Daniel J. Dodd, Sr., 74, of Lower Oxford Township, went to be with his Lord and Savior on July 5, 2024 at his home. He was born in Lancaster, PA on August 20, 1949 to the late Lewis and Helen (Branca) Dodd. Dan lived in the Oxford area his entire life. He lived on Park Street in Oxford before moving to the family farm in Lower Oxford Township. He was a devout Roman Catholic and a life - long member of Sacred Heart Church in Oxford. He loved anything related to history and was an avid reader of all books with a historical theme.
Dan graduated from Bishop Shanahan High School in 1967 and Lincoln University in 1983 with a bachelor’s degree in history. After retiring, he worked as a substitute teacher in the Octorara and Oxford school districts.
Dan is survived by his wife of 45 years, Lois (Johnson) Dodd, two sons; DJ (Meghan) Dodd and Jordan P. Dodd (fiancé Seendy), a grandson Gavin Dodd, a sister Mary Dodd, father-in-law Samuel Johnson, brother-in-law Samuel (Brenda) Johnson, and a host of nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his sister Patricia Dodd, mother-in-law Marie Johnson, and sister-in-law and brother-in-law Faye and Fred Mattson.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, July 13, 2024 at 11:00 AM at the Church of the Sacred Heart, 203 Church Road, Oxford, PA 19363 with visitation at the church from 9:30 AM to the time of the service. Interment will follow at the Friendship Methodist Cemetery, in Gum Tree, PA.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the Wilde Funeral Home of Parkesburg, PA. Online condolences can be posted at www.wildefuneralhome.com
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Lois my prayers to you and
Lois my prayers to you and your family.
So sorry for your loss.
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family.
May Dan rest in eternal peace
May Dan rest in eternal peace knowing he was loved and cherished by many.
Lois and boys,
Lois and boys,
I am very sorry for your loss. I worked with Mr. Dodd at Octorara. He was always kind and pleasant to be around. I will keep your family in my prayers.
Lois and boys, I am so sorry
Lois and boys, I am so sorry for you loss. Dan was such a life saver to me when I was going through cancer. He was a true lover of history. You are all in my prayers. Love, Polly McCullough
My deepest condolences
Lois and Sons,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Mr. Dodd. I always enjoyed working with Mr. Todd at Octorara. He was always kind to me. I will pray for you. God bless him.
My Deepest Condolences
Dear Lois, I was so saddened to hear about the passing of Mr. Dodd. I always enjoyed working with him at Octorara. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Judy
Heartfelt condolences
lDear Lois, DJ and Jordan,
I was so shock when I received the call and still can’t comprehend that Danny is gone. We had just been talking on the 4th of July and he was so excited about the upcoming nuptials of Jordan & Seendy and sharing pictures of his grandson, Gavin. He was so devoted and proud of his family and loved each of you so much.
Who will be my partner in crime, researching our Italian ancestors and coming up with so many theories about the Branca family? We could spend hours upon hours talking about the latest research and totally lose track of time. Poor Lois, you put up with us every time we got together. There was always a what if behind every lead. I promise you Danny that I will keep up the research until I find the answers; letting you know when I see you again.
Sincere condolences
I’m an aide at the high school in Oxford and always enjoyed the times when he subbed. He was such a good conversationalist and worked well with the students. I will miss seeing him at the school. Prayers to his family.
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Lois, I'm so sorry for your loss. Our prayers go out to you and your family. So many of the kids loved him. My heart is with you.
In loving memory of Dan
Lois , Dj, Jordan & family, Dan was always so kind to me , I know what you are going through and may God give you strength and comfort during such a hard time. I will forever remember Dan's smile & kindness. May all your wonderful memories of Dan give you smiles & comfort. I'm sure Faye & John were there to welcome Dan .R.I.P. Dan , love you guys.
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I will miss seeing and chatting with Mr. Dodd around the halls of OAHS. A good man, respected by staff and students.
I wish Mrs. Dodd and the entire family peace at this time of loss and change.
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It was a pleasure working with such a funny kind man; Oxford students adored him. He will be missed!
I am so sorry for your loss,
I am so sorry for your loss, Lois.
Thinking of you
I am so sorry for your loss and I remember Dan fondly from his time substituting at Octorara. Lois, you, your boys and family are in my thoughts and prayers. ~Elena
Sorry for your loss.
Sorry for your loss.
Dear Lois & family,
Dear Lois & family,
Sorry for your loss. I remember your husband used to be a substitute teacher at Octorara. I remember him when I was in middle school. He was the best substitute teacher.
Sorry for your loss
So sorry for your loss, Lois. You and your family will be in my prayers.
Donna
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Dear Lois and Family,
I am deeply saddened to learn of Mr. Dodd’s passing. I was privileged to know him through his substitute work at Octorara Intermediate School. His unfailing kindness and spontaneous generosity with his time touched many lives, and he is remembered fondly. My deepest condolences for your loss; my thoughts and prayers are with you. ~ Ann Vnucak
Thinking of you
I am so sorry to hear of Dan's passing. I always enjoyed chatting with him and seeing you both at the HS serving our students. He will be missed by so many in Oxford.
Condolences for Dan Dodd
Lois and family,
We will miss seeing Dan in church. He was a wonderful man, great husband, and father. We will see him again in Heaven.
Marie and family
A kind and generous man
So very sorry to hear of Dan's passing. He always had time for a a kind and genuine exchange in the hallways at school. His warmth and pleasant manners will be remembered by many of us that had the benefit of interacting with him. I appreciated that he often stopped to ask about Rhett (the high school hound dog) and pet him. Prayers for comfort to your family.
I am so sorry for your loss.
I am so sorry for your loss. Mr. Dodd was my go to sub whenever I was out, and the kids loved knowing he would be there. He was one of the kindest people I have ever met. He is with the lord.
My deepest condolences
Lois I am so sorry for your loss. My deepest prayers go out to you and your family.
I am so sorry to hear of Mr.
I am so sorry to hear of Mr. Dodd’s passing. I knew him through Oxford HS, he was well loved by everyone. sending condolences.
Lois,
Lois,
I’m so sorry for the loss of your husband. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
RIP Daniel Dodd
Pat Dodd & I became instant lifelong friends the moment we entered Bishop Shanahan High. She was a sweet, humble farm girl from Oxford and I was an introverted Malvern girl. Our lives/families intertwined, with Danny & Mary being close in heart and with Pat being de facto auntie to my daughter Kristen Klugh. Our Moms also hit it off immediately at the Spring Concert in 1961, accidentally sitting side by side and chatting up a storm only to become aware of the cosmic closeness they shared! Danny was always a warm, welcoming young man of high morals and faith. He kindly gave one of the barn kitties to my Kristen! Pat was so proud of her siblings and their children. I miss her even more as our class approaches its 60th reunion in the Fall. I know Helen and Uncle Lewis were right there at Heaven's Gate to welcome him home. My very heart and soul goes out to Lois and family and little Mary!