Daniel W. Thomas

With extreme sadness, the day has come to welcome another Angel into heaven. An extraordinary husband, father, grandfather, family member, and friend. Wife, Andrea; daughters, Danielle (Frank Binetti), Nikki (Ron Ricciardi); grandfather to Anthony, Francesca, Patsy, Dante, Danny & Vincent; brother to Diane Mikenis & Donnie Thomas; brother-in-law to Donnie & Toni Lynn Caputo, Marc Mastro & the late Michael Mastro; and uncle to many nieces and nephews. Danny passed away Tuesday evening in his home surround by all his loved ones. He had nothing short of a fairy tale marriage to his bride of 51 years. Together they created an incredible home that nurtured them, their children, grandchildren, and all who entered his home. A devoted and loving father, adopting a hands-on approach to all their endeavors as their lives unfolded. His family expanded with 2 sons-in-law. He embraced them, as well as the entire Binetti & Ricciardi families. And what a grandfather he was! He never missed a game and even a practice...a fully invested cheering section and advisor. Through the time he gave his children and grandchildren the love he showed was felt beyond any words. Indeed his measure of success was always being there for his entire family. Always encouraging and supportive. He had many friends. He was inviting and everyone was drawn to him. What is especially memorable was his Italian caps & fluent 2nd language of sarcasm! He brought it everywhere he went! It never failed to brighten every circumstance. Some will remember him as a stylish man, others by his support to his family, others as a good friend throughout the years. He had many talents, the hardest working man in construction, being a husband, father & grandfather was the talent he chose to cultivate. Devotion to his family was his personal code of honor. All of us who survive him are so lucky to have been blessed with this incredible man. The day has come that he must travel separately from those who loved him and who he loved so fiercely. The laughter he gave us, and, yes the tears, will bring us warmth and strength. May he rest in eternal peace. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 AM on Tuesday, May 11 at St. Mary Catholic Church, 10307 Dundee Rd in Huntley. All are welcome.

Daniel W. Thomas

February 13, 1948 - May 4, 2021