Dan had worked as a Diesel Master Mechanic for the Shiawassee Regional Education Service District (SRESD) for over 12 years.  He was an active member and past board member of the Shiawassee Conservation Association.  He was also a member of ABATE Region 10 and the JRHC.  He enjoyed riding motorcycles, hunting, and fishing.  Most of all, he loved spending time with his sons, family, and friends.