Alfred Daniel Killian Jr., University of Miami, Gamma Phi 1950 - Chapter Eternal

Post date: May 09, 2018 11:44:38 AM

ALL HONOR TO HIS NAME

Dan Killian went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Thursday, April 12, 2018. His Christian faith was the most important thing in his life. He was born October 7, 1925 in Miami, Florida. His family had deep roots in Miami. His great-grandfather had a trading post at the corner of 98th St. and US-1. Killian Drive and Killian High School are named in honor of Dan’s great-grandfather who was an area pioneer and county commissioner, responsible for the Kendall area's first hospitals, stores, street lights and the railway depot along the former Florida East Coast Railway.

Dan was a Commander in the U.S. Coast Guard, proudly serving in WWII and Korea and afterwards staying in the Reserves. His love of amateur radio—which he used in the military—would remain a passion for the rest of his life. Every family member fondly recalls his call name, W41UV. After WWII, he attended the University of Miami, earning a law degree. He was a well-known, highly respected trial lawyer and senior partner in the firm of Corlett, Killian and Sikes. Most of his career found him working as a defense lawyer representing the railroads throughout Florida. His stories from the court room were fascinating and he loved to tell them. His daughter fondly recalls joining him for trial preparation that included derailing a locomotive.

He was reunited with his beloved wife Dianne whose death preceded him by two years. He is survived by his daughter, Laurie Detweiler, her husband, Marlin, grandchildren Jameson, Brandon, Travis and Parker, grandson’s wives Jackie, Lexi and Sydney, and great-grandchildren Ava, Oliver, Skylar and Lucy.

Other than his Savior, he loved his family members more than anything. He was known to those around him for his constant encouragement. As was seen in the days after his passing, Dan was always there to encourage those around him, including strangers. He shared the love of His Savior with everyone he encountered. He will be missed more than words can describe.

A memorial service will be held May 12, 2018 at 4:00 pm at 333 S. 9th Street, Akron, PA

Arrangements are being handled by Shikany's Bonita Funeral Home.

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