Danny G. Gillahan's Obituary
Danny G. Gillahan Sr., 87, of Sheffield Lake, Ohio passed away on January 30, 2022. He was born on June 14,1934 in Marion, Kentucky to the late Robert P. and Margaret E. (nee Hina) Gillahan. Danny was a proud veteran of the United States Air Force. He was a graduate of Cleveland State University. Danny retired as a chemist from Sherwin Williams Co. after 40 years. During his career he proudly developed paint formulas for Sherwin Williams, as well as building the Sherwin Williams Weathering Station in Medina, Ohio. He had a life-long love of reading, especially books about history and World War II. Danny shared a spiritual bond with his wife Catalina that inspired them to serve others together. They served in many capacities in their church, Lakewood Seventh Day Adventist Church and established the Church Community Center that serves those in need. He loved his family and lived for creating the best life for his loved ones. Danny will be deeply missed by his loving wife Catalina (nee Vega) Gillahan of 66 years; cherished father of Debra L. (Thomas) Federico, Diane M. (Lester) Clark, and Danny G. Jr.; treasured grandfather of Lauren, Matthew, Tyler, Stephen, Alexander, Amanda, Daniel, Kari Lynn, Kristina, and Colton; great-grandfather of seven; dear brother of Margaret Ann Goodman; brother-in-law of Nancy Gillahan. Danny is preceded in death by his siblings Robert H. Gillahan, James O. Gillahan; and brother-in-law Roger Goodman. A visitation for family and friends will take place on Tuesday, June 14, 2022 from 11:00 AM-12 Noon, at the Sunset Chapel, 6245 Columbia Road, North Olmsted, Ohio 44070. A memorial service will begin at 12 noon at the Chapel. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to: Northern Ohio Adventist Academy, 555 Kenilworth Ave., Sheffield Lake, Ohio 44054. Online condolences and memories may be left on Danny’s memorial page at www.sunsetfuneralandcemetery.com
What’s your fondest memory of Danny?
What’s a lesson you learned from Danny?
Share a story where Danny's kindness touched your heart.
Describe a day with Danny you’ll never forget.
How did Danny make you smile?