Ida Carmen Daniel

1961 - 2016

DANIEL Ida Carmen Daniel, 54, devoted wife, mother, sister, sister-in-law, aunt, cousin, teacher (Ms. Carmen) and cherished friend to so many, received her angel wings and passed from this life into the gates of Heaven on Saturday, July 9th, 2016. She was a native of Jacksonville, FL born on August 27, 1961. Carmen fought a short but valiant battle against pancreatic cancer to be here for her husband, children, and for the birth of her first grandchild, a little girl (Cora), due in September. Anyone who knew Carmen has no doubt she would have been the best grandmother. She was predeceased by her parents, Gene and Ann Sullivan, and her brother, Gene Jr. She leaves behind so many who deeply loved her and will forever miss her, including her wonderful husband of almost 27 years, Joel, and her children, Lindsay (Chris), Payge, Joseph, and a very special grand-niece whom she considered her granddaughter Makylah. Her husband and children were the lights of her life. She is also survived by her loving sister Cathy (Mike) and a sister-in-law JoAnn (Jerry), who both were by her side through everything, and a sister Karen (Randy). She was a beloved Aunt, who leaves behind many nieces and nephews, including Amanda, Easton, Anna, and Colton, whom she loved as if they were her own, and a very special cousin Joey(Amanda) and their son Cason. She devoted her career to teaching two and three year olds at Living Waters Preschool which has left a legacy for many young children. She will forever be remembered for her sweet smile, infectious laugh, and kind soul. She touched the lives of everyone she met and will be missed by everyone who knew and loved her. There will be a Celebration of Carmen's Life at Switzerland Community Church (2179 State Road 13, Switzerland, FL 32259) on Friday, July 15th. Visitation will be from 11am-1pm with a Memorial Service immediately following. The family will be welcoming friends and family at their home following the conclusion of the service.