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David Daniel

May 2, 1938 — Sep 20, 2026

It is with deep sadness that we announce the death of David Daniel, age 88, who passed away peacefully in his home on September 20th, 2026.

Throughout David's life, he was a beloved son, brother, uncle, husband, father, grandfather, father figure, and friend to many. He was born May 2nd, 1938, in Jaggan Village, Santa Cruz, Trinidad, to Eva Daniel and Lawrence Lezama. He was one of nine siblings: Joan, Gammon, Herman, Stella, Gerald, Marilyn, Stephen, and Susan. He was the husband of Jean Daniel, the father of 6, grandfather of 12, and great-grandfather of 2. He resided with his wife, Jean Daniel, daughter Alysia Daniel, and grandchildren Sydney and Brayden Cooper until his untimely passing.

David left Trinidad at an early age to pursue a better life in the U.S. He worked many jobs during his life and spent many years as a Taxi Driver both in Trinidad and in New York City. He remained close to all his siblings and his mother, whom he would visit in Trinidad many times. As an extended family member, he was also very close with many of his nieces and nephews. David remained very close to his younger brother Herman, as he also made the move to NY at a young age.

Brooklyn, NY, was David's home for many years prior to moving to Florida with his daughter Alysia. He was pivotal in the lives of his grandchildren; Sydney and Brayden were blessed to have him play such a huge part in their upbringing. David was available to take them to school each day. They could always count on Grandpa to be close to the first car in line to pick them up at dismissal. Always reliable, always early, always there for them. Even as a baby, Brayden was known to call for Grandpa from his crib when he woke up in the night rather than anyone else. The bond he developed with them was very strong.

David had a unique sense of humor. He was always a troublemaker with a fun-loving spirit, delighting in making others laugh with him. There are many stories he shared with us over the years, relating to some wickedness he did to relatives and friends in his youth. He had a way about him to poke fun at you to the point that even you had to laugh at yourself. You could always count on David to tell you what he really thought of things and give his strong opinions. He had a bright spirit and a righteous heart; he did his best to treat others with as much love and compassion as he could give. David wasn't a man of many soft words, but his love was felt in his actions and all that he did for his loved ones.

To say David will be missed is an understatement. He may not have always been understood but those who were lucky enough to love and be loved by him know deep in their hearts he is irreplaceable. The impact he has had on many lives speaks to the core of his character. A man who always wished the best for those he loved. The family wishes to thank everyone for their prayers and support during this time of grief.

The funeral service is scheduled for September 25th, 2026, with an 11 a.m.- 12 p.m. viewing and the service from 12 p.m.- 1 p.m. at Ammen Family Cremation and Funeral Care located at 950 Malabar Rd SE, Palm Bay, Florida. We hope to see his many loved ones come together to celebrate the wonderful person that he was.

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