Earl W. McDaniel Obituary

With solemn reverence, we commemorate Earl W. McDaniel of Rensselaer, New York, whose life came to an end on April 14, 2026 at the age of 96, leaving behind cherished memories. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Earl W. McDaniel to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Manassa McDaniel and Laura McDaniel (Davis); his wife Norma McDaniel; and his siblings, Ulster D. Brown, David McDaniel, Robert McDaniel, Jean Klien and Lois Stires.

He is survived by: his friends, Shelia, Amanda, Nissa, Nevaeh, Jessica and Debbe; his children, Patricia Vona (Leonard), Ellen Mottolese (Nick), Wayne McDaniel (Conni) and David McDaniel (Maureen); his grandchildren, Amy Laskowitz (Ian), David Vona (Julia Vona-Shea), Jeffrey Vona (Caitlyn), Kelly Bartosik (James), Emily Mottolese, Matthew McDaniel, Kathryn McDaniel and Erin McDaniel; his great grandchildren, Lucas, Marcus and Maya Laskowitz; and his grandchildren, Zack, Dex, Crew, Reese Vona, Miles, Talia and Tatum Bartosik.

Contributions in Earl's memory may be made to Community Hospice of Rensselaer County, 310 South Manning Boulevard, Albany, NY 12208.