Lothar Gerhard Daniel

May 21, 1936 - October 30, 2019

On Wednesday, October 30, 2019, Lothar Daniel passed away peacefully at the age of 83. Lothar was born on May 21, 1936, in Berlin, Germany and was the son of Martha and Karl Daniel. Beloved husband of Margrit, and loving and proud father of Marion (Brent) and Sylvia (Justin). Cherished Opa of Daniel, Jacob, Graym, Rheanna and Jett. Lothar was a proud German immigrant who came to Canada for a better life. On a visit to his homeland, Lothar met Margrit and brought her over and soon had two daughters. After earning his trade papers in HVAC, he had his own business. When he retired, Lothar became a crossing guard and was a fierce protector of the children he served. He loved to garden (orchids were his favourite), listen to jazz music, watch sports (German soccer leagues) and to cook, he could make a meal out of nothing. Lothar loved being an Opa to his five grandkids and taught them how to play card/board games and chess. Little did we know that a year ago he would be admitted to hospital and never be able to return home. Lothar went from acute care to rehab to palliative care. At each stage of this, he was cared for by amazing people who respected his needs and enjoyed his sense of humour. A huge thank you to the staff at St. Joe's, Hamilton General, Juravinski, and St.Peter's, and for friends and colleagues who heard he was admitted and went to check up on him to bring him goodies. We are truly grateful. It had been a long, tiring year for Lothar. A Celebration of Life will be held from 1 pm – 4 pm on Sunday, November 17th, at Amica Retirement Home, located at 50 Hatt Street, Dundas, Ontario. In lieu of flowers, please have a shot of Schnapps or send a donation to St. Joseph’s Hospital foundation https://www.stjoesfoundation.ca/ and direct the donation to the Complex care unit.