Paul Francis George Daniel

Paul Francis George “Frank” Daniel died peacefully in his sleep at his home on Friday, April 1, 2022 aged 87 years after fighting a long and brave battle with Alzheimer’s. He is preceded in death by his wife of 48 years, Janet Irene Daniel, Parents – Joseph Maxime Daniel, Bernadette Francoise Laurence Loumeau and stepmother, Emma Daniel. Brother- Peter Daniel, Noel Daniel, Cyril Daniel. Sisters- Alex Daniel, Annie Daniel and Cecile Olivier. He is survived by his Son, René Maxime Daniel (Julia), Daughter Janine Daniel Dunn (Paul) and Grandchildren, Kaitlyn Dunn, Janet Dunn, Maxime Daniel and Esmeé Daniel. Mr. Daniel was born in Durban, South Africa. He was a Merchant Marine and studied in Both England and Scotland earning his Master’s Degrees in Marine Engineering and Naval Architecture which afforded him many opportunities to travel the world. He and his family settled in New Orleans, La and eventually retired as an Engineer from Lloyds of London. Not one to sit still, he was a member of St. Andrew The Apostle Church, The British Car Club, The Marine Engineering Club and was an active Kiwanee volunteer. He loved to spend the weekends working on antique cars or playing a good game of tennis with friends. He was extremely social, loved to surround himself with people and never met anyone he didn’t like or wouldn’t help. The family wishes to thank Gloria who assisted Mr. Daniel as a caregiver during the last 5 years and, Heart of Hospice for their support during the last few months of his life. His number one passion was the ocean, he delighted in telling stories of his younger days and at times thought he was “James Bond of the seas.” As quoted by a maritime friend….. “Frank has gone on watch for the last time.” A service for Mr. Daniel will be held at Lake Lawn Metairie Cemeteries Butterfly Garden on Friday, April 15, 2022 at 12:30pm where he will be interred with his wife. (Enter at fountain gate, drive until you reach Avenue K and take a left).

“God saw you getting tired when a cure was not to be so He wrapped his arms around you and whispered “Come Unto Me”. You didn’t deserve what you went through and so he gave you rest, God’s garden must be beautiful because He only takes the best. So, when we saw you sleeping, so peaceful and free from pain, we could not wish you to come back to us to suffer all that again”