly overwhelmed – what a privilege and honor for him (and attendees).
There will be a memorial service held 11:00 a.m. Saturday, September 27, 2025 at Christ Episcopal Church, 426 Mulberry St., Williamsport with Rev. Kyle D. Murphy officiating. Burial will be private in Wildwood Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Memorial Gifts Program, Human Rights Campaign (HRC) at www.hrc.org
Arrangements are being handled by Maneval Allen Redmond Funeral Home, Williamsport.
To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Daniel Eugene "Danny/Dan" Maneval, please visit our floral store.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
500 W 4th St, Williamsport, PA 17701
People and places connected with Daniel
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
Memories and Condolences
for Daniel Maneval
Make a Donation
in Daniel Maneval's name
How to support Daniel's loved ones
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Daniel Maneval's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more