Daniel R. Denato

Mr. Daniel R. Denato, a native Utican, age 63, of Cold Brook, NY, passed away on Tuesday, February 20, 2007, at Faxton-St. Luke's Healthcare Center after a short but courageous battle with cancer. Born in Utica on July 7, 1943, Dan was the son of the late Carmen P. and Grace (Lazzaro) Denato. Raised and educated locally, he was a graduate of Utica Free Academy. He furthered his academic studies at Harpur College, a division of the State University of New York at Binghamton, where he was awarded a B.A. in Chemistry. He then continued his graduate work at Syracuse University. Dan's lifework as a chemistry teacher was rewarding and productive. A member of the Utica City School District, he taught at Kemble St. School and T.R. Proctor High School, retiring in 1995. He was "a teacher throughout his life, and many benefited from his patience and his ability to instruct." Dan's varied interests and hobbies included culinary endeavors, locksmithing, computers, security systems, and music. He was a member of the Utica Teachers Association. A humanitarian and benevolent man, he was always pleased to do kind deeds for others. Dan's life was defined by his dedication to his nephews who benefited from his wisdom, camping trips, and true devotion. The happiest times of his life were those shared with his cherished nephews. Dan also held close to his heart the memory of his beloved parents. Dan is survived by his sister and brother-in-law, Jeanne and David Carpenter of Queensbury, NY; his adored nephews, Matthew, Damian, and Marc Carpenter; and his close cousins. He was grateful for his "North Country Friends" and his fellow colleagues. Visitation will be held Saturday from 11:00 - 1:00 at the Eannace Funeral Home, Inc., 932 South St., corner of Hammond Ave. By family request, please omit floral offerings. For those wishing to do so, please consider memorial donations in Dan's honor to Becky's House, a home-away-from-home for patients and families of St. Peter's Hospital in Albany; envelopes will be available at the funeral home. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend Dan's Celebration of Life which will commence on Saturday afternoon at 1:00 at the conclusion of visitation. Father Anthony P. LaFache will officiate.

Daniel R. Denato

July 7, 1943 - February 20, 2007