Paul Mcdaniel

Paul T. McDaniel Sr., age 75, died a peaceful death on Sunday Jan. 3, 2016 at Roman Eagle Nursing home after battling Parkinson and Alzheimer Disease for several years. Born February 19, 1940 to the late Grover P. McDaniel and Nancy B. McDaniel, he lived his entire life in Danville VA.  Mr. McDaniel worked for over 35 years at Dan River Mills in 8A Dress and later at Rothchild Industries in Reidsville NC until his retirement in 2008.  On July 27, 1962 he married the love of his life Dora Ann Byrd and they shared 53 years together.  He was a member of St. Mark Pentecostal Holiness Church where he was an active member of the Men’s Fellowship Ministry.                Mr. McDaniel is survived by his wife Dora Ann McDaniel and daughter Ruth Ann McDaniel of the residence, and sons Paul T. McDaniel Jr. and wife Pam of Piedmont SC and Dr. Grover L. McDaniel and wife Diane of San Antonia TX.  Grandchildren Elizabeth McDaniel and Emily McDaniel of Piedmont SC, Alan Ewert of San Antonia TX, Candyce Burge of TN and Courtney Brewster of Blacksburg WV.  He is also survived by his sister Rachel Meeks of Danville VA.  In addition to his parents he was predeceased by two sisters Clara Raikes and Margaret Starr.  He was known as Uncle Paul to numerous nieces and nephews who he loved dearly.                Before his illness Paul loved to do wood working and many of his pieces are shared with his family, friends, and former coworkers today.  His greatest loves were his children, grandchildren, and his church family.                Funeral services will be conducted 1:00 pm Friday Jan. 8, 2016 at St. Mark Pentecostal Holiness Church by Dr. Jerry Foley with burial at Mt. View Cemetery.  The family will receive friends on Thursday Jan. 7, 2016 from 6:00 to 7:30 at St. Mark Pentecostal Holiness Church at 1201 South Boston Road and other times at the residence.  In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Mark Pentecostal Holiness Church, 268 Old Cabin Trail, Ringgold VA 24586.