Daniel Patrick McGuckin's Obituary
Daniel Patrick McGuckin of Cape Coral, Florida passed away with his loving family by his side on Wednesday, December 31, 2014 following some recent health challenges. He was 83 years old.Dan was born on July 22, 1931, a proud son of five children born to parents Mary (Ahearn) and Edward McGuckin. He was a Korean War Veteran with the United States Army and earned three Bronze Service Stars, National Defense and United Nations Medals and a Combat Infantry Decoration. Following his military service Dan spent his career as a Factory Assembler with the Ford Motor Company.He leaves behind to cherish his loving memory his son Daniel W. “Buddy” McGuckin and daughter-in-law Laura of Cape Coral, Florida; daughter Karen Tompkins (nee: McGuckin); his grandchildren Tyler McGuckin, Chelsea McGuckin, George Carr III and Shannon Moira Mosher and his great grandchildren Gabby Mosher and Geordie Carr. He also leaves behind his sister Marie, age 90, of Arizona and niece Kathy Sudol of New Jersey along with numerous extended family members and many friends who will greatly miss his company. Sadly, he was preceded in death by his parents, brother Edward “Sonny” McGuckin and sisters Kate and Peggy.The United States Army will provide military honors at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, January 7, 2014 at Daniel’s final resting place in the Veteran’s Field of Honor located at Fort Myers Memorial Gardens Funeral Home and Cemetery, 1589 Colonial Boulevard, Fort Myers, Florida 33907, (239) 936-0555. Committal of his casket will take place immediately following conclusion of the military honors.Those who wish to leave a tribute, share a story or offer condolences to the family should visit Daniel’s memorial webpage at www.fortmyersmemorial.com and sign his guestbook.
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