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110 East 12th Street
Vancouver, Washington
DANIEL ’DANNY’ PRESTON YORK
September 30, 1965 ˜ May 29, 2019
Daniel York was a pillar of his community who loved his family and always put them first. He was joined at the hip and inseparable from his high school sweetheart and love of his life, his wife Lori M. York. They were married for 35 years (October 20, 1984).
Dan was born in Portland, OR. He graduated from Columbia River High School in 1984. He achieved his Associate’s degree from Clark College and received a Certified Professional in Learning and Performance (CPLP).
Dan had a great career, first starting out as a newspaper carrier for the Columbian. He moved on from there to the Holland Burgerville and then director of training at Papa Murphy’s. After twenty years he changed careers and became a certified trainer in environmental health and safety and worked for Paramount Petroleum and ARC Terminal oil companies, then finding his last home with the Carson Nexgen family as their Health Safety Environmental Director.
He was on the board for Clean Rivers Cooperative. Dan made mentoring youth a priority in his life.
Dan loved his grandkids and cherished coaching them in soccer, and trained many other players throughout the years. Known fondly as ‘Coach Dan,’ he coached with the Vancouver West Soccer Club for over 26 years, including the Bulls, Velociraptors, Outlaws and Outlaws Too, and assisted with the Rug Rats.
Dan had a passion for adventure and in his younger years raced motorcycles and later his beloved Ford Mustang.
He loved the Portland Trail Blazers and Portland Timbers, as well as attending concerts with Lori and traveling with her to many sunny locales, especially Cabo San Lucas, Hawaii and Arizona. He often planned surprise trips with his wife and family.
Dan is survived by his wife, Lori; his son, Kyle; daughter, Jessica Nelson and son-in-law, Patrick Williams; his three granddaughters, Annabella, Izzabella and Naomi; his brother, Steve York; sister, Suzanne York; father-in-law, David and his wife, Patty Lucas, mother-in-law, Nikki and her husband, Larry Christensen; brothers-in-law, Kenny Weber and Warren Neth, Jr.; many nieces, nephews and cousins and aunts and uncles; Justin Byrd, who was like a son to him; and lastly, his beloved beagle, Bailey.
He was preceded in death by his father, James York; mother, Nancy York; brother, Robert ’Bob’ York; and son, Miles York.
Dan has touched many lives and will be missed beyond words. Lori and the family appreciate your love and support during this difficult time. Their door is always open.
Memorial service will be held at Vancouver Funeral Chapel, 110 E 12th Street, Vancouver, WA at 2p.m. on Friday, June 7th. Following the service there will be a Celebration of Life event at the Heathman Lodge, 7801 NE Greenwood Drive in Vancouver, WA.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: Vancouver West Soccer Club, P.O. Box 65622, Vancouver, WA 98665; www.vancouverwestsc.org
Davies Cremation & Burial Services in care of arrangements.
Please sign his guest book @ www.columbian.com/obits
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Dan York is still one of the best people I have ever met in my life. Thank you for being my friend.
Carolyn
Work
February 3, 2024
Lori, I'm so sorry for your loss. I had the opportunity to work with Dan on a few occasions - he had a kind spirit, positive energy, and genuine smile. I'm thankful to have known Dan - he made the world a better place.
Sam Jackson
Coworker
June 10, 2019
Coach Dan was an inspiring and positive presence. Our daughter played for the Outlaws and he always had a smile and a kind word. He and Lori were always together, always proud of the girls and always fun to be around on the sidelines. Coach Dan was committed to the team as a whole but also to all the girls. He wanted them to learn fitness, a a team approach and love of the game. He was a great coach, and a great guy. We are thankful for the years that our daughter spent on his team. We regret not being able to attend the service today, but wanted Lori and family to know you are thought of today and in the days ahead. Lori, I remember running into the two of you so many times because you just were always together. I'm so glad you two had each other, even though time was too short. Thank you Coach Dan for your dedication to the girls and your selflessness in your volunteer work. Jeanne and Mike Farber
Jeanne Farber
June 7, 2019
Lori,
I'm so very sorry for your loss. There really are no words that seem adequate at a time like this. You are in my thoughts and prayers. With my deepest and most heartfelt condolences. Laurie Serhan
Laurie Serhan
June 7, 2019
Lori I'm so sorry for your loss. Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Lorraine Petersen
June 6, 2019
Lori
I met both of you when I started Jazzercise in 2008, three months after my Wife passed away.
