Pastor Wallace Daniel "Dan" Harley, 82, of Lancaster, was welcomed into the loving arms of Jesus on Monday, April 22, 2024, at Hospice & Community Care, Mount Joy surrounded by his family.

Born in Buffalo, New York, he was the son of the late Francis D. and Berniece Alene Gerhart Harley. Dan was the loving husband of Elizabeth "Betty" Klavoon Harley and they had just observed their 65th wedding anniversary this month. A Pastor, Dan served in ministry for over 45 years and was fondly referred to as "Pastor Dan."

Dan graduated from West Seneca High School and began his career as a steamfitter in Buffalo New York, but felt called by the Lord to the ministry and in 1975 attended Liberty University and then began his pastoral ministry in Lancaster. He also pastored churches in Richmond, Virginia, Green Lane, Pennsylvania, Alden, New York, Nottingham, Pennsylvania and Clermont, Florida. Retiring to Lancaster County, Pastor Dan continued in his ministry leading a weekly Bible study at Westminster Place at Long Community Highland.

His desire was reaching those who did not know his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. He loved his church families dearly and compassionately and always felt it a privilege and a joy to pastor a flock.

Dan was always making people smile and when asked how he was doing, he would reply, "I'm Rejoicing!"

He received his greatest joy from his family, especially his wife of 65 years Elizabeth, who was by his side in marriage and the ministry. Dan showered his grandchildren and great grandchildren with his love and humor.

Surviving are three children; Eric Daniel husband of Kimberly Harley, Kevin Francis husband of Wendy Harley, Timothy husband of Silvia Harley; 10 grandchildren; 14 greatgrandchildren; a sister, Kathleen Sager, and two brothers; Scott F. husband of Amelia Harley, and Guy A. husband of June Harley. Preceding him in death was a son, Mark R. Harley.

Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend Dan's memorial service on June 15, 2024, at 11:00 AM at Calvary Church (East entrance), 1051 Landis Valley Road, Lancaster, PA 17601 with a luncheon afterwards. No visitation beforehand. Those desiring may send memorial contributions in Dan's memory to Hospice & Community Care, The E.E. Manny Murry Center, Mt. Joy, PA.