Daniel McDavid
1954 - 2020
Daniel “Dan” Thomas McDavid
FRANKLIN FURNACE--Daniel “Dan” Thomas McDavid, 65, of Franklin Furnace passed away Monday, May 11, 2020. Danny was born in Ironton, Ohio October 18, 1954 to Carmella Orsini McDavid and the late Daniel Watson McDavid. In addition to his mother, Dan is survived by his brother, Kevin (Diane) McDavid, longtime companion, Vicki Jenkins and his children, Heather McDavid, Heidi (Brad) Bainer and Tyler (Shanleigh) Knittel-McDavid. He was the proud grandfather of Jaida (Christian) Green, Joie Dickerson, Sydney Bainer and Savannah Bainer, great grandfather to Avery Green and uncle to Patrick (Samantha) McDavid and Erin (Jason) Southall. Danny was a 1972 Green High School graduate and a well-known athlete, coach and referee. During his career, he coached football teams at Green, South Point, Northwest and Portsmouth West as well as baseball at Green. Over the years, he has led multiple teams to numerous championships and titles and was the recipient of the USA Today Most Caring Coach Award in 1996. Beyond all the titles and winning records, he will be remembered for his love of the game and his dedication to the young men and women that he coached.
There will be visitation for Danny, 2:00-4:00 pm Saturday, May 16, 2020 at Harrison-Pyles Funeral Home in Wheelersburg. Social distancing will have to be observed. In lieu of flowers, a scholarship will be established at a later date or contact Tammie Davisson Niemer. Condolences may be made to the family at www.harrison-pyles.com.
Condolences
randy Lavender
I went to High School with Danny. I was in shock when I heard the news. Love and prayers go with the family I know that the good Lord is a comfort. Trust in Him.
Dan Johnson
I was blessed to work with Coach McDavid as a fellow assistant coach for 3 plus seasons at Portsmouth West H.S. I was not surprised to see in his Obit. that he had earned an award in 1996 as a Most Caring Coach, since that is what I admired most about him. He blessed the young men of PWHS Football and the rest of us with his genuine care for their well being and the competitive fire in his nature. He always had a funny story to tell and a smile on his face. He spent his life positively impacting everyone who knew and loved him. I pray that God will mend your broken hearts and I count it a privilege to have been one of those who was blessed by his life.
Ann Ratliff
I am profoundly sorry and saddened by the loss of your father. Your entire family is in my prayers.
Willa Desmit
Rest in peace Dan, what an outstanding career working with the young men and women. Be proud of the many lives you have helped mold. I'm so proud to be your cousin! ?????? ??????
Jim and Patti Deerfield
So sorry to hear of Danny's passing. He was a wonderful person. So sorry for your loss.
Sandra Pack Davis
I just want to say that Dan was a great guy a wonderful student always a wonderful smile and a great attitude He really done well for himself Carmella I pray you have peace with this awful time I can’t imagine what you are going through Im sure Dan is in heaven smiling Sandy Pack Davis
Michael & Evelyn Blevins
We are so sorry for your loss. Our hearts are broken love and prayers to all..