Stephen L. Daniels

Stephen L. Daniels, 77, of Absecon, departed this life on August 20, 2024, surrounded by his family. He died peacefully after a long illness. Steve was born in 1947 and grew up in Scranton, PA. He met the love of his life, Brenda in Atlantic City, NJ in 1966 and moved to Absecon, NJ after his marriage to her in 1969, where they resided until his death. Steve graduated from Scranton Central High School, Scranton, PA and went on to graduate from Pennsylvania Military College, now Widener University, and received his MBA from Widener University. He also graduated from the American Bankers Graduate School of Retail banking at the University of Virginia. Steve was employed in the Financial Services Industry all of his life, working for several banks in the South Jersey region and most recently was a Director and consultant with Protiviti, Inc, until he retired. He was a member of several Masonic organizations, and a member of the United Methodist Church at Absecon. Steve is predeceased by his parents, Lloyd and Ruth Daniels of Scranton, PA; and a sister, Amy Daniels Goss (Galen) of Mechanicsburg PA. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Brenda; and two children, Keith S. Daniels (Jennifer) of Newtown, PA and Dr. June B. LaFave, VMD (David) of Chicago, IL.; and his grandchildren, whom he adored, Stephen Daniels and Katherine Daniels. He is also survived by his BFF dog Harley. In 1982, he was recognized in the community for his involvement in various civic organizations. Steve loved spending time with his family, friends and pets. During his life, Steve also enjoyed the holidays, sports, boating, fishing, gardening, exploring restaurants and laughing.

Visitation will be 10AM to 11AM on Saturday, August 31, 2024 at the United Methodist Church at Absecon, 100 Pitney Rd., Absecon. A Masonic service will follow at 11AM followed by a religious service at 11:15AM. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the United Methodist Church of Absecon at the above address or the SPCA of Atlantic County, PO Box 205, Somers Point, NJ 08244, in his memory. For online condolences, please visit www.parselsfh.com.