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Danny lived life to the fullest and accomplished much in his 39 years. He had a BA in Liberal Arts from William Paterson University. Danny was outgoing and loved to talk to everyone. He was very well versed, able to talk about multiple subjects and willing to learn. Danny enjoyed spending time with his young nephews as much as he enjoyed discussing politics and sports. Danny was very involved in adaptive sports and volunteered at the Habitat for Humanity Restore. He was a core part of the Blue Journey Unified program. He recently learned to surfski and was quickly the fastest person on water. He played goalie and forward for the Wings of Steel sled hockey team. He most recently played defense for the Magee Sixers wheelchair basketball team, but he also played for the Bennett Blazers and Katie's Komets when he was younger. He has taken part in wheelchair track and field since age 5 and most recently raced with the Navigators. Danny's favorite part of wheelchair racing was the social aspect, the other racers and the fans he passed. Danny was an avid fan of all Philadelphia sports teams. Danny's light shined brightly, but dimmed too soon. He will be greatly missed by his family and all who knew him.
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Joey Petrocelli
August 7, 2025
My deepest condolences to Dannys family. I can remember when i first met Danny at school years ago. It was Day one and the whole class was standing in the hallway waiting for the professor, Anxious and surrounded by strangers, We were all too shy to speak to each other until Danny broke the ice and started chatting with the person next to him, he quickly included each one of us in the conversation and before you know it, we were all laughing and ready for class. First day nerves were gone, friendships were made and it was all thanks to Danny and his pleasant, friendly nature. I am going to miss texting with my friend about sports and life. Rest in Peace. And Go Eagles.
Craig Rittase
July 29, 2025
My condolences go out to all of Danny´s friends and family. I´ll always remember seeing him on Saturdays at cycling for Pennsylvania Center for Adapted Sports. My best memory of Danny will be when he handled the final leg of the Philadelphia Sprint triathlon in 2017 as a part of team PCAS relay team.
Cassandra Doughty
July 15, 2025
Dear Joan, Bill, Melissa and the entire Wheeler family,
We are so sorry for the loss of Danny. Yes, Danny was a bright light dimmed too soon. Always greeted us with a ready smile and quick joke. His light hearted way always made us feel welcomed down at the PAR boat house. May Danny rest sweetly in the peace of God. He will remain forever in our hearts at PAR.
Blessings,
Cassandra Doughty
Noreen Lamanno
July 14, 2025
I met Danny in person only once but watched everyday went he would go up the road to practice his speed in his wheelchair. I have never met a more pleasant man to talk to. A perfect man definitely gone too soon. I was devastated when I heard that he had passed on. I prayed immediately where I was standing and said a prayer for Danny as I looked up at heaven. Rest peacefully Danny. To Bill and Joan & family you have my deepest condolences. You are all in my thoughts and prayers
Again my deepest condolences,
Noreen Lamanno
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