Daniel D. Dal Maso, of New Tripoli, PA, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, on June 25, 2014, at the age of 66. He was the son of Margaret (Oswald) Dal Maso of Allentown and the late Ilario Dal Maso. Born on September 30, 1947, he grew up in Allentown, PA, where he graduated from Central Catholic High School. He also played rugby for the Allentown Rugby Club. As a veteran of the United States Navy, Daniel proudly served his country aboard the submarine USS Tigrone while stationed in Groton, CT. After graduating college, he became a Shop Engineer for Mack Trucks, where he worked for 38 years in Macungie. He was an avid Civil War buff, and spent his free time visiting the battlefields, exploring and researching the historic details of Gettysburg. It was not uncommon for him to know as much as the park rangers that chaperoned his walks. His greatest reward came from raising his two children, coaching them in sports, and sharing in their love of competition.

Survivors: Daniel is survived by his devoted wife of 42 years, Theresa; his mother, Margaret, his daughter Amy, wife to Edward Zachmeyer of Nazareth; and his son Daniel of Catasauqua, husband to Marline Dal Maso, brother, Donald D. and iwfe June of Bangor, sister, Chris Leiby of Allentown, and a nephew. He was also a very proud grandfather of four: Andrew (7), Amelia (4), Giorgia (3), and Alysse (1). His smile, laughter, and larger-than-life presence will be tremendously missed by his family, friends, and all who knew him.

Services: A celebration of his life is scheduled for 11 AM, Saturday, July 19, 2014 at Keller Funeral Homes, Inc., 1018 Church Street in Fogelsville, PA. Visitation will be from 9:30 to 11 AM. Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.KellerFuneralHomes.com.

In lieu of flowers , the family ask that donations be made to The Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, Kansas 66675.