Daniel Francis McKay, 68
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NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — Daniel Francis McKay, 68 of Sarasota, FL, died on Saturday, August 27, 2022 at his treasured family camp in Rowe, MA.
Dan was born in North Adams, MA on July 17, 1954, a son of the late Frank J. & Cecile H. (Fournier) McKay. He attended local schools including St. Joseph’s and Drury High School.
Dan was first employed as a young new father at The Pennysaver Press and eventually made a career as Vice President for Ski America Magazine. He went on to own and operate Florida Marine Times. In retirement, he engaged his interest and talent working with friends buying and selling cars. Dan had a passion for life; he was full of energy and loved spending time with his family, friends, daughters, and grandchildren. He also enjoyed downhill skiing, boating, riding his motorcycle, listening to live jazz & blues music and sharing all those passions with others.
Survivors include his beloved daughters, Sheri Kelly (Drew) of Williamstown, MA, and Katie McKay (Jason) of North Adams, MA. He also leaves his grandchildren, Two Kelly, Thomas Kelly and Elizabeth Kelly as well as his brothers, Brian McKay (Janice) and David McKay (MaryLou), his best friend, Bob Nackoul (Valerie),his former wife Denise (Pisano) Krutiak (Philip), and many loved nieces, nephews, friends, and family. He will forever be loved and deeply missed.
FUNERAL NOTICE: Calling hours for Daniel Francis McKay will be on Thursday, September 1, 2022 from 3-5 PM at Flynn & Dagnoli – WEST CHAPEL 521 West Main St. North Adams, MA 01247. A Celebration of Life will follow. Donations may be made to POPCARES through the funeral home.
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