John Alan "Al" McDaniel

John Alan “Al” McDaniel, 70, of Michigantown, passed away Thursday, December 26, 2024. He was born November 4, 1954, in Frankfort to Forrest and Mary Florence (Perkins) McDaniel, Sr. 

Al was a graduate of Clinton Prairie High School, class of 1972. He worked for several factories, and then was self-employed. He was a member of the Frankfort Eagles Lodge #976. He enjoyed playing poker, golfing, listening to music and playing on his guitar, traveling, and stand-up comedy, especially Dave Chappelle. While he was a strong man and a warrior, he was light-hearted and loved having fun and cracking jokes with his friends. Above all he was a family man and loved supporting his children and making memories when they could.

Al is survived by his children, Paige (Ahmani Colston) McDaniel, Chelsea McDaniel, Trey (Alyssa) McDaniel; siblings, James (Chris) McDaniel, Forrest McDaniel, Jr., Darrell McDaniel; four grandchildren, Bentley, Brinley, Winter, Clover; several nieces, nephews, and cousins; and his dogs, Coronet and Cuda; and cat, Boogaloo

He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Bobby Joe McDaniel; sister, Mary “Sissy” McDaniel; and the mother of his children, Tracie Galvin. 

Visitation will be held, Friday, January 3, 2025, from 3 to 6pm at Day & Genda Funeral Home in Frankfort. Following the visitation, people are welcome to join the family at the Eagles Lodge for food and fellowship. Messages of condolence may be left at www.dayandgenda.com