Jeffery E. "Barney" Daniels, Sr.

Mr. Jeffery E.“Barney” Daniels, Sr. age 63, of Utica, passed away on Saturday, December 23, 2006, at the Faxton-St. Luke’s Healthcare Center with his family by his side. Born in Utica on April 18, 1943, Jeff was the son of the late Daniel Daniels, Sr. and Mary (Torchia) Daniels-Santacroce. He received his secondary education at the Riverside Military Academy and was a 1961 graduate of T. R. Proctor High School. In his early working life, Jeff was a Glassman and glazier and proprietor of Daniels Glass Co. on Columbia St. It was on October 10, 1964 that he married the former Theresa Carlone. They complemented each other in their love for each other and in their business partnership together. A legendary restauranteur, he was a self-taught chef, and co-owner and operator of Daniele Imports, first on McQuade Ave., and currently located on the corner of Mohawk and James Streets. "Jeff’s recipe for success was quality" --- in his business visions, his savory food specialties, and his rapport with his patrons. He inspired many young chefs in the area, and set the standard for the local catering industry. In more recent years, he knew the joy of his family’s endeavors at Daniele at Valley View and Daniele’s Banquet Specialists. These enterprises were dreams of his life and a legacy that his family will honor and carry on with the same commitment and quality. As a man of courage, Jeff had no fears, and was blessed with a physical and emotional strength. He enjoyed each day of his life and possessed a unique graphic humor that would often gather a crowd. He celebrated life with a generosity that was unsurpassed. He would share a recipe without hesitation and maintained his optimistic view on life, in spite of his health adversities. Jeff truly lived a wonderful life, and lived it with no regrets. Jeff is survived by his devoted wife, Theresa; his son, Jeffery E., Jr. and Caprice Daniels of Utica; his daughter and son-in-law, Jennifer and Daniel DeLuke of New Hartford; and his grandchildren, Amanda, Alexandria, and Jeffery E. Daniels III; and Daniel, Alivia, and Sophia DeLuke. Also surviving are his brothers and sisters-in-law, Daniel “Dan” Jr. and Lucy Daniels of New Hartford, and Paul and Frances Daniels of Marcy; his sisters and brother-in-law, Olga and Ralph Grandinette of New Hartford, and Shirley Viscera of CA. Always close to his heart was the memory of his sisters, Sandra Caruso, Althea Henderson Paige, and Marjorie Daniels. He shared a chose relationship with his in-laws, Beverly and Fred Abounader, Carolyn Faccioli and John Gorea, Philip and Maria Carlone, and Michael Caruso. His friends were cherished and loyal, especially during his recent hospitalization, and were compassionately attentive and offered unending support. He was predeceased by his cherished in-laws, Bernard “Barney” and Louise Carlone. The family offers their heartfelt gratitude to Jeff’s longtime physicians, Dr. Charles Eldridge, Dr. Ira Tisch, and the staff of the ICU at the Faxton-St. Luke’s Healthcare Center for the dedication to caring and source of comfort for Jeff and his entire family. Visitation will be held Tuesday (today) from 4-8 at the Eannace Funeral Home, Inc., 932 South St., corner of Hammond Ave. The family will remain until all visitors have been greeted. Jeff’s funeral will commence on Wednesday morning at 10:00 from the funeral home and at 11:00 at Our Lady of the Rosary Church where his Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated.

Jeffery E. "Barney" Daniels, Sr.

April 18, 1943 - December 23, 2006