Daniel W. Bristol

Daniel W. Bristol, 62, of Bethlehem, PA died Monday, April 27, 2009 at St. Joseph's Medical Center in Reading, PA.

Born in Bethlehem, he was the son of Frances Little Bristol of Bethlehem and the late Walter Bristol. He was married to Maryann Seman Bristol with whom he celebrated 35 years of marriage. Daniel served his country proudly in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War

His first nickname was "Brooklyn". Later, his buddies at Bethlehem Steel tagged him "Dapper Dan". To most, he was simply "Dan": a simple man, who lived a simple life. He simply loved his wife, his family, his grandchildren, and his buddies- with an unconditional love.

Those who knew him knew he enjoyed the simple things in life: a bowl of chili, some BBQ and a cold beer; eating crab legs during family vacations to Long Beach Island; watching football with his buddies at the social clubs he belonged to. Those who knew Dan knew music was his passion. The fact is: Dan was an authority on Rock 'n Roll music. He looked forward to Musikfest with eager anticipation.

SURVIVORS

Daniel will be lovingly remembered by his wife Maryann of Bethlehem, son Christopher Bristol and wife Dana of Connecticut, daughter, Heather Alwine and husband Greg of Hazelton, brothers, Allen and Michael Bristol of Bethlehem, sister, Colleen Ebert of Bethlehem, six grandchildren and one great grandson.

He was preceded in death by his son, Andrew Bristol.

SERVICES

A viewing will be held Friday May 1, 2009 at Connell Funeral Home 245 E. Broad St. Bethlehem, PA 18018 from 6-8 PM. A calling period will be held on Saturday May 2, 2009 at Rosemont Lutheran Church 1705 W. Broad St. Bethlehem, PA 18018 from 9-10 AM followed by a Service at 10 AM in the church. Burial will be at Holy Saviour Cemetery, Bethlehem.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made in Daniel's name to the church or to the Paralyzed Veterans of America or to The ALS Association.

Those who knew him knew of the courage with which he fought the ALS that took his life too soon. Dan respected every person he met, and, quite simply, that is the measure of a great man.