Dan passed away suddenly at his residence at 10 Victoria, as he wished. Dan was born in Fort Frances, ON to Helena (Beth) and George Eric Mack and attended school in Fort Frances until he enlisted in the navy at the age of 17. Dan served in the navy for four years during which time he was married and became the proud father of two boys, David and Daniel. Upon retiring from the navy, he moved with his family to Thunder Bay and had a variety of jobs. A daughter, Dana, was added to the family during which time Dan became a partner in a new company called KBM. He ended his career in Thunder Bay, at Thunder Bay Truck Centre as General Manager.
Dan came to the Dryden area in 1989 to work for Confederation College, a job he thoroughly enjoyed, and made many good friends. He ended his career in Dryden as a customer service rep at the Home Hardware.
All his life, right from a young boy, Dan loved to fish. His favorite times were spent out on the lake, trolling the waters and enjoying the outdoors. His proudest fishing moment was finally catching a walleye on Dog Lake in Thunder Bay, an unknown back then.
After Dan retired, he became involved in the Go-Getters. He was president from 2007 to 2012 but was involved for several years before he was president. He took great pride in the Go-Getters.
Dan is survived by his sister Lorraine (Don) Canning of Penticton, B.C. He also leaves behind his three children, David (Marja), Daniel (Elaine) and Dana (Scott) and seven grandchildren Renee (Shane), Justine (Shane), Shaina-Lynn, James, Carina, Jenna, and Kevin (Lyndsey). He was predeceased by his beloved father, Eric, and mother, Beth, and step-father, Stan Sharp. He loved when his grandchildren visited always taking great interest in their lives and asking many questions. He loved playing cards with his grandchildren as well, and even with his failing eyesight, he still won most crib games.
There are too many services and people to list, but the family would like to thank all his caregivers and friends who were so good to him and helped him along his life’s journey.
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Lorraine Wyder says
January 2, 2023 at 12:25 pmDear Dana and family
Please accept our sincere and deepest sympathy during your time of sorrow. I really got to know your Dad when he was renting an apartment above Fire and Security and he will always hold a special place in my heart. Those who were fortunate enough to know him will keep his memory in their hearts. Sending thoughts and prayers to you and your family 🙏 Lorraine and Rick Wyder
Debbie Fletcher says
January 2, 2023 at 4:51 pmDana and family I am sorry to hear about your father. May the memories of his life linger with you in this grieving time! Thinking of you!
Barbara Halstead says
January 3, 2023 at 12:44 amDana and family your dad was a very special person . I was a very lucky person to have known him so well. I have many wonderful memories of your father.. he loved all his children very much.
Laura says
January 3, 2023 at 2:30 pmIt is with our sincere condolences that we send, to the entire family our love and prayers. Dan was a great inspiration, The staff of Peterbilt Dryden.
Craig Colby says
January 3, 2023 at 4:32 pmI’m so sorry for the loss of your father, father-in-law, and grandfather. Dan was always welcoming and kind to me when I was a teenager, which I’ve always appreciated. Best thoughts go out to all who loved Dan.
susan paquette says
January 4, 2023 at 2:09 pmSo very sorry to hear that Dan passed away. I always enjoyed our visits every few months. We would chat about this and that and have a laugh or two. He was always content and happy, often talking about his children. I will surely miss our visits. RIP Dan
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Dryden Go-Getters, 84 St Charles St., Dryden, ON P8N 1L3 or the DRHC Equipment Fund, P.O. Box 3003, 58 Goodall St., Dryden, ON P8N 2Z6