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Michael Daniels Obituary
Michael R. Daniels, passed away on Sunday, December 8, 2019 in Lancaster, Ohio. He was 75. He was preceded in death by his parents Garrett and Mary Daniels originally of South Point, Ohio. He is survived by many cousins and a throng of loving friends. Michael received a BA degree in Interpersonal Communication from Ohio University followed by a MS in Human Resource Management from American University in Washington DC. He enjoyed a long and varied career life at Ohio University, the Sundance Center and the Hobbit House Restaurant, all in Athens, OH. He was with the Ford Foundation in Washington DC; retired from Time Warner Cable; and as a legacy achievement, created, owned and operated Glenlaurel, a Scottish Inn and Cottages in the Hocking Hills, until his second retirement. Of Michael's many accomplishments in life, none moved him more than being one of three friends who started the Festival of the Hills, an annual extended family reunion of 400+ longtime friends. A Celebration of Life ceremony will take place on March 14, 2020 at Crossroads Ministry Center, 2095 W. Fair Ave., Lancaster, OH. Social hour begins at 3pm with service following at 4pm. In lieu of flowers, you are asked to contribute to Fairhope Hospice, 282 Sells Road, Lancaster, OH 43130.
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Stephen Layne White
July 13, 2021
Michael and I had a friendship like a long strand with widely spaced pearls. Given the physical space between us, our encounters were irregular, infrequent, and always treasured. There was a gentle intensity about him I found in no other person. I love him and look forward to the possibility of adding another pearl to our strand.
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Nancy Kreider
March 10, 2020
Michael and I shared many wonderful and amusing experiences around the time of the building and opening of Glenlaurel. I lived with his mother while he was working on the project in the Hocking Hills. He was a dear friend, a consummate host, and compassionate soul.
Kevin Kardasz
March 1, 2020
Michael impacted many lives, including mine, in many positive ways. He had a loving curiosity about the inner lives of other people. He had the ability to draw another person out of themselves and to nurture them with tender loving care. He could speak the most important truths without offending, and give advice like a wise old sage. He took on ambitious projects for love of the challenge and the realization of dreams. In his own way, he contributed greatly to making a better, happier, more caring world.
James Maher
March 1, 2020
A class act type individual, feel honored to have known Michael! The Man in the kilt! Go with God Michael,you deserve a continued worthy life in the Hereafter!
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Jerry Sullivan
February 29, 2020
Michael was a kind and gentle man of good character! He will be missed by all who knew him and the world is a lesser place in his absence. Rest in peace old friend...
Janet Dickson-Morris
February 28, 2020
What a wonderful legacy. I Visited his lovely Glen Laurel 2 times and was simply enchanted by it.
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DEBORAH HEROLD
February 28, 2020
I met Michael when he came to classes to be part of FairHoPe Hospice and we were in the same class. What a kind spirit he was and such a good listener. I'll always remember him. Peace be with you dear friend.
Connie Crist
February 28, 2020
I will always remember you Michael.
You are loved. Fly high!
Julie Thomas
February 25, 2020
Rest in peace, Michael. Your face will be missed in the valley. Love to your family.
Shawn Traxler
February 25, 2020
Michael was a very magical man in my life as long as I can remember him. The Wizard will live on forever in my memories. Peace and Love go out to you Michael
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