September 26, 1954 – March 12, 2025
Peacefully at Hospice Simcoe, Barrie on Wednesday March 12, 2025 at the age of 70. Dan Descary of Orillia, beloved husband of Lynn Descary (MacGill). Loving father of Shawn (Deanna) Descary and Danny Descary. Loved by his grandchildren Kasandra & Madison Descary. Dear brother of Diane Descary, Ricky (Teresa) Descary, Kathleen ( Rick) Pantridge and Mario (Georgina) Fontana. Loved son of the late Rhoda Fontana. Will be missed by many nieces and nephews.
Dan was a generous, caring, loving husband, father, brother, grandfather and uncle. He was an amazing friend to all. Dan was a lover of the outdoors he enjoyed , fishing, skiing, boating, snowmobiling, jet skiing and golfing. Dan started his sales career at the age of 18 from the trunk of his car and worked his way to become President of Sunstar America’s. His children joked he was the toothbrush king of Chicago. He will be missed across the globe by his Canadian, American , Switzerland & Japanese colleagues.
Cremation has taken place and a Celebration of life will be held at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to Carson Funeral Homes – L. Doolittle Chapel 54 Coldwater St. E Orillia (705)326-3595.
Because he adored Sally (our dog) we are encouraging, if desired, donations be made to Tango's Lead Canine Rescue & Sanctuary in his name. Email transfer tangoslead@gmail.com donations over $20 tax receipt #711181339 RR 0001, 540 Whitelaw Rd, D Guelph , ON , N1K 1A2.
Condolences
Gagliardi Family
Mar 20, 2025Please accept our deepest condolences during this difficult time. Our thoughts are with you and your family.
Donna Core
Mar 19, 2025Dear Lynn and family, I’m so sorry to read of Danny’s death. Words seem so inadequate at a time like this. May the wonderful memories you made together always hold a special place in your hearts. Please know you’re in my thoughts. Sincerely, Donna Core (Guelph)
Andy Barber
Mar 17, 2025I and my family are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Danny. He was the backbone of the Descary family both before and following the death of his parents. May God bless him and welcome him into His heavenly kingdom. He will be sorely missed by us and his family and many friends