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Daniel McCormick Obituary
April 11, 1964 - October 24, 2020
Dan McCormick is who we all wish we were on our best day. A devoted husband, proud father, and deeply loyal friend. God broke the mold when Daniel "Dan" Patrick McCormick was born to Kevin and Grace McCormick on April 11, 1964 in New York, New York. From the beginning, Dan was a hard worker with a brilliant mind, a humble heart, and a decidedly dry sense of humor. Dan graduated from Santa Clara University in 1986 and went on to become Co-Managing Partner of Legacy Risk, an insurance services company.
After almost 35 years of marriage, Dan was still madly in love with his wife Katie. He started every day by bringing her a cup of coffee. In the months, weeks, and days before he passed, Dan would always stop to say to his kids, "I feel so lucky to have found your Mom." He would tell anyone that would listen that Katie was the love of his life -- that she was out of his league.
As a fiercely proud father to Meg, Maura, Kat, and Jack, he parented with a unique combination of humility and humor. During the school years, Dan doodled his face on the kids' lunches every Friday morning to make them smile -- a goofy self-portrait that he affectionately dubbed "The Dude." And he went to great lengths to land the slapstick physical comedy of his father-daughter dance routines.
Dan relished his role as grandfather, aka "Daddo", to Will, Charlie, Tommy, Jake, Ben, and a granddaughter-to-be. He spent every birthday taking his grandkids to the ballpark. Devoted Daddo would do anything to get his grandkids to laugh, from releasing an earth-shattering burp in the carpool lane to cannonballing into the pool with all of his clothes on.
Dan was a consummate counselor, a generous listener, and a benevolent best friend. He was everyone's constant. He was also a loyal businessman, deeply committed to his partner of 24 years, Cory Higgins, his Legacy Risk team, his clients, and industry colleagues. He had a remarkable way of always putting others first.
Dan is survived by his wife Katie, four children, Meg, Maura, Kat, and Jack, their spouses, Drew, Daniel, and Sean, five grandchildren, parents, Kevin and Grace, and sisters, Suzanne, Mary Kate, and Jennifer. In lieu of flowers please make donations and memorial gifts in Dan's memory to Monument Crisis Center or Loaves and Fishes of Contra Costa.
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Memories and Condolences
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Brad Xavier
June 29, 2025
I think of Dan Often..He was such a wise old soul,Light years ahead it seemed.Sending Loving thoughts and prayers to his Family.
Evan Spinrod
June 28, 2025
Just read about Dan´s passing. I worked with him at Farmers Insurance many years ago. He was a wonderful person. May his memory always be a blessed one.
Marit & Gordon Sinclair
January 19, 2021
Dan was particularly kind natured, soft spoken and friendly when we met him on walks to the Lake, with his constant companion Finn. Both of them smiling, sharing their time to anyone so fortunate to have met them on their way! Katie, a true treasure left behind...to a beautiful Family. Both will help each other to remember Dan, full of life and Love for All! John 16:22 “Therefore you too have grief now; but I will see you again, and your heart will rejoice, and no one will take your joy away from you.” Love Marit and Gordon Sinclair
Al Basso
November 11, 2020
Dan
I have known you over 20 years and you have been a loyal friend and business associate. Honesty and hard work were two traits that gained all of the respect you deserved. You will be tremendously missed but never forgotten as you were simply a "great man, husband, father, grandpa and partner". Your legacy will live on and on and on...... my deepest sympathy goes out to your entire family.
James Pozzi
November 11, 2020
My deepest condolences to Dan's family for the loss of a great man. I did not know Dan well as I only had several business interactions with him, but in those interactions he was deeply engaged as a great listener and always found a way to crack a joke to share a laugh.
Sean O. Wilson
November 9, 2020
Had many great times with Dan. I always admired his commitment to family and his friends. He will be dearly missed. We will pray for your family during this difficult time.
Dan Logan
November 8, 2020
Katie,
My deepest condolences to you and your family. Dan was a fantastic guy who was always kind and a joy to be with.
I have the fondest memories of being with you both on Company outings back in the day and I always loved how he made you laugh.
I hope you are surrounded by friends and family during these difficult times.
Steve Purser
November 8, 2020
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Brad Xavier
November 8, 2020
IT WAS A HONOR ,Rest in Peace My Brother,The world was a better place with you in it,
Kristopher Bauer
November 6, 2020
I was crushed to here of the passing of this wonderful human being. I can not possibly add to this tribute.
Katie, my prayers to you and your family.
Kris
John G Carrillo
November 2, 2020
Dearest Katie,
My heart broke for you and you family when I heard the said news of Dan's passing. As you may already now, the same has been express by all his Servite brothers and Rosary/Connelly sisters. I have such great memories of you and Dan that I cherish forever. No words can every bring you comfort, so I wish you peace and love knowing that he now rests in the loving arm of our Lord.
"Eternal rest grant unto our Brother Dan O' Lord and let his Perpetual Light shine forever".
Sincerely,
John
Andy Karleskind
November 2, 2020
Katie there are no word Patti and I can say to relieve your sorrow. Dan was a great friend and we will relish his humor and kind heart. The times we had in Indian guides were epic. God bless his soul.
Monica Chappell
November 2, 2020
This beautifully and accurately captures the essence of Dan❤ Our heart are breaking for you Katie.
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