Daniel R. McNamara, 70 of Paxton, died at 4:08 p.m. Wednesday, October 1, 2025, at Carle Foundation Hospital, Urbana.

A gathering of family and friends for a Celebration of Life will be held Wednesday, October 8, 2025, at the McNamara home, 333 W. Holmes Street, Paxton beginning at 5:00 p.m.  Baier Family Funeral Services, Paxton is assisting the family with arrangements.

Dan was born April 8, 1955, in Trenton, Michigan the son of Christopher Daniel "Pat" and Dorothy Venier McNamara.  He married Patricia Smith November 27, 1981, in Paxton.  She survives.

Along with his wife, Pat, he is survived by five sons, Jeremy (Christine) Smith of Paxton, Jeff (Danielle) Hart of Georgia, Joshua Smith of Paxton, Christopher McNamara of Paxton, Sean (Netanya Willis) McNamara of Paxton; seven grandchildren Zavier, Zake, Zoltan, Samantha, Andrew, Taylor and Killian; two sisters, Lynn (Ed) Rutkowske of Paxton and Sharon (Terry) Reno of Sidney.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Patsy Tosone.

Dan retired from Flex-N-Gate, Rantoul in April after more than 40 years. He was a Quality control lead and known as the "go- to- guy" by family and friends.  Dan enjoyed doing many things, including four-wheeling, and woodworking.  He loved nature, camping and music.  His greatest joy was spending time with his grandkids.

Memorials may be made to an organization of the donor's choice.  Condolences and memories can be shared with the family at www.baierfuneralservices.com.