Dan Robin Daniels

Dan Robin Daniels, 86, of North Little Rock "stepped into glory" on January 8, 2017 to reunite with his loved ones who had gone before him. Dan was born December 28, 1930 to J.C. and Dora Ethel Daniels in Carlisle, Ark. He is survived by his wife, Ryuko Daniels and first wife, Carolyn Pledger; daughters, Brenda Von Ohlen and Sheila Crum Laird (Robert) and Felecia Rendon (Danny); and his son, Ronny Daniels. He was Papaw to his grandchildren - Sandra Boothe (Ryan), Carol Putnam (Rob), John Daniel Crum, Patrick Crum and Brandon Von Ohlen. Loved by great-grandkids - Chris & Brooklyn Rowe, Maddie & Peyten Free, Lexi Boothe & Cecilee Boothe. Dan is also survived by siblings Mack Daniels(Cathy),Bonita Huey (JV), Larry Hall and Roberta Daniels along with many nieces and nephews and family that he held dear to his heart. He is preceded in death by his daughter, Dana Lexi Cicirello; parents J.C. and Dora Daniels; brother, Jack Daniels and sisters, Marilyn Parker and Sylvia Kay Hill. Dan retired from the postal service where he was a rural carrier in his hometown of Carlisle. He was an avid gardener, sports enthusiast, music lover and lover of nature and people. He participated in many sports – bowling, baseball and softball (which he formed and coached his own team). Years later, he would excel in the Senior Olympics. He had a strong work ethic, whether it was tending one of his many gardens, fishing, walking, or one of his biggest passions - watermelon. He received many awards and ribbons for his melons – the largest weighing in over 200 lbs. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy, traveling and collecting memories and stories he would carry with him always. A simple country boy with a big heart, you will be missed by all. Visitation for Dan will be held from 5-7 p.m. on Friday, January 13th at Griffin Leggett Rest Hills Funeral Home, 7724 Landers Rd., NLR. Funeral services will be at the funeral home at p.m., Saturday, January 14th with Pastors Ken and Pam Wold officiating. Pallbearers will be Ronny Daniels, Mike Parker, John Crum, Brandon Von Ohlen, Patrick Crum and Danny Rendon. Honorary Pallbearers are Robert Laird, Ryan Boothe and Rob Putnam Burial with military honors will follow immediately at Rest Hills Memorial Park. www.griffinleggettresthills.com.