Daniel R. Eby, 41

September 16, 2017

Daniel R. Eby, 41, began his new journey on Saturday, September 16, 2017. Dan was born on February 28, 1976 in Lancaster, PA, where he resided most of his life. He most recently lived in Bristol, PA.
Dan experienced happiness in the small moments of his life. He found peace sitting by the ocean and breathing in the salty ocean air. He found contentment listening to his treasured record collection and enjoying his favorite music. Dan’s greatest pleasure came from spending time with his two boys, sharing his passions with them, in turn learning from them and watching them grow. Dan viewed his two sons as his greatest accomplishment and he spoke of them with great pride and love.
Dan also took tremendous pride in his work as a helicopter mechanic, most recently working for Sterling Helicopters in Croydon, PA. He also completed 6 years of service with the United States Army.
Dan appreciated and cared deeply for his friends, many of whom were lifelong. As in all areas of his life, Dan found fulfillment in the everyday moments, making meals and entertaining for his family and friends, grilling out, telling stories and sharing laughter over happy memories from times past. Dan’s loved ones will hold him close in their heart, will cherish the memory of his smile and his engaging laugh and will live their lives in honor of those small moments in which he was able to find peace.
Dan is survived in death by: his beloved sons, Ian R. Eby and Colin M. Eby; his mother, Patty L. Newswanger, Lancaster, PA; his brothers and keepers: Kyle E. Eby (Keri), Lancaster, PA, Robert “Bobby” Eby (Jessica), Conestoga, PA, Cory Eby, Pequea, PA; step-mother: Trudy Eby, Lancaster, PA; the mother of his children, Jaime M. Eby, Millersville, PA; and nieces and nephews: Anderson, Jenna and Alyssa. Dan is also survived by countless, loving friends who will never forget the times they shared with him.
Services will be private and at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers please consider donating to the Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (www.dbsalliance.org), 55 E. Jackson Blvd., Suite 490, Chicago, IL 60604.