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1970
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2021
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Donald Daniels Obituary
Don was the owner of New Haven County Tattoo Co. for several years. He loved art and has been tattooing for the past 30 years. Don loved attending tattoo conventions, fundraising in support of various causes and hosting events. He enjoyed riding motorcycles and loved Harley's. Don loved wrestling and football having played in his youth. He enjoyed stock car racing and built a stockcar for the M80 Race Car Team he ran with his father. Don liked MMA and loved his dogs.
He is survived by his daughter, Jessica Marie Horkavy (Allan Massicott); his grandson, Zachary Massicott and his two sisters, Deborah Lee Crasso (Bill) and Sarah C. Matteson (Sean). He is also survived by his nieces and nephews, Rebekah, Anthony (Noriko), Gina and Jakob, Wesley and Natalie, his grandnephew, Niko as well as several aunts, uncles and cousins. Don was predeceased by his maternal grandparents, Angelo and Columbia Mastrangelo, his paternal grandparents, Donald and Frances Daniels and his two uncles, John Daniels and William Daniels.
The funeral and burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to the Meriden Antique Veterans - Meriden Senior Center, 22 West Main St., Meriden CT 06451 For online condolences, please visit jferryfh.com
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TJ Warro
March 30, 2025
Well, my brother, I guess you´re seeing Odom before me can´t wait to get the Valhalla start act too
Kris Kelman
July 21, 2024
Sorry for your loss I was not in Connecticut when Donnie died I had moved to Georgia,Dicky Don was an awesome guy & good friend may he rest with the angels I miss him so much
Deb
July 31, 2021
Donny I just can't say good bye. I just can't. I wish it didn't have to be this way. It was God's will but it's hard to accept. 50 years of being my baby brother, always caring, always feeling your love. I miss your voice, your jokes, laughing with you and you saying love ya sister at the end of every phone conversation. Our family will never be the same without you. You were loved so much. Thank you for being the big hearted brother you were to not just me but to countless others. Fly high my heavenly brother. You don't have to worry anymore. You have peace. Always and forever your big sister Deb.
Kristin Huse
July 28, 2021
42 years knowing you..always a friend , forever a brother . R.I.P Don
April Black
July 28, 2021
Don was a dear friend and a true light in anyone´s day. He will be deeply missed.
Care McDonald Bell
July 28, 2021
Rest Easy, my brother,fierce protector and friend.Love ya kiddo,Catch ya later
larry gilbert
July 28, 2021
So sorry for your loss.
Julie Scozzari
July 28, 2021
So sorry for you loss I knew Don when he was young he was friends with my brother an I would have to go to Food Bag to get my brother an ask him if he need a ride home an he would say nope I live right there. Don R.I.P
Janice Frye Wallingford Conn
July 27, 2021
DONNIE was a GREAT ARTIST and FRIEND He will be Missed by Millions RIP BROTHER DONNIE
Shelly Corning
July 27, 2021
So very sorry for your loss to the Daniel family!
Kristine R Kelman
July 27, 2021
I am shocked & in disbelief that my brother from another mother has left this earth.. My deepest condolences to the family and to Trisha and her son in this difficult time rest easy my weary friend
John Barbera
July 27, 2021
Don you weren't only a friend you were my brother R.I.P. till we meet again
Gary Huse
July 27, 2021
You will be missed Brother. R.I.P.
Tony Wiernasz
July 27, 2021
I knew Donny from his late teens and man did he overcome a lot.
He had a big heart !!
I enjoyed planning a very successful fundraiser with him not long ago and he earned even more respect from me and many more. Much of your family is my family and I hope you all take solace in the fact that he is riding free now. Love and respect
Deborah Kondracki
July 27, 2021
Deb,
Mine deepest condolences to you and your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
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