I was the new Man in class.
You guys were in the front, center stage and I was just behind.
It was that way Dan and I being the only Men for years.
I enjoyed watching both of you together as it was an early experience of what I had that was no longer.
It was inspiring to see both of you and observe your numerous posts regarding trips, Soccer and Grandchildren.
I truly understand the feeling of loss.
It stings and one never forgets.
I sense you shared great times together for 35 years. They will always seared in your memory, photos and videos.
Arthur Liss
June 6, 2019
Lori, we are very sorry about your loss. May the memories of Danny and the love of your family surround you and give you strength in the days ahead~ Chopra Family
Jagdeep Chopra
June 6, 2019
Losing someone that we love never comes easy.
It is truly heartbreaking. May God's promises in
Isaiah 65:17 comfort and help you.
June 6, 2019
Lori, I was so very sad to hear about Dan's passing. He was so very friendly and welcoming. I could feel he was a good guy. I'm so sorry for you to lose your love match like this. I pray for your comfort and healing soon.
Donna Erickson
June 5, 2019
I met Dan when I was 12 years old the seventh grade we became best of friends and remained so for many years I even had the privilege of being best man at his wedding but it was Dan who was the best thru the good times and the bad you and Dan got me thru some pretty rough times in my life Lori you were the kind of friends that were there when no one else would even think of trying I don't have the words Lori accept to say I am so sorry for the loss that you must feel and for the loss of one of my best friends in life the world was a better place with him in it and im a better person for knowing him he was one of the best souls I have ever known.....your friend always Randy M. Randall....
Randy Randall
June 5, 2019
Lori,
I never met Dan, but through your weekly account of your life with husband, I felt that I knew him.. I can't imagine the pain and loneliness that you are going through right now. Even though you are surrounded by people that love you, there is an empty void in your heart. Only time will be able to heal the emptiness that you feel now. Our love, thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
John and Deb
June 4, 2019
Lori, I am so sorry to hear of your loss, well all of our loss. Dan was one of those special people we are blessed if we knew him. I know for a fact that everyone who did meet him is a better person because they knew him. Hang in there and hang on, this is when faith is truly one of those things that will help you through this tough time. He will be missed and if there is anything I can do, please let me know.
Debi Miller (LaZier)
Friend
June 3, 2019
Dan was such a good friend and mentor. We worked together on several safety situations and I learned a lot. He brought so much joy into the workplace, always had kind words for everyone, and everyone he met considered him a friend. I will miss him so very much.
Carolyn Fu
June 3, 2019
Lori, please accept my deepest condolences for your family's loss.
Laurie Patterson
Coworker
June 2, 2019
I had the pleasure of watching Coach Dan coach my Granddaughter Isabel this year (Rugrats). Coach Dan was so patient and really cared about teaching the little one's the fundamentals of soccer. You could truly see the connection between Coach Dan and Lori and both of their desire to show their love of soccer to these little girls. Naomi really displayed the skills taught to her by her Grandpa. May God bring you peace and comfort during this difficult time. Amparo (Isabel's Abuela)
Amparo Thorgrimsen
June 2, 2019
Lori I'm so sorry for your loss. My condolences to the family.
Salinder kullar
June 2, 2019
Condolences to the family. I so enjoyed his beautiful spirit every time I saw him. Lori, if you need anything just ask and I'll be there.
Traci Chumbley (McCune)
Friend
June 1, 2019
Danny and I are so very sorry for the loss of Dan. He will be greatly missed
Molly Zinda
May 31, 2019
Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
Pam and Bruce Hokanson
May 31, 2019
This is crushing news. I am so sorry for your families loss! He will be greatly missed especially in the soccer community! My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Lisa Santesson a fellow coach.
Lisa Santesson
May 30, 2019
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