Daniel J Callaghan Obituary
Daniel J Callaghan (Columbus, Ohio) passed away on November 9, 2026. Daniel, born on April 13, 1938, shared life alongside family, friends, and others. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
Daniel will be remembered for the impact he had on the lives of those around him. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Daniel will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture his life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Daniel’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued his companionship.
He was loved and cherished by many people including: wife: Jane E. Callaghan; children: Tom Callaghan, Teresa (Kirk) Liimatta, Tamara Callaghan, Todd (Pam) Callaghan, Catherine (Bryan) Berner, and Timothy (Katrina) Callaghan; grandchildren: Anthony (Brandy) Liimatta, Caroline (Zak) Kristan, Nicklaus (Julia) Liimatta, Alivia (David) Vawter, Danny Callaghan, Joey Callaghan, Ireland Callaghan, Aidan Berner, Nolan Berner, and Jameson Callaghan; great-grandchildren: Emilia, Oliver, Odin, Camden, Mattis, Lennox, Caden, Keeley, Draco, Vera, and Callen; sister: Judy Hoefler; brother: Branson (Terry) Kitzmiller; sister-in-laws: Mary Callaghan, Ruth Callaghan, Ann (Bill) Vigrass, and Sue (Neale) Geis; cousin: Eugene (Lynn) Carty; parents: Dan and Dorothy Callaghan; in-laws: Charles and Catherine Lindus; brothers: Patrick and Jerry Callaghan; nephews: Bryan Callaghan and Michael Vigrass; caregiver: Jen Sprague; hospice nurse: Cassie McIntire; best friend: Lee Curry and Greg Lash; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, November 12th 2026 from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Maeder-Quint-Tiberi Funeral Home (1068 S High St, Columbus, OH 43206). A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Friday, November 13th 2026 at 10:00 AM at the St. Margaret of Cortona Catholic Church (1600 N Hague Ave, Columbus, OH 43204).
Donations in his name can be made to the MoMM Foundation and the Emerald Society Scholarship Fund.
