Daniel Wesley Hartman Jr.

With heavy hearts and deep gratitude for his life, we announce the passing of Daniel Wesley Hartman, Jr., our beloved family patriarch. He passed away at his home in Rockledge, Florida, on Sunday, October 25, 2026, at the “ripe young age” of 93.

Born on October 15, 1933, in Washington, D.C., to Daniel Hartman, Sr. and Willa Gust Hartman, Dan grew up with a strong work ethic and a lifelong love of the outdoors, building things, and telling stories.

Dan proudly served in the United States Navy and was a Korean War veteran. Following a career with Pan Am, he spent many years in construction, real estate, and property management throughout Brevard County, continuing to work until recent years. For the past two decades, he also devoted countless days to volunteering at the House of Hope in Merritt Island, Florida. There, he helped provide meals and clothing to people experiencing homelessness, sharing compassion and the love of Christ with those he served.

Dan shared more than 42 wonderful years of marriage with the love of his life, Elsie. Together, they built a family life filled with laughter, guidance, and unwavering support.

He is survived by his beloved wife, Elsie Z. Hartman; his five daughters, Ann Schumacher (Jerry), Dawn Hartman, Tamar Friedel, Donna Phillips (Ken), and Laurie Brunton (Kurt); his son, Mark Hartman; his sister, Dee Hall; 16 grandchildren; and 20 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Daniel Sr. and Willa; his sister, Alice; and his daughters, Kathy Sereda and Susie Thomas.

Above all, Dan will be remembered for his sense of humor and his deep love for his family and community. His stories, his guidance, and the love he shared will live on in the hearts of all who knew him.

A private family service celebrating Dan’s life will be held on Saturday at 10:00 a.m. in Rockledge, Florida.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations in Dan’s memory to House of Hope, 345 Magnolia Avenue, Merritt Island, FL 32952.