PORT ALLEGANY — Daniel Richard McCann, 79, passed away peacefully May 11, 2026, at Olean (N.Y.) General Hospital.

Born July 17, 1946, in Elmira, N.Y., Dan lived a life filled with love, laughter, friendship and devotion to his family.

Dan was preceded in death by his parents, Thelma Patton and Carl McCann. He is survived by his loving wife of 40 years, Mary Kay McCann; his sisters, Judy Poyneer and Jackie Root; and his cherished children, Shannon and Mike Kio, Griffin and Susan McCann, Jack and Hallie Gaddess, Lesa Miller and Christopher Gaddess.

He was a proud grandfather to Kiersten and Chad Austin, Dane and Brianna Kio, Maggie Gaddess, Ellie Gaddess and Josie Gaddess, and a loving great-grandfather to Avery, Alayna, Sage, Camden and Casen.

A proud Vietnam veteran, Dan honorably served his country in the U.S. Navy. Following his military service, he dedicated 38 years to his work as a mold maker with Saint-Gobain. For many years, he was a proud member of the VFW Frank Burt 6391, the Loyal Order of the Moose 460 and Smethport Country Club.

Dan was truly the life of the party and found his greatest joy in spending time and taking pictures with family and friends. He loved traveling, golfing and enjoying wines from around the world. One of his favorite places was Marco Island, Fla., where he spent many winter months creating lasting memories with both old and new friends.

Dan will be remembered for his warm spirit, quick smile, generous heart and the countless laughs he shared with everyone fortunate enough to know him. His presence brought joy to every gathering, and his memory will live on forever in the hearts of his family and friends.

Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, July 17, 2026, in Fairview Cemetery, with the Rev. Joann Piatko officiating. Military honors will be accorded by the Port Allegany Honor Guard. A celebration of Dan’s life will follow the services.

Memorials may be made to Port Allegany Ambulance Service or a charity of the donor’s choice.

Arrangements are under direction of Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes Inc. Online condolences may be made at hartle-tarboxfuneralhomes.com.