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1947
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2015
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Daniel Daigle Obituary
In 1965, Dan married the love of his life, Jan, who he is survived by. After graduating and serving in the Navy during the Vietnam War (1965-69), Dan moved his family to New Hampshire, where he opened and operated his own tire and auto shop for several years. Dan had a love for dog mushing and flying, which is what brought him to Alaska in 1990 but his true passion later became hunting and fishing with his grandchildren. He took every opportunity to take them out. Dan was a sergeant in the CVEO division with the state of Alaska for the last 16 years and was a member of the APOA. He had a helping hand for anyone he encountered. Dan and Jan recently celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary. He will be missed by all.
He is survived by his wife, Janet M. Daigle, of Salcha; Daughters, Monique (Danny) Slongwhite, of North Pole, and Wendy (Clem) Hamilton, of Laconia, New Hampshire; Grandsons, Connor (Julia) Hamilton, of Camp Pendleton Marine Base, California, Ethan (Kimberly) Slongwhite, of Marine Corps Air Station Mirimar, California, Evan Slongwhite, of North Pole; Granddaughter, Rylee Slongwhite of North Pole; Great Granddaughter, Emma Slongwhite, of Marine Corps Air Station Mirimar, and his beloved pets, Ruger and Abby.
He is preceded in death by his father, Harvey A. Daigle; Mother Lorraine Frank Daigle; Brothers, David Daigle, Ronald Daigle and Gary Daigle.
A visitation will be held on Thursday, Sept. 3, from 7-9 p.m. at Chapel of Chimes Funeral Home. Memorial contributions can be made to the National Diabetes Association. For further information, please contact Monique Slongwhite at 978-0443. Arrangements are entrusted to Chapel of Chimes Funeral Home.
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September 7, 2015
My condolences to the family. May God's promise comfort you during this time of sadness. 1 Thess. 4, 14.
September 7, 2015
Sincere condolence to the family, may it bring you comfort to know that our heavenly father ps83:18, keep in his memory all those who pass on,
Because they are precious in his eyes.
Psalms 115:16
Jennie Tschappat
September 2, 2015
Dear Jan and family,
I am so shocked and saddened by the news of Dan's passing. On one of his dog mushing trips in the winter of 98-99, he was staying with my ex-husband, Bill Larson, and I at our house in Anchorage and was holding our youngest daughter, Hillary, in the palm of one of his hands. He held her up and remarked that she was "just a little hill of beans".
She became Hillabeans that day, and I still call her that, and many variations - Beans, Beanie, Beanareano, Beanbag - always with a thought of love and glimpse of Dan's smiling face in my mind.
He was one of the nicest men I've known; my deepest sympathies to you and yours.
Terrri Ordway
September 2, 2015
Janet and family. I know you will miss him greatly. You spoke of a kind husband, great father and grandfather. On behalf of all who knew you at Ben Eielson our condolences to you and the family
September 2, 2015
This is Aunt Pete. JUST HEARD THE sad report and am sending prayers and condolences to the family Will also pray for Danny's soul
Robert Erhart
September 2, 2015
Sorry to hear of Dan passing on, he was a great guy and always fun to see him in Tanana
Randy Zarnke
September 1, 2015
Dan was a great guy. Hard-working, fun-loving, generous, humble ... I could go on. I knew Dan as a musher, softball player, pilot and fisherman. He was successful at all endeavors. Dan will be missed by all who knew him.
judy moore gau
September 1, 2015
Had to pleasure of meeting Dan when he was a dog musher out in Tanana. Was a great guy and a great dog musher. Very sorry for your loss. Judy Moore Gau - Tanana Alaska
Jennifer Stiner (Clifford)
September 1, 2015
Jan and Family,
I am so very sorry for your loss. I feel fortunate to have met Dan and Jan through the mushing community, both in NH and AK. I always thought of him as one of the good ol' boys of sprint mushing. May you find your peace
Glen and Cherie Marunde
August 31, 2015
So sorry to hear of Dan's passing. We have fond memories of Dan's early days coming to Alaska, racing the Northway Dog Race and hunting caribou.
Kathryn Rheaume (Powers)
August 31, 2015
Janet and family my heart goes out to you at this trying time. Great memories of Dan and you Janet with the girls when you first came to NH. God speed Dan Daigle you were loved & will be missed by many!!
Remembering: cousins
JoAnne Murphy
August 31, 2015
Dear Janet, Monique and Wendy, I am so sorry for your loss. Danny was a special man and loved you all so much. He impressed me with is knowledge of the wilderness, his love of his grandchildren and his interests in so many areas of Alaskan life. I wish we had had more cousin time but am very thankful for getting to meet you all at the family reunions. Prayers sent to you. JoAnne
Mike Rogers
August 31, 2015
Janet and family, please except our deepest sympathy for you loss. It has been an honor to have worked with him these last 14 years.
Mike & Kris Rogers
Anchorage
August 31, 2015
Jan, Monique and Wendy, so sorry to hear this news. His trip home to N.E. when Ron was sick was such a blessing. They had some quality time together and laughter could be heard from them often. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love Aunt Joan
David and Linda Hay
August 31, 2015
My husband and I met Danny, when we were down visiting Gary, when he was sick, and found Danny to be kind and very loving to his brother. Sorry for your loss. David and Linda Hay
Sheila Williams
August 31, 2015
Dear Janet and girls, I was very sorry to hear of Dan's passing. Gail spoke of him often and always loved your visits. My heart goes out to all of you. My prayers as well. Sheila Williams
Gail Daigle
August 31, 2015
Great Memories, always in my Heart. I will miss you my Brother-in-Law . Aunti Gail
August 31, 2015
Jan: Sorry to hear of Dan's passing. He will be missed.
-Rudder Hulce
August 31, 2015
Dear Janet, Teri and I were shocked and saddened to hear of Dan's passing. We send our deepest sympathies to you, your children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Love Teri and Jim
August 31, 2015
I will miss Dan and his cheery attitude on the dog mushing trails, and his hard work for the Alaska Dog Mushers. The entire community will feel this loss. Happy trails to you Dan, Karl Kassel
Donna and Bob MacLean
August 31, 2015
Dear Janet and girls. We are so sorry to hear about Dan. Our thoughts an prayers are with you during this trying time. My God bless you and Dan will forever be watching over you.
Nancy Daigle
August 31, 2015
Janet, Monique, & Wendy,
I was so saddened to hear of Danny's passing! We haven't been in touch since Bruce and I got divorced but I always loved him. He was a GOOD man! I have so much to thank him for. Through him I met Bruce. Without that introduction I would never have had Becky - my little firecracker!Monique & Wendy, I can remember when each of you were born and saw how your Dad was with you girls - very loving. I can just imagine how he was with grandchildren! I attached a photo of me and Becky just so you can put the faces with the names.
My very sincere sympathies,
Aunt Nancy (Creek) Daigle
Curt Hamilton
August 31, 2015
Janet and Family: I am so sorry that Dan has passed. I am glad that we re-connected on FB to get caught up on some of the past 50+ years. Since 8/24 I have pondered on the old Townsend, Pepperell, and NMRHS days. Friends of old reflect in my mind. Those gone and those still with us. I hate to read obituaries yet they tell the story of a life enjoyed and well lived. And that brings a smile. RIP and God Speed, Dan. Once again, sincere condolences. Curt
Blair Fant
August 30, 2015
Dan was my good friend. We worked and hunted together for many years. If there is any comfort I can give to his wife Jan and his family, it is the fact that he loved them very much. He was very proud of his grandchildren. He just beamed when he would start talking about them. I will miss my friend.
Linda Andrews
August 30, 2015
Dear Janet and Family, I'm so sorry about your loss....We are cousins and he was such fun to be around growing up, along with his brothers in Townsend. We sure did have fun at their house, loved going there with my parents (Buddy and Julie Daigle)....Aunt Lorraine and Uncle Harvey's house was just the best to visit and I will always will remember the good times with Danny...Thanks to 'Facebook' we were able to stay in touch over the last several years....I'm going to miss the daily pictures that he posted......Much Love to the Family.....Cousin Linda (Daigle) Andrews
Cheryl Slattery
August 30, 2015
Dearly loved, sorely missed!
August 30, 2015
Danny was the best! Gone way too soon....Janet, Wendy and Monique, my thoughts and prayers are with you. I am so sad. Especially for the grandchildren! He will be missed for sure. Sending my love.........
Sheri (Rossi) Slattery
